Labels & Package Printing

Tarsus owns the Labelexpo Global Series, identified by Business Week as “the only truly global brand in the exhibition industry”, as well as Labels & Labeling – the label industry’s leading magazine. They are regarded as being an important driver of the industry’s rapid and consistent growth. More recently, the portfolio has been expanded to cover the commercial and package printing industries.

Labelexpo Global Series

Labelexpo exhibitions take place in Brussels, Chicago, Shanghai, New Delhi and Guangzhou, showcasing the latest working machinery and materials for the industry. They are supported by education Label Summits in Latin America that cover current trends and technologies.

The portfolio includes Gulf Print & Pack, which is the largest exhibition for the printing industry in the Middle East and North Africa. It takes place in Dubai, which is increasingly being developed as a transport and logistics hub for the region.

The largest event in 2010, Labelexpo Americas, enjoyed a successful edition despite difficult trading conditions. Visitor numbers grew by 5% while 83% of exhibitors re-booked their space onsite – the highest percentage in the show’s history. The new launch in South China was also well received with over 4,000 visitors attending, whilst Labelexpo India boasted a record performance with over 6,000 visitors – an increase of 27%.

Publications and new media

Tarsus also produce a series of label publications, including Labels & Labeling magazine (and its local Chinese edition), several technical reference books and a series of electronic newsletters. Labels & Labeling is available online and its website provides label printing professionals with the latest news, feature articles and video demonstrations on current technological developments and market changes, alongside a directory of industry suppliers. 

2010 saw the launch of a new website and newsletter (Package Print Worldwide) to serve the package printing industry. It was well received and has attracted a readership of over 6,000 in just a few months.