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    Dates

    4–7 May 2027

    City / country

    Barcelona, Spain

    Venue

    Fira Barcelona Gran Via

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    Event overview

    Overview

    Graphispag 2027 is the meeting point where industrial printing transforms into real business opportunities, driven by the co-celebration with Hispack, which multiplies the reach, synergies, and international projection of the event.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Graphispag Expo 2027 takes place from May 4-7.
    2. 2Location: Fira Barcelona Gran Via, Barcelona, Spain.
    3. 3Expected attendance: 10,000 visitors and 500 exhibitors.
    4. 4Total exhibition area: 100,000 sqm.
    5. 5Co-located with Hispack for enhanced networking opportunities.

    Why visit

    Visitors gain access to cutting-edge printing technologies, networking opportunities with industry leaders, and insights into market trends. Location: Fira Barcelona Gran Via, Barcelona, Spain. Expected attendance: 10,000 visitors and 500 exhibitors. Co-located with Hispack for enhanced networking opportunities.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibitors can showcase their latest products to a targeted audience, gain visibility in the industry, and connect with potential buyers and partners. Expected attendance: 10,000 visitors and 500 exhibitors. Graphispag is pivotal for professionals in the printing industry, offering insights into the latest technologies and trends. The event fosters connections between suppliers and buyers, enhancing business opportunities.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Directors and owners from printing companies
    Manufacturers and distributors in the printing sector
    Graphic design and advertising professionals
    Technology innovators in printing
    Suppliers of printing materials and consumables
    Decision-makers in industrial printing

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Printing machinery manufacturers
    Suppliers of inks and consumables
    Post-printing services providers
    Software and automation solution providers
    Packaging technology companies
    Textile printing specialists

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Printing machinery including offset and digital technologies
    Inks, chemicals, and printing consumables
    Finishing and post-printing solutions
    Graphic design and personalization services
    Technical substrates and materials for printing
    Functional printing and additive manufacturing

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

    Fira Barcelona Gran Via

    Barcelona, Spain

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    Fira de Barcelona

    Graphispack Asociación

    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Current edition

    2027 · 10,000 visitors · 500 exhibitors

    Forecast — not final

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    Graphispag 2027 is the meeting point where industrial printing transforms into real business opportunities, driven by the co-celebration with Hispack, which multiplies the reach, synergies, and international projection of the event. Graphispag is pivotal for professionals in the printing industry, offering insights into the latest technologies and trends. The event fosters connections between suppliers and buyers, enhancing business opportunities. Graphispag Expo 2027, May 4-7, Barcelona, focuses on industrial.

    Audience quality

    High-value decision-makers

    Visitors typically include Directors and owners from printing companies, Manufacturers and distributors in the printing sector, Graphic design and advertising professionals, Technology innovators in printing. Graphispag Expo 2027 takes place from May 4-7. Location: Fira Barcelona Gran Via, Barcelona, Spain. Expected attendance: 10,000 visitors and 500 exhibitors. Total exhibition area: 100,000 sqm. Graphispag Expo attracts an audience aligned with the organiser's published visitor positioning.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    Exhibitors can showcase their latest products to a targeted audience, gain visibility in the industry, and connect with potential buyers and partners. Expected attendance: 10,000 visitors and 500 exhibitors. Graphispag is pivotal for professionals in the printing industry, offering insights into the latest technologies and trends. The event fosters connections between suppliers and buyers, enhancing business opportunities. Exhibitor categories include Printing machinery manufacturers, Suppliers of inks.

    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    Barcelona, Spain

    Why it matters

    Attending Graphispag Expo on 2027-05-04 to 2027-05-07 in Barcelona lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

    01

    Digital buyer journeys

    Professionals expect pre-show agendas, product finders, and meeting tools; suppliers align demos and literature to short on-stand decision cycles.

    02

    Sustainability in procurement

    Energy use, recyclable materials, and carbon reporting increasingly appear in RFPs and exhibitor scorecards across industrial trade fairs.

    03

    Automation and labour efficiency

    Visitors benchmark machinery, software, and services that reduce downtime, staffing pressure, and total cost of ownership.

    04

    Regional supply-chain resilience

    Buyers diversify suppliers across Europe, MENA, and Asia while favouring vendors with local service, spare parts, and training.

    05

    Hybrid engagement models

    Live demonstrations remain decisive, but follow-up webinars, digital catalogues, and year-round supplier portals extend the commercial window after the show.

    Packaging trade fair circuit

    Book hotels and meetings 8–12 weeks before opening day; peer shows in the same sector often fall in adjacent months.

    Buyers covering packaging often plan Graphispag Expo alongside regional peer shows to compare products, pricing, and service coverage across markets.

    Pre-show

    Confirm exhibitor meetings and product demos for Graphispag Expo.

    Show week

    Hall walk-throughs, live demos, and supplier negotiations.

    Peer events are widely known sector fairs; verify dates on each organiser website before booking.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · EUR

    Arrival airports

    Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

    BCN

    Barcelona El Prat

    Aerobús or L9 Sud metro to Fira Gran Via / Montjuïc.

    to venue

    20–30 min

    by car

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

    Budget
    Poble Sec / Sants

    Not yet confirmed

    Metro L1/L3 links to Fira Barcelona Gran Via and Montjuïc campuses.

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    Mid-range
    L'Hospitalet / Gran Via Fira

    Not yet confirmed

    Hotels adjacent to Fira Barcelona Gran Via halls.

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    Premium
    Eixample / Diagonal

    Not yet confirmed

    Business hotels on Avinguda Diagonal with Metro to Fira campuses.

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    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 35–45 (taxi to Fira Barcelona)
    Best forBarcelona El Prat (BCN) to Fira Barcelona Gran Via

    Aerobús or L9 Sud metro to Fira Gran Via / Montjuïc.

    Weather

    May in Barcelona typically sees 17–24°C. Warm and mostly dry. Breathable fabrics; sun protection outdoors.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Spain.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Registration

    Confirm registration and venue access with the organiser before travelling to Barcelona.

    Arrival

    Arrive early on the first show day for orientation and security screening.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Destination: BCN

    Book flights to BCN (Barcelona) when possible for the shortest transfer to the venue.

    Hotels

    Find a stay near the venue with options for every budget.

    Areas to stay

    Eixample / Diagonal · L'Hospitalet / Gran Via Fira · Poble Sec / Sants

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    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: Barcelona El Prat (BCN) to Fira Barcelona Gran Via: EUR 35–45 (taxi to Fira Barcelona). Aerobús or L9 Sud metro to Fira Gran Via / Montjuïc.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Fira Barcelona Gran Via: Poble Sec / Sants; L'Hospitalet / Gran Via Fira; Eixample / Diagonal.

    Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Barcelona; confirm local availability before travel.

    Public transit: Metro L9 Sud and L1 serve Fira Gran Via and Montjuïc.

    Parking: On-site parking is available at Fira Barcelona Gran Via; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: May 2027

    Temperature: 17–24°C

    Seasonality: Warm and mostly dry.

    Packing: May in Barcelona typically sees 17–24°C. Warm and mostly dry. Breathable fabrics; sun protection outdoors.

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    12

    Confirm passport validity and Schengen entry requirements for Spain — Passport should be valid at least 6 months beyond travel; Spain is in the Schengen area, so confirm short-stay rules for your nationality on the official Spanish consulate site before booking.

    11

    Register online for Graphispag Expo and save the badge confirmation — Visitor registration is handled through graphispag.com; contact graphispag@firabarcelona.com or (+34) 932 332 000 for registration queries.

    10

    Book flights to Barcelona for the 4-7 May 2027 show dates — Main gateway is Barcelona-El Prat (BCN); aim to arrive on 3 May so you can collect your badge before the opening day.

    9

    Reserve a hotel near Fira Barcelona Gran Via — Look at L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Placa d'Espanya or properties along the L9 Sud metro line serving the Gran Via venue; choose free-cancellation rates.

    8

    Buy travel insurance for the trip — Cover trade-fair travel, baggage and any samples or demo equipment you carry into Spain.

    7

    Download the Graphispag floor plan and exhibitor list — Use graphispag.com to shortlist stands across printing, packaging, labelling and graphic-arts technology.

    6

    Request B2B meetings with target exhibitors — Email exhibitors in advance with your buying requirements and propose 20-minute slots during 4-7 May.

    5

    Shortlist conference sessions and product launches — Check the programme on graphispag.com and block the sessions that match your investment plans.

    4

    Plan airport-to-venue transport — From BCN use the L9 Sud metro toward Fira, the airport bus plus metro, or taxi/ride-hail to the Gran Via venue; allow extra time at peak hours.

    3

    Prepare documents and meeting materials — Print business cards, a one-page company profile and any product spec sheets you want to hand over.

    2

    Check the Barcelona forecast and pack — Expect mild May days with a chance of showers; bring light layers, a compact umbrella and comfortable shoes for large halls.

    1

    Travel to Barcelona, collect your badge and orient yourself — Keep the registration confirmation handy for badge collection, then walk the halls to confirm stand numbers before your first meeting.

    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.

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    What is your primary role?

    Decision matrix

    Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

    visit

    Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.

    Best for

    Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Printing machinery including offset and solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Graphispag Expo in Barcelona.

    Min. budget

    $350.00

    Timeline

    4–8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.

    Risks

    Session times and ticket tiers may change — confirm the official agenda before booking.

    exhibit

    You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.

    Best for

    Brands and manufacturers launching Printing machinery including offset and products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.

    Min. budget

    $2,200.00

    Timeline

    3–6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.

    Risks

    Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall — confirm with the organiser sales team.

    skip

    Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.

    Best for

    Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Barcelona show week.

    Min. budget

    Not yet confirmed

    Timeline

    N/A

    Risks

    No major risks listed.

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