The global pre-print flexo presses market size attained a value of nearly USD 110.31 Million in 2024. The market is further estimated to grow at a CAGR of 3.90% in the forecast period of 2025-2034 to reach a value of D 161.72 Million by 2034.
In April 2023, Etirama introduced SP1 with a 350 mm wide flexo printing machine. It consists of an efficient and modern mechanical transmission system, which is made of Cardan shafts and gearboxes produced in Japan. This is stated to provide high accuracy, along with freedom from periodic planned maintenance.
The equipment is said to emit little noise. It is designed for high output and has features like a touch screen for general machine management with a remote connection and a rail system for cold stamping and laminating. Such developments are likely to drive the growth of pre-print flexo presses market.
In December 2020, NBG Printographic Machinery Company, an Indian-based machine supplier announced its partnership with China’s Xi’an Aerospace-Huayang Mechanical & Electrical Equipment. The entire series of CI flexo printing presses is likely to offer technical support to the consumers for services and sales. NBG and Huayang will work together in the Indian market.
The company says that Huayang CI flexo machines can print on a variety of substrates, including breathable film, plastic packaging, non-woven fabric, paper, board, paper cup material, and textile materials, at speeds of up to 450 metres per minute.
In January 2020, Uteco and ESI (Energy Sciences Inc.) unveiled the release of the Diamond HP CI Flexo Press. This partnership between ESI and Uteco Group is reinforced as the trade of the Gelflex-EB technology set up to create a huge influence. The Diamond HP is Uteco’s highest expression of productivity.
High-Quality Graphics, Advanced Packaging Applications, and Increasing Demand from End-Users to be Among the Major Factors Propelling the Market Growth
Flexo printing is the most general type of print utilised in the corrugated industry. Flexo printing includes two types of corrugated packaging materials: pre and post printing. Both of these use water-based varnishes and inks.
Flexo pre-print involves printing the liners before they are placed into the corrugated cardboard base. It helps in achieving excellent printing quality even with low grammage. The flexo pre-print can achieve high-quality print outcomes in HQPP simply by employing higher grammage along with extra materials and costs.
Availability of Alternatives, Complex Nature, and Time Consuming Process to Impede the Pre-print Flexo Presses Market Growth
The stack flexo segment consumes autonomous counter impression rollers for every individual colour. The segment utilises autonomous cylinders as a counter impression roll. Several stack presses can be utilised to print on the back and front sides of the substrate.
The inline flexo segment is likely to have a substantial growth due to its flexible manufacturing line set up along with the wide range of printing product demand and printing on folding corrugated boards and cartons.
Meanwhile, the Asia Pacific region is likely to witness considerable market growth over the coming years on account of low-budget machines for pre-printing across the local markets in countries such as China as compared to the printing machines price by key players.
Moreover, this cost efficiency is aiding the growth of the market in the Asia Pacific region. The surging focus and investment of manufacturers and suppliers in production, especially in China, is likely to fuel the pre-print flexo presses market research.
News and Developments in the Market for Pre-Print Flexo Presses
In June 2023, Xsys launched Flexo Solution Finder, which is an online tool that helps platemakers and printers to improve production and augment overall equipment efficiency in the prepress department and in the press room. In order to direct customers to the best printing plate or combination of plate, equipment, and surface screening software from the extensive XSYS range, the tool is said to be suited to each market area.In April 2023, Etirama introduced SP1 with a 350 mm wide flexo printing machine. It consists of an efficient and modern mechanical transmission system, which is made of Cardan shafts and gearboxes produced in Japan. This is stated to provide high accuracy, along with freedom from periodic planned maintenance.
The equipment is said to emit little noise. It is designed for high output and has features like a touch screen for general machine management with a remote connection and a rail system for cold stamping and laminating. Such developments are likely to drive the growth of pre-print flexo presses market.
In December 2020, NBG Printographic Machinery Company, an Indian-based machine supplier announced its partnership with China’s Xi’an Aerospace-Huayang Mechanical & Electrical Equipment. The entire series of CI flexo printing presses is likely to offer technical support to the consumers for services and sales. NBG and Huayang will work together in the Indian market.
The company says that Huayang CI flexo machines can print on a variety of substrates, including breathable film, plastic packaging, non-woven fabric, paper, board, paper cup material, and textile materials, at speeds of up to 450 metres per minute.
In January 2020, Uteco and ESI (Energy Sciences Inc.) unveiled the release of the Diamond HP CI Flexo Press. This partnership between ESI and Uteco Group is reinforced as the trade of the Gelflex-EB technology set up to create a huge influence. The Diamond HP is Uteco’s highest expression of productivity.
High-Quality Graphics, Advanced Packaging Applications, and Increasing Demand from End-Users to be Among the Major Factors Propelling the Market Growth
Flexo printing is the most general type of print utilised in the corrugated industry. Flexo printing includes two types of corrugated packaging materials: pre and post printing. Both of these use water-based varnishes and inks.
Flexo pre-print involves printing the liners before they are placed into the corrugated cardboard base. It helps in achieving excellent printing quality even with low grammage. The flexo pre-print can achieve high-quality print outcomes in HQPP simply by employing higher grammage along with extra materials and costs.
- The surging demand for high-quality prints among a cost-effective regular production is likely to aid the growth of the pre-print flexo presses market across the globe.
- The rising popularity of several packaging applications due to the high quality of flexo printing and the use of belt technology is further fuelling the market growth.
- The growing demand for pre-print flexo presses in end-user industries, especially in food and beverage and the e-commerce industry, is bolstering the market growth.
- The rapid shift in consumer purchasing through the e-commerce platform is further influencing consumer traction in the market growth.
Enhanced Printing Quality
The availability of enhanced printing quality of flexo pre-print, even with low grammage, is likely to increase the pre-print flexo presses market value. Moreover, the high-quality flexo pre-printing is appropriate for various applications and particularly cost-effective for medium to large print runs.Increasing Demand for Multi-Colour Printing and Designs
An upsurge in the need for high-quality multi-colour printing and designs across packages and corrugated boxes is expected to enhance the market growth, as it configures GPS multicolour automatic registration to help reliable and stable quality.Upgradation of Existing Technology
Increasing investment in upgrading existing technology like flexo central cylinder and flexo-belt technology to boost the efficiency and productivity across printing activities. With the usage of belt technology, flexo printing permits print lengths of up to 4,752 mm.Increasing Research and Development Activities
The pre-print flexo presses market is anticipated to be driven by the rising interest of key players in research and development activities, along with a wide variety of inks used in flexo printing. Consequently, the blend of quick-drying inks and automation outcome in very high performance is further expected to drive the market growth during the forecast period.Surging Demand in Advertising Companies
The rising demand for printing across advertising companies and print media is likely to drive the market growth due to the benefits offered by flexible packaging like easy to open and close, lightweight nature, along with a longer shelf life.Availability of Alternatives, Complex Nature, and Time Consuming Process to Impede the Pre-print Flexo Presses Market Growth
Availability of Alternatives
With upcoming new techniques offering extensive and more complicated artwork, the demand for pre-print flexo presses is expected to obstruct the market growth. For instance, rotogravure printing technology manufactures extremely high-quality outcomes instantly. On the other hand, flexographic printing procedure stances irregular print quality restrictions in terms of inadequate consistency of print production.Complex Nature
Flexo printing press is quite complex in nature as it incorporates several integral systems and mechanical components, which is likely to limit the pre-print flexo presses market demand.Time Consuming Process
This press takes time in setting up as it includes more colours and affects the cost of printing plates. This is expected to hamper the market development during the forecast period.Pre-Print Flexo Presses Market Segmentation
The report titled “Pre-Print Flexo Presses Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034 offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:Market Breakup by Product Type
- Central Impression Flexo
- Stack Flexo
- Inline Flexo
Market Breakup by Region
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Latin America
- Middle East and Africa
Central Impression Flexo Segment to Drive the Market Growth
During the forecast period, the central impression flexo segment is expected to drive the growth of pre-print flexo presses market as it produces the finest print quality, along with maximum automation and high press speed. Its capability to hold an excellent register is its greatest advantage, which is further expected to boost the segment growth.The stack flexo segment consumes autonomous counter impression rollers for every individual colour. The segment utilises autonomous cylinders as a counter impression roll. Several stack presses can be utilised to print on the back and front sides of the substrate.
The inline flexo segment is likely to have a substantial growth due to its flexible manufacturing line set up along with the wide range of printing product demand and printing on folding corrugated boards and cartons.
North America to Occupy a Significant Share of the Market
North America is expected to witness significant growth in the pre-print flexo presses market share owing to the presence of numerous corrugated plants as compared to other regions. The surging requirement from the consumer goods and e-commerce industry is driving the market growth of pre-print flexo presses across the region. The presence of prominent market players across the region is boosting the purchasing capacity of the printing companies and is further supporting the growth of the pre-print flexo presses.Meanwhile, the Asia Pacific region is likely to witness considerable market growth over the coming years on account of low-budget machines for pre-printing across the local markets in countries such as China as compared to the printing machines price by key players.
Moreover, this cost efficiency is aiding the growth of the market in the Asia Pacific region. The surging focus and investment of manufacturers and suppliers in production, especially in China, is likely to fuel the pre-print flexo presses market research.
Competitive Landscape
The report gives a detailed analysis of the following key players in the global pre-print flexo presses market, covering their competitive landscape and the latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, investments, and expansion plans.Bobst Group SA
Bobst Group SA is one of the top manufacturers of substrate processing, printing, and converting tools and services for the corrugated board, flexible packaging, label, and folding carton sectors. The company built the future by developing new business models. The company aims to change the packaging world by enlarging its technology reach.Xi’an Aerospace Huayang Mechanical & Electrical Equipment Co., Ltd
Xi’an Aerospace Huayang Mechanical & Electrical Equipment Co., Ltd is a China-based top company focused on producing CI flexo printing machines, carton pre-printing press, wallpaper production equipment, coating machines, rotogravure printing machines, and slitting machines, among others.Weifang Donghang Graphic Technology Inc.
Weifang Donghang Graphic Technology Inc. is a high-tech company involved in the manufacturing of printing machines along with research and development and, sale and after-sale of printing equipment and after-printing machines.Uteco Converting S.p.A.
Uteco Converting S.p.A. is Italy’s top manufacturer of converting machines and customised printers, serving a huge variety of industry requirements. The company offers flexible and innovative solutions from a broad range of rotogravure, flexographic, coating, and laminating machines, digital printing machines as well as an additional set of 360° training and assistance services.Conprinta GmbH & Co. KG
Conprinta GmbH & Co. KG is a German company that is a producer and developer of CONPRINTA IMD preprint machine employing belt technology. The company has expertise and experience in the corrugated cardboard and flexographic printing industry. The growing adoption of belt technology by key players is expected to aid the pre-print flexo presses market.Shanghai Shunge Carton Machinery Manufacture CO., LTD
Shanghai Shunge Carton Machinery Manufacture CO., LTD employs in research and development, along with slotting machine and flexo printing manufacturing. The company develops the machining process and has a self-governing research and development team, which contributes to the long-term stability and sustainable growth of the company. In particular, the HD water-based printing technique in the industry enjoys a high reputation.Table of Contents
1 Executive Summary
2 Market Overview and Stakeholder Insights
3 Economic Summary
4 Country Risk Profiles
5 Global Pre-Print Flexo Presses Market Analysis
6 North America Pre-Print Flexo Presses Market Analysis
7 Europe Pre-Print Flexo Presses Market Analysis
8 Asia Pacific Pre-Print Flexo Presses Market Analysis
9 Latin America Pre-Print Flexo Presses Market Analysis
10 Middle East and Africa Pre-Print Flexo Presses Market Analysis
11 Market Dynamics
12 Competitive Landscape
Companies Mentioned
- Bobst Group SA
- Xi’an Aerospace Huayang Mechanical & Electrical Equipment Co., Ltd
- Weifang Donghang Graphic Technology Inc.
- Uteco Converting S.p.A.
- Conprinta GmbH & Co. KG
- Shanghai Shunge Carton Machinery Manufacture CO., LTD
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 163 |
| Published | July 2025 |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 6 |
