Professional associations strengthen the FESPA Mexico 2026 ecosystem

Organizations from the printing, promotional, corrugated cardboard, and visual communications sectors will participate in FESPA Mexico 2026 to promote knowledge sharing, innovation, and new business opportunities for the industry.

September 10–12, 2026, FESPA Mexico 2026 will bring together manufacturers, printers, converters, designers, brands, and technology providers from across Latin America at the Banamex Center in Mexico City. In addition to showcasing the latest innovations in printing, personalization, and visual communication, the event will once again feature the participation of leading professional associations representing various sectors of the industry.

Organizations such as AMPPRO (Mexican Association of Promotion Professionals), AMAPRO (Mexican Association of Promotion Agencies), AMEXICCOR (Mexican Association of Corrugated Cardboard Manufacturers), CANAGRAF, DS Latam, and La Unión UILMAC, among others, reinforcing FESPA Mexico’s role as a collaborative platform where different industries and specialties come together.

For these associations, participating in FESPA represents an opportunity to showcase new technologies, share knowledge, forge strategic partnerships, and strengthen the development of their respective sectors in an increasingly interconnected market.

A platform for building partnerships

For AMAPRO, the Mexican Association of Promotional Agencies (AMAPRO), which is participating in FESPA Mexico for the first time, the event represents an opportunity to broaden the horizons of promotional marketing agencies and introduce them to new technological solutions.

“FESPA Mexico is a tremendous showcase for the industry. It allows us to forge business partnerships, learn about new technologies, and offer greater value to our members. Furthermore, the event’s international reach is something you’d be hard-pressed to find anywhere else,” said Adrián Castillo, Director of Strategy and Innovation at AMAPRO.

The association believes that advances in promotional materials, printing, and customization are opening up new opportunities for marketing agencies, allowing them to access technologies and solutions that enhance the value proposition for their clients.

Professionalizing the Promotional Industry

For its part, AMPPRO, the Mexican Association of Promotional Professionals, works to promote the professionalization of the promotional products industry and create opportunities for manufacturers, distributors, and brands to share best practices and strengthen the sector’s development.

Gilberto Valdespino emphasized that participating in FESPA Mexico allows them to introduce their members to new technologies, strengthen business relationships, and broaden their perspective on the international market.

“FESPA Mexico is a very important forum because it brings together manufacturers, distributors, and customers in one place. The event’s international presence allows us to learn about trends, build long-term relationships, and discover new opportunities to grow our businesses,” he said.

Valdespino also emphasized that the partnership between AMPPRO and FESPA Mexico will generate new benefits for members, expand collaboration between the two ecosystems, and introduce more companies to the opportunities offered by the graphic arts industry.

Corrugated cardboard Takes Center Stage

One of the sectors that will have a prominent presence at FESPA Mexico 2026 will be the corrugated cardboard sector, thanks to the participation of AMEXICCOR, the Mexican Association of Corrugated Cardboard Manufacturers.

The organization brings together companies that supply machinery, materials, and services for the manufacture and conversion of corrugated cardboard, and promotes training, innovation, and technological development to strengthen the industry’s competitiveness.

Pedro Alcalá, Executive Director of AMEXICCOR, emphasized that FESPA Mexico provides an ideal setting for bringing this segment closer to the graphic arts industry and exploring new applications for corrugated printing.

“FESPA Mexico brings together the key players in the printing industry. For us, it’s a great opportunity to showcase the potential of corrugated cardboard, network, and introduce our members to new technologies and trends,” he said.

The association also hopes to promote the development of a specialized section for corrugated packaging in future editions of the event, strengthening the integration between printing, packaging, and manufacturing, and fostering new opportunities for companies in the sector.

The participation of these associations reflects the evolution of FESPA Mexico into a platform that goes beyond a trade show to become a meeting place where industries, technologies, and professional communities come together. By bringing together organizations representing sectors as diverse as advertising, marketing, corrugated cardboard, visual communication, and specialty printing, FESPA Mexico 2026 continues to strengthen its mission to connect industries, generate knowledge, and create new business opportunities for the entire graphic value chain.