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We discuss the very beginning of his Print journey in the world of Toner and Optical Lense design in Australia, his wide ranging role as Commercial Director at Global Inkjet Systems working on a variety of projects and building new business partnerships and his vision of the future - with a passion for Machine learning and the possibilities for AI in Print and Beyond. 

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What is FuturePrint?

FuturePrint is a digital and in person platform and community dedicated to future print technology. Over 20,000 people per month read our articles, listen to our podcasts, view our TV features, click on our e-newsletters and attend our in-person and virtual events. 

We hope to see you at one of our future in-person events:

FuturePrint Packaging, Labels & DTS Summit, 29-30 September '26, Valencia, Spain

FuturePrint Industrial Print Show, 11-12 May '27, Munich, Germany

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 In a special series of a few podcasts under the theme of 'What's the point'? In FuturePrint & IPIA.

Marcus talks with Brendan Perring, General Manager of the IPIA and Chairman of the BAPC about industry issues, ideas, opinions and musings. In the first instalment, we discuss the point of IPIA and FuturePrint. 

Brendan Perring

Starting out in the heroic world of student journalism, Brendan moved on to becoming a freelance reporter in the bonny land of Scotland.

After graduating from Edinburgh University with an MA (Hons) in English Literature and History, he worked as an investigative reporter for the Sunday Times of Scotland. Following this experience he moved to Wales and attained a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism from Cardiff University and carried out freelance work for a number of regional newspapers.

Brendan’s next move took him into the printing world as Editor at Signlink magazine and Deputy Editor of Print Monthly magazine. After two years he was promoted to Editor of Print Monthly and then this was shortly followed by becoming Managing Editor of Link Publishing, which owns these national print titles. Link Publishing is a multi-media business-to-business publisher, the platforms of which focus on in-depth technical, business and investigative news in their respective sectors. As part of his role he also developed and managed its online presence, social media presence, and multi-channel marketing strategy.

After helping to found Link Exhibitions, and with the successful launch of The Print Show, which took place for the first time in October 2015, Brendan was made director of Link Publishing and Link Exhibitions. Key responsibilities included managing its PR and marketing content and strategy, in addition to business development and creating its visitor attractions.

Seeking a fresh challenge after gaining this experience and finding he loved PR and creative project development, he moved to Speed Communications (The Mission Marketing Group) looking after four clients in the insurance, marketing, outsourcing and exhibition sectors.

With an opportunity then presenting itself from the IPIA to return to print and take up its newly created position of General Manager, Brendan jumped at the chance to use his accumulated experience and skills to support its members to grow and thrive through mutual cooperation.

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What is FuturePrint?

FuturePrint is a digital and in person platform and community dedicated to future print technology. Over 20,000 people per month read our articles, listen to our podcasts, view our TV features, click on our e-newsletters and attend our in-person and virtual events. 

We hope to see you at one of our future in-person events:

FuturePrint Packaging, Labels & DTS Summit, 29-30 September '26, Valencia, Spain

FuturePrint Industrial Print Show, 11-12 May '27, Munich, Germany

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Colin talks about his recent research focusing on AI, Sustainability, Technology in Manufacturing and Business Leadership. 

Topics that seem separate but all intertwine. He considers what has been learnt over the past few turbulent years and how successful businesses are continuing to adapt to uncertain conditions. 

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What is FuturePrint?

FuturePrint is a digital and in person platform and community dedicated to future print technology. Over 20,000 people per month read our articles, listen to our podcasts, view our TV features, click on our e-newsletters and attend our in-person and virtual events. 

We hope to see you at one of our future in-person events:

FuturePrint Packaging, Labels & DTS Summit, 29-30 September '26, Valencia, Spain

FuturePrint Industrial Print Show, 11-12 May '27, Munich, Germany

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Jingwen has worked for many significant inkjet companies in the Chinese market and has seen the changes that have occurred over the last decade.He is well positioned to discuss the challenges and opportunities in the current Chinese market and look forward to a return to growth for Digital printing inks.

He describes how Siegwerk's strong customer network in traditional print offers an excellent route to market for Siegwerk Digital inks - especially in packaging and Labels.

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What is FuturePrint?

FuturePrint is a digital and in person platform and community dedicated to future print technology. Over 20,000 people per month read our articles, listen to our podcasts, view our TV features, click on our e-newsletters and attend our in-person and virtual events. 

We hope to see you at one of our future in-person events:

FuturePrint Packaging, Labels & DTS Summit, 29-30 September '26, Valencia, Spain

FuturePrint Industrial Print Show, 11-12 May '27, Munich, Germany

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In this podcast, which was recorded as part of the content for the EcoPrint Virtual Summit, Marcus talks with Dominic Harris, one of the co-founders of CarbonQuota about the story behind launching the business, the importance of carbon reduction and how print companies can benefit greatly by carbon output measurement and how this can help to create a more sustainable print industry. 

Before launching CarbonQuota, Dominic held executive roles within the marketing outsourcing sector.  Today he leads sales, marketing, and client delivery across CarbonQuota’s client base where he has the pleasure of working with the most forward-thinking businesses in the world such as P&G, Lush, Diageo and Conde Nast. 

CarbonQuota is a collection of climate conscious scientists, industry experts and tech gurus who have a one-of-a-kind data warehouse to deliver automated carbon footprint for the print and packaging sector.

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What is FuturePrint?

FuturePrint is a digital and in person platform and community dedicated to future print technology. Over 20,000 people per month read our articles, listen to our podcasts, view our TV features, click on our e-newsletters and attend our in-person and virtual events. 

We hope to see you at one of our future in-person events:

FuturePrint Packaging, Labels & DTS Summit, 29-30 September '26, Valencia, Spain

FuturePrint Industrial Print Show, 11-12 May '27, Munich, Germany

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Marcus had a really interesting discussion with Dr Peter Brown from 42 Technology about 'Life, the Universe and Everything (including inkjet)'. In this entertaining and educational podcast, we discover the meaning of 42, more about the development of inkjet, Peter's unique perspective, the value of innovation, what makes 42 Technology different, and what we can expect in the future from inkjet and 42T. 

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What is FuturePrint?

FuturePrint is a digital and in person platform and community dedicated to future print technology. Over 20,000 people per month read our articles, listen to our podcasts, view our TV features, click on our e-newsletters and attend our in-person and virtual events. 

We hope to see you at one of our future in-person events:

FuturePrint Packaging, Labels & DTS Summit, 29-30 September '26, Valencia, Spain

FuturePrint Industrial Print Show, 11-12 May '27, Munich, Germany

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We speak to industry legend Richard Darling about his new role as Sales and Marketing Director at Global Inkjet Systems – a division of Nano Dimension.

We talk about his new position, his vast experience and his vision on the future of Industrial Inkjet projects.

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What is FuturePrint?

FuturePrint is a digital and in person platform and community dedicated to future print technology. Over 20,000 people per month read our articles, listen to our podcasts, view our TV features, click on our e-newsletters and attend our in-person and virtual events. 

We hope to see you at one of our future in-person events:

FuturePrint Packaging, Labels & DTS Summit, 29-30 September '26, Valencia, Spain

FuturePrint Industrial Print Show, 11-12 May '27, Munich, Germany

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 In this podcast interview we talk with CEO of the Printing Charity in the UK, Neil Lovell. We talk of the story behind the establishment of the Printing Charity nearly 200 years ago, the evolving role of the organisation and also why supporting mental health is becoming such an important role the charity plays to support the people who work within the printing industry. The interview with Neil I found to be somewhat of a feel good discussion as this organisation's unique purpose is to help, support and give back to the industry by giving print businesses the tools to support their employees and their families whether it is on a practical or emotional level. 

Printing Charity CEO Neil Lovell joined the organisation in February 2016. He began his career working in advertising, rising to Regional Director with responsibility for six offices. In-house roles as Director of Communications for One-2-One / T-Mobile, then RAC Plc, followed, where he led on the development and delivery of internal and external communication programmes. Neil moved to the not-for-profit sector in 2009, initially working on fundraising and external relations. Prior to joining the Printing Charity, Neil was CEO of the Jamie Oliver Food Foundation.

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What is FuturePrint?

FuturePrint is a digital and in person platform and community dedicated to future print technology. Over 20,000 people per month read our articles, listen to our podcasts, view our TV features, click on our e-newsletters and attend our in-person and virtual events. 

We hope to see you at one of our future in-person events:

FuturePrint Packaging, Labels & DTS Summit, 29-30 September '26, Valencia, Spain

FuturePrint Industrial Print Show, 11-12 May '27, Munich, Germany

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Ali talks about the RCH inkjet heads and the importance of cleaning and maintaining your heads in an Industrial manufacturing environment.

With the mantra of 'Reduce and Reuse' he discusses the importance of ensuring a long printhead life and how working in partnership with 'People and Technology' has helped to ensure Seiko printheads last even longer.

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What is FuturePrint?

FuturePrint is a digital and in person platform and community dedicated to future print technology. Over 20,000 people per month read our articles, listen to our podcasts, view our TV features, click on our e-newsletters and attend our in-person and virtual events. 

We hope to see you at one of our future in-person events:

FuturePrint Packaging, Labels & DTS Summit, 29-30 September '26, Valencia, Spain

FuturePrint Industrial Print Show, 11-12 May '27, Munich, Germany

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We talk to Marc Graindourze - Business Manager Industrial Inks about Agfa as an Ink Manufacturer. 

He describes the history and huge knowledge that the business has in ink development over 35 years and highlights their portfolio of Inks for industrial applications 

Agfa's UV curable inks which are celebrated for their exceptional adhesion and rapid drying properties. Their distinct pigment dispersion method makes these inks a market leader. 

With an increasing call for environmentally-friendly inks, Agfa's water-based offerings, designed for décor paper prints, are seeing growing popularity. They promise minimal metamerism, lasting durability, and above all, efficient ink usage. 

Consistency and sustainability are at the heart of Agfa's inks. Their dedication to eco-friendly production processes ensures energy conservation and minimised waste. Their know-how in inkjet inks has established them as sector experts. With a rich history of innovation and a relentless pursuit of excellence, they remain at the forefront of the inkjet printing world. Discover more on Agfa's official website. www.agfa.com/printing/industrial

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What is FuturePrint?

FuturePrint is a digital and in person platform and community dedicated to future print technology. Over 20,000 people per month read our articles, listen to our podcasts, view our TV features, click on our e-newsletters and attend our in-person and virtual events. 

We hope to see you at one of our future in-person events:

FuturePrint Packaging, Labels & DTS Summit, 29-30 September '26, Valencia, Spain

FuturePrint Industrial Print Show, 11-12 May '27, Munich, Germany