Printpack India 2021 Postponed – New Dates to be Announced
11 November 2020: On Saturday, November 07, 2020, the Governing Council of Indian Printing Packaging & Allied Machinery Manufacturers’ Association (IPAMA) has passed a Resolution for postponing the upcoming PRINTPACK INDIA 2021 Exhibition which was earlier slated to be held at India Expo Centre, Greater Noida from February 03-08, 2021.
Since the opening of the booking, 285 companies had reserved space for participation by remitting the requisite charges. They had also been given Priority Numbers. The preparation was in full swing till February 2020. Even during the peak period of Corona between March and September 2020, 22 companies had booked space. The tremendous response for participation in PRINTPACK INDIA 2021 Exhibition from the trade and the industry shows its indispensable popularity. In the meantime, IPAMA had identified various service providers for execution of the works relating to the Exhibition. IPAMA had also executed partnership agreements with various Associations/Federations etc., associated with Printing and Packaging Industry for promotion of the event. Foreign agencies were also engaged for promotion of the Show in different countries. The Members of Asia Print and Global Print were also expected to participate or visit the Exhibition.
However, keeping in view the impact of Corona virus Worldwide and specifically in India, safety and healthcare of Exhibitors & Business Visitors, prevailing market conditions, travel restrictions etc., IPAMA had conducted a detailed Survey. On receipt of the survey reports, it was noted that 85% of the companies had suggested postponement of PRINTPACK INDIA 2021. Accordingly, the subject matter was placed before the Governing Council of the Association for consideration. After due deliberations and keeping in view all the pros & cons as also in consultation with the concerned stake holders, the Council had decided that the 15th edition of PRINTPACK INDIA Exhibition and the concurrent INDIA SIGN & LED EXPO event, be postponed and be organised, preferably during a safer period. The exact dates will be finalised and conveyed to the concerned, in due course of time.
