Drupa Düsseldorf 2028 — International Printing and Packaging Technologies Fair
The world's leading printing and packaging technologies fair. 9–17 May 2028 will take place at Messe Düsseldorf GmbH, Düsseldorf, Germany for 9 days. Since 1951, drupa has been held every four years, and the 2028 edition will open its doors with a new concept centered around the experience clusters grow, create, learn and play.
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Drupa Düsseldorf 2028 Trade Fair Tour — The World's Largest Printing and Packaging Technologies Fair
Since 1951, the drupa, held every four years in Düsseldorf, has been the undisputed world leader in the printing, packaging technologies and production industry. The name "drupa" is derived from the German words Druck und Papier (Printing and Paper). Organized by Messe Düsseldorf GmbH, the fair will open its doors for 9 days from 9-17 May 2028 at Messe Düsseldorf. In the 2024 edition, drupa brought together 1,643 participating companies from 52 countries and 170,000 industry professionals from 174 countries in a 140,000 m² area. Drupa presents the entire value chain of the printing and media industry under 6 main categories: premedia/print, premedia/multichannel, post-press/converting/packaging, future technologies, materials, and equipment/services/infrastructure. The 2028 edition is coming with a new concept: grow, create, learn, and play experience clusters, with the aim of increasing efficiency and focusing attention by reducing the duration from 11 to 9 days. Drupa, where global giants such as Heidelberg, HP, Canon, Ricoh, Konica Minolta, Fujifilm, Kodak, and Xerox take the stage, is the industry's most efficient platform, with 80% of visitors coming from abroad and 96% achieving their business goals. For Turkish participation, we take care of all the organization, including hotel, flight, visa, and transfer, through Delta Expo Travel Agency.
| Information |
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| Fair Name |
drupa 2028 — The World's Leading Printing and Packaging Technologies Fair |
| Dates |
9–17 May 2028 (Wednesday – Wednesday) — 9 days |
| Location |
Messe Düsseldorf GmbH, Stockumer Kirchstr. 61, 40474 Düsseldorf, Germany | 140,000 m² area |
| Organizer |
Messe Düsseldorf GmbH |
| 2028 New Concept |
Experience clusters: grow (growth) | create (creation) | learn (learning) | play (discovery) — Comprehensive solutions, innovation, and decision-making focused new format |
| 6 Main Categories |
Premedia/Print | Premedia/Multichannel | Post Press/Converting/Packaging | Future Technologies | Materials | Equipment/Services/Infrastructure |
| Industries |
Digital and offset printing, packaging printing and converting, post-press and binding, 3D printing and functional printing, ink and substrates, software and automation, artificial intelligence supported printing systems, sustainable printing technologies, label and wide-format printing, industrial printing applications |
| Leading Brands |
Heidelberger Druckmaschinen, HP, Canon, Ricoh, Konica Minolta, Fujifilm, Kodak, Xerox, Agfa, Esko, Flint Group and many other global brands |
| Visitor Profile |
Printing and press company managers, packaging producers, media and marketing professionals, IT specialists, designers, engineers – 80% of visitors are from abroad |
| 2024 Figures |
1,643 participants, 52 countries | 170,000 visitors, 174 countries | 140,000 m² area | 96% of visitors achieved their business goals |
| 2028 Expectations |
1,600+ participants | 170,000+ visitors | 170+ countries |
| Period |
Held every four years in May in Düsseldorf. Uninterrupted since 1951. |
| Transportation |
Düsseldorf Airport is 4 km away | U-Bahn U78/U79 to Messe Düsseldorf in 15 minutes | S-Bahn S11 to Messe/Arena directly | Direct access from A3 and A44 highways |
| Visa |
A Schengen visa is required (Germany). It is recommended to apply at least 6-8 weeks in advance. |
What Does Our Tour Package Include?
[ FLIGHT TICKET ]
From Istanbul Airport (IST) to Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) with Turkish Airlines and other airline options. Düsseldorf Airport is only 4 km away from the Messe area.
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[ HOTEL ACCOMMODATION ]
3-5 star hotel options in the vicinity of Messe Düsseldorf or in the city center of Düsseldorf. Due to drupa in May, Düsseldorf hotels book up quickly; early booking is a must.
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[ TRANSFER ]
Private car transfers from Düsseldorf Airport to hotel to Messe Düsseldorf. The fair area is directly accessible by U-Bahn U78/U79.
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[ SCHENGEN VISA ]
Visa requirements for Germany must be prepared, consulate appointment tracking, and application consultancy service.
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[ TRADE FAIR ACCREDITATION ]
drupa 2028 professional visitor registration and entry card organization.
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[ 24/7 SUPPORT ]
Our WhatsApp support line is active during the trip. We are with you every step of the way with 30 years of experience.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is Drupa Düsseldorf 2028?
It will take place from May 9-17, 2028 at Messe Düsseldorf GmbH, Stockumer Kirchstr. 61, 40474 Düsseldorf, Germany for 9 days.
What is the new concept of drupa 2028?
drupa 2028 is restructured around experience clusters called grow (growth), create (creation), learn (learning), and play (discovery). This new format focuses on end-to-end solutions, innovation, and decision-making processes while reducing the exhibition period from 11 to 9 days to increase efficiency.
Why is drupa important for the Turkish printing and packaging industry?
Turkey is one of the strongest countries in Europe in the printing and packaging sector. drupa is the most critical platform where printing company managers, packaging producers, and purchasing directors from 174 countries meet directly, follow the latest trends in digital printing and artificial intelligence-based systems, and get into the global supplier list. The fact that 96% of visitors achieve their business goals clearly demonstrates the commercial effectiveness of the exhibition.
How to get from Turkey to Düsseldorf?
There are direct and connecting flights from Istanbul Airport to Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) with THY. Düsseldorf Airport is only 4 km away from the exhibition area and can be reached directly by U-Bahn U78/U79.
How long does it take to get a German visa?
The German Consulate processes applications in an average of 2-3 weeks. We recommend applying at least 6-8 weeks before the fair.
When should I book for drupa Düsseldorf 2028?
Over 170,000 visitors, Düsseldorf hotels are fully booked during the drupa period. We strongly recommend that you make a reservation by the latest January 2028 at the latest.
Why should I go with fuarturlari.com?
With 30 years of experience in trade fair tourism, TÜRSAB certified guarantee, one-stop service from flight to visa, and 24/7 WhatsApp support hotline, we are with you every step of the way.
For reservations and information: info@fuarturlari.com | +90 850 532 68 21 | +90 212 522 44 96
