Designers and manufacturers are increasingly selective about substrates and finishing when packaging meets branding. Creative Paper Conference 2026 brings talks and a hands-on exhibition to Munich to show printing techniques and material samples.
Practical information for the Alte Kongresshalle dates
Creative Paper Conference 2026 runs from 29 to 30 October 2026 at the Alte Kongresshalle in Munich. An early bird ticket is available at 139 euros until 30 July 2026, and the event includes an exhibition area of around 700 square metres.
The daily schedule starts with registration and breakfast, follows with presentations and breaks, and includes an evening event on the first day. Full programme and tickets are available on the official site https://www.creative-paper.de.
Programme highlights and confirmed speakers
The published programme lists a compact sequence of talks by practitioners in design and production. Confirmed speakers include Michael Menge from Studio Franz, Studio NOI represented by Simone Koller and Corina Neuenschwander, Carla Palette, Henning Skibbe and Lorenz Boegli. Boegli will present new work related to screen printing and his book Alchemie im Druck.
Sessions begin early each day with registration and a welcome address, and both days end with closing remarks around 17.00.
Exhibition area and material sampling
Alongside the talks, the conference runs an exhibitor area where paper mills, printers and finishing specialists display tactile samples. Listed exhibitors include Antalis, Fedrigoni, Gmund Papier, Favini, IGEPA group and Fujifilm.
The exhibition lets buyers inspect paper types, finishes and print proofs directly, shortening the evaluation loop between creative brief and supplier capability.
Actionable B2B prospecting at the Creative Paper Conference 2026
- Prioritise suppliers from the exhibitor list. Download the list ahead of the event and pick a short target list based on material types you need.
- Bring sample references. Have a compact kit of your current substrates and a one page brief that lists required grammage, coatings and finishing tolerances.
- Block short meetings during coffee breaks. Reserve 15 to 20 minute slots to assess technical fit and availability without disrupting sessions.
- Ask technical questions first. Focus on measurable items such as lead times for coated stock, minimum order quantities and available certification schemes.
- Plan follow up deliverables. Agree on sample proofs, pricing windows and a timeline for tests before you leave the event.
Concrete technical criteria will speed decision making. Treat the conference as a place to convert supplier conversations into test orders.
Final note and where to register
For buyers and designers working with paper and packaging, Creative Paper Conference 2026 combines concise talks with a practical exhibition that prioritises material testing. Check programme details and secure tickets via the official site https://www.creative-paper.de and plan meetings with target exhibitors before the early bird deadline.
