Graphispag 2027 – Barcelona, Spain

What to expect

Graphispag 2027 is a major professional trade fair for the graphic arts, printing and visual communication industries. Organised by Fira de Barcelona in collaboration with the Graphispack Association, the event brings together manufacturers, distributors, printers, graphic service providers, designers, brands, retailers and professionals seeking new technologies and business opportunities.

The event is designed around the changing needs of the graphic industry, with a strong emphasis on industrial printing, digitalisation, automation, sustainability, personalisation and new business models. The exhibition will showcase equipment, materials, consumables, software, printing technologies, finishing systems and solutions for a wide range of graphic applications.

One of the most important features of the event is its co-location with Hispack, the major Spanish trade fair for packaging, processing and logistics. Graphispag will occupy Hall 1 while Hispack will use Halls 2 and 3, creating a connected environment covering printing, packaging, labelling, converting and related production technologies. Visitors will have free access between the two events.

The organisers expect Graphispag to attract more than 11,000 professional visitors and more than one hundred exhibitors. The exhibition will be particularly relevant for commercial and industrial printers, converters, packaging manufacturers, brands, retailers, advertising agencies, designers, sign makers, publishers and procurement and innovation teams.

Event dates

Dates: May 4–7, 2027

Venue: Gran Via Venue, Fira de Barcelona

City: Barcelona, Spain

Hall: Hall 1

Graphispag 2027 has been officially announced by Fira de Barcelona. The organiser has confirmed the Gran Via venue and the co-location with Hispack.

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Venue & exhibition site

Venue: Fira de Barcelona – Gran Via

Address: Av. Joan Carles I, 64, 08908 L’Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona, Spain

Fira de Barcelona’s Gran Via is one of the largest exhibition complexes in the region. The venue has approximately 240,000 square metres of gross exhibition area, multiple exhibition halls, restaurants, visitor facilities, transport connections and substantial parking capacity.

Graphispag will be located in Hall 1. The location is particularly convenient because Hispack will be using Halls 2 and 3, allowing professionals to move between the graphic technology and packaging exhibitions within the same venue.

The venue is approximately 12 kilometres from Barcelona-El Prat Airport and around 3 kilometres from Barcelona’s historic city centre. Its location in L’Hospitalet de Llobregat provides direct connections to Barcelona’s metropolitan transport network.

Full event programme

The full 2027 activity programme is still being developed, but Graphispag has already identified several major themes and activity areas for the event.

Technology demonstrations

Visitors can expect to see printing machinery, digital systems, finishing equipment and other technologies demonstrated in a practical exhibition environment. Demonstrations are particularly useful for companies comparing equipment before making investment decisions.

Knowledge and professional content

The event will address developments affecting graphic companies, including automation, digitalisation, artificial intelligence, sustainability, personalisation and changing customer requirements.

Guided itineraries

Graphispag has previously used guided itineraries to help visitors identify relevant suppliers, applications and technologies according to their professional interests. The 2027 programme is expected to continue this type of curated visitor experience.

Networking activities

Professional networking and business meetings form an important part of the event, allowing visitors to connect directly with suppliers, manufacturers and other industry professionals.

Co-location activities

The presence of Hispack provides additional opportunities to investigate packaging printing, labels, converting, materials, coding, marking and other technologies connected with the wider production chain.

Key speakers & keynote speakers

The final 2027 speaker programme has not yet been completely published. Therefore, individual speakers should not be assumed until they are confirmed through the official Graphispag programme.

Previous Graphispag editions have featured executives, technology specialists and industry representatives from companies including Heidelberg, Fujifilm, Roland DG, Epson and other leading graphic technology suppliers. The Impulso conference programme has addressed sustainability, personalisation, productivity, business models and new applications for graphic products.

The 2027 programme is expected to focus strongly on the industrial transformation of printing. Topics identified by the organisers include automation, digitalisation, artificial intelligence, sustainability, short-run production, customisation and new business models.

As additional speakers are confirmed, visitors should consult the official Graphispag programme for the authoritative list rather than relying on third-party announcements.

Conference sessions & tracks

Graphispag’s professional content is designed to address both traditional graphic production and emerging industrial applications of printing.

Printing technology

Sessions and demonstrations are expected to cover offset, digital, flexographic, industrial inkjet, large-format, screen and functional printing technologies.

Finishing and converting

Finishing, binding, converting and post-printing technologies are important parts of the exhibition, particularly for companies looking to produce more specialised and higher-value printed products.

Packaging and labels

The event is strengthening its focus on packaging and label printing because of the growing connection between graphic production and the packaging value chain.

Digitalisation and automation

Automation, workflow optimisation, connected production and digital technologies will be important themes for companies looking to improve productivity and reduce operating costs.

Artificial intelligence

Applied AI and new technology-driven business models are among the issues identified by the organisers as important challenges and opportunities for the graphic industry.

Sustainability

Sustainable production, efficient use of resources and environmentally responsible graphic products will remain important topics throughout the event.

Session times & schedule

The detailed timetable for all 2027 sessions has not yet been completely released. The official Graphispag website is progressively developing its programme and activity information.

Visitors should check the official programme closer to the event for individual session times, speakers, activity locations and any registration requirements.

Graphispag’s previous programmes have included conference presentations, demonstrations, guided tours, networking activities and specialised areas. The official website also currently lists activities such as personalisation itineraries, design-related content and vehicle and interior wrapping itineraries.

Because the programme can be updated as speakers and activities are confirmed, visitors planning their day should use the organiser’s latest schedule rather than an early third-party timetable.

Ticket types & registration

Graphispag is a professional trade fair aimed primarily at industry visitors and business decision-makers. The 2027 event is being promoted as a meeting point for professionals looking for technology, suppliers, applications and new business opportunities.

The organiser’s current 2027 information states that the co-location with Hispack will provide free visitor access between the two events. This makes it possible for professionals to explore both graphic technology and packaging solutions during the same visit.

The final visitor registration process and any specific accreditation requirements should be checked through the official Graphispag registration system when registration details are released.

For exhibitors, participation is separately priced. Current published Graphispag 2027 exhibitor information lists a 4-square-metre stand package at approximately $1,925 USD before applicable tax, based on the published €1,750 price. The published participation fee is separate and approximately $220 USD before applicable tax.

A 16-square-metre stand package is currently listed at approximately $4,345 USD before applicable tax, based on the published €3,950 price. These are exhibitor participation prices and should not be interpreted as visitor ticket prices.

Registration deadlines

A final general visitor registration deadline has not yet been published by the organisers.

Visitors interested in attending should monitor the official Graphispag website and register through the organiser when the visitor accreditation system becomes available.

Exhibitors have separate participation procedures and deadlines. Companies planning to exhibit should contact the official commercial team or use the organiser’s participation forms rather than waiting until the exhibition is close to opening.

Special activities may also introduce their own registration requirements or capacity limits, particularly guided tours, business meetings and professional sessions.

Exhibitor list & major companies

Graphispag 2027 is expected to bring together more than one hundred exhibitors. The commercial offering will include manufacturers and distributors of printing equipment, suppliers of inks and substrates, finishing and converting machinery companies, software developers and advanced graphic service providers.

The 2024 edition included companies such as Epson, Fujifilm, Heidelberg, Roland, Brother, Zund, Esko, Comexi, Trotec, Digidelta, OPQ Systems, Realisaprint, Siesa, Comart, Unión Papelera and other industry suppliers.

The final 2027 exhibitor directory should be used to verify individual company participation because companies from previous editions are not automatically confirmed for the new edition.

The organiser’s current commercial information describes the exhibition as serving graphic services companies as well as packaging, publishing, wide-format, commercial printing and other industrial applications.

Exhibition halls & floor plan

Graphispag will occupy Hall 1 of Fira de Barcelona’s Gran Via venue. Hall 1 has approximately 14,000 square metres according to Fira de Barcelona’s venue information.

Hall 1

This is the main Graphispag exhibition area and will contain printing machinery, materials, consumables, graphic substrates, finishing and converting technologies, software and other graphic-industry solutions.

Halls 2 and 3

These halls will be occupied by Hispack. Although they are not Graphispag halls, their proximity is strategically important because Hispack provides complementary technologies covering packaging, labelling, processing, automation and logistics.

The final Graphispag stand-by-stand floor plan should be checked through the official organiser once the complete exhibitor allocation has been published.

Networking & business meetings

Networking is a major part of Graphispag’s professional offering. The event brings together technology suppliers with printers, graphic service providers, brands, retailers, designers, publishers, advertising agencies and industrial companies.

Previous editions have included dedicated networking areas where exhibitors and visitors could arrange business meetings, interviews and informal professional encounters. Graphispag has also used guided itineraries and activity areas to help visitors identify suppliers relevant to specific applications.

The co-location with Hispack creates an additional networking advantage. Visitors can move between graphic technology and packaging-related solutions, making it easier to investigate the complete production chain from substrates and printing through packaging, labelling and logistics.

The organiser describes the event as a decision-making environment where professionals can compare technologies, evaluate investment opportunities and find solutions designed to improve efficiency, profitability and sustainability.

Industry sectors & highlights

Printing machinery

This includes offset, digital, flexographic, large-format, screen, industrial inkjet and functional printing equipment. Machinery demonstrations are expected to be a central part of the exhibition.

Inks, chemicals, plates and consumables

Suppliers provide materials and consumables required for different printing processes, helping visitors compare products and production options.

Finishing, converting and post-printing

This sector includes technologies used after printing, including finishing, binding, converting and other processes that add functionality and value to printed products.

Printing services, personalisation and signage

Graphispag also covers graphic services, visual communication, signage and personalised production, reflecting growing demand for short runs and customised products.

Materials and technical substrates

Substrates and specialist materials are important to applications ranging from commercial printing and packaging to industrial products, interiors and technical uses.

Software, automation, workflow and applied AI

Digital workflows, automation and artificial intelligence are becoming increasingly important in graphic production, and Graphispag is highlighting these technologies as major areas of industry development.

Technical textile printing

The exhibition also recognises textile printing as an important application area for modern graphic technologies.

Event rules & visitor information

Graphispag is a professional trade fair, so visitors should prepare for a business-oriented exhibition environment.

Visitors should complete official accreditation procedures and keep their registration information available when arriving at the venue.

The organisers also warn against unofficial companies selling supposed visitor lists. Fira de Barcelona states that it does not provide or sell visitor databases to such companies and advises participants to be cautious about these offers.

Because the Gran Via venue is large, visitors should allow sufficient time to move between exhibition areas, attend sessions and meet exhibitors.

Professionals with specific purchasing objectives should prepare a list of companies and technologies they want to investigate before arriving. The exhibitor directory and official programme can be used to organise the visit efficiently.

How to get there

By metro

The Gran Via venue is served by Barcelona Metro Line L9 Sud, with Fira and Europa/Fira stations providing access to the complex. Line L10 Sud also serves Foc station.

By train

Europa/Fira is served by Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat de Catalunya. Barcelona-Sants railway station is approximately 4 kilometres from the exhibition complex and provides regional, national and international rail connections.

By airport

Barcelona-El Prat Airport is approximately 12 kilometres from Gran Via. The L9 Sud metro line provides a convenient connection between the airport and the exhibition area.

By taxi

Barcelona taxis provide direct access to the venue, and Fira de Barcelona’s exhibition facilities have dedicated taxi ranks.

Public transport & parking

Public transport is one of the most convenient ways to reach Gran Via. Metro, FGC rail and several bus routes serve the exhibition complex.

Bus services listed by Fira de Barcelona include H12, V1, 46, 65 and 79. The surrounding transport network also connects the venue with central Barcelona and other parts of the metropolitan area.

For visitors arriving by car, Gran Via has substantial parking capacity. Fira de Barcelona currently lists approximately 4,580 parking spaces at the venue.

The venue is connected to major roads and motorways serving Barcelona and the wider metropolitan region. Visitors driving during a major exhibition should allow extra travel time because traffic can become heavier around the venue.

Accommodation areas

L’Hospitalet de Llobregat

This is one of the most practical areas for visitors who prioritise proximity to Gran Via. It offers hotels, restaurants and direct transport connections.

Plaça d’Europa

The Plaça d’Europa area is particularly convenient for business visitors because of its location close to the exhibition complex and its metro and rail connections.

Sants

Sants is useful for visitors arriving by train because Barcelona-Sants is a major transport hub. The area also offers a wide range of hotels and restaurants.

Eixample

Barcelona’s Eixample district is a good choice for visitors who want access to restaurants, shopping and central attractions while remaining connected to Gran Via by public transport.

Central Barcelona

Visitors who want to combine the trade fair with sightseeing can stay closer to central attractions and use the city’s metro and rail network to reach the venue.

Previous year’s highlights

The most recent Graphispag edition took place in 2024 and attracted 11,667 visitors, exceeding the organiser’s initial expectations. The event presented printing machinery, software, finishing equipment, materials, consumables and graphic and visual communication services.

The 2024 edition included more than one hundred exhibitors from several countries. Leading companies represented the printing machinery, finishing, converting, materials, signage, visual communication and software sectors.

The exhibition also placed strong emphasis on sustainability, new business models for graphic service companies and industrial applications of printing.

Activity areas included the Impulso-Diálogos conference programme, Click & Print personalisation demonstrations, interior design and wrapping activities, networking opportunities and guided itineraries.

The 2027 edition is expected to strengthen the industrial character of the event, particularly through its renewed focus on packaging and label printing and its co-location with Hispack. The organisers also expect the event to attract more than 11,000 visitors and more than one hundred exhibitors.

Official registration & tickets

The official Graphispag website is the best source for visitor registration, exhibitor participation, programme updates, activity information and official announcements.

Official Graphispag website (https://www.graphispag.com/)

The 2027 edition will be held at Hall 1 of Fira de Barcelona’s Gran Via venue, while Hispack will occupy Halls 2 and 3. Visitors will have access between the two co-located exhibitions, allowing professionals to explore both graphic technology and packaging solutions.

Graphispag 2027 sales and participation information (https://www.graphispag.com/en/sales-information/)

Visitors should use the official Graphispag website for the latest registration instructions and confirmed programme information rather than relying on unofficial ticket sellers or visitor databases.