The Flexographic Technical Association of South Africa (FTASA), in partnership with Printing SA, is gearing up for its biggest knowledge-sharing roadshow yet with the return of Flexo Frontier, a three-city seminar series that has quickly become a must-attend event for flexo printers, converters, brand owners, and packaging innovators.
Since launching in 2023, Flexo Frontier has bridged the gap between printers and brand owners, showcasing the evolution and growing potential of flexographic printing. Three years later, it remains a leading industry platform, adapting to global trends, driving efficiencies, and redefining packaging excellence.
Attend for a dynamic series of seminars celebrating innovation, sustainability and design excellence in the world of flexographic printing.
2026 Speaker Line-Up
Marek Skrzynski, VP Technology and Innovation, CSW Inc (USA)
A globally respected flexo expert presenting on worldwide flexo trends, data-powered innovation, and practical applications, including where AI truly adds value and where it doesn’t.
Stephen Craig, Strategic Agency Director, Paton Tupper
Exploring key themes influencing packaging today: sustainable design, consumer-friendly simplicity, tech-aligned packaging, and the shift towards personalised and customised solutions.
Corey Reardon, Managing Director, AWA & Associates
In an exclusive video presentation, Reardon will share up-to-date global insights drawn from AWA’s latest market research into packaging and print.
Scott Leatherbarrow, Technical Marketing Manager, Avery Dennison Smartrac
A deep dive into the fast-moving world of smart labels, from intelligent label innovation and RFID advancements to cutting-edge ID technologies improving freshness, accuracy, and operational efficiency.
Attendance fee: R450 ex VAT. Tickets include refreshments and a networking lunch.
Gauteng: Wednesday 18 February, Protea OR Tambo Hotel. Register here.
KwaZulu-Natal: Thursday 19 February, Mount Edgecombe Country Club. Register here.
Western Cape: Friday 20 February, D’Aria Wine Estate. Register here.
The event is organised by FTASA and Printing SA, and sponsored by event sponsors Colorgen, Rotocon, Morgancoat South Africa, Polyflex, and media partner Packaging & Print Media.
FTASA
https://ftasa.org.za
