You will gain an overview of current legal and market requirements in the field. Mark Williams will provide an update on the EUDR’s stricter traceability requirements for paper- and textile-based materials, what producer responsibility and PPWR mean for the packaging sector, and how ESPR is starting to introduce new product design requirements—especially for textiles—that businesses need to address. At the same time, customer demands for simple but trustworthy ESG and CO₂ data are increasing.

Mark Williams is Head of ESG and Sustainability at GRAKOM, where he leads a team of ESG and environmental experts who help members translate ESG requirements into business value and competitive advantage. Mark has experience with ESG both as a consultant and in-house in private companies, combining strategic perspective with a hands-on, business-driven approach. He holds two master’s degrees and a mini-MBA in sustainable business development.

In September 2026, Søren Stemann Beck will have held the position of CEO at GRAKOM for just over a year. Meet him at Sign Print & Pack and hear whether he has any regrets, how he sees the industry, what he has learned, and his perspective on the future of the industry as a whole—and GRAKOM in particular.

Søren Stemann Beck began his career in the industry in 1989 and has since held leadership roles at various agencies. Most recently, he served as COO and partner at Gorm x Envision, where he worked with graphic production, digital development, and AI implementation. Søren Stemann Beck is also a board member at Minh Graphic, a Vietnamese production company jointly owned by Gorm x Envision and the advertising agency Buchs.

Humanoid robots are predicted to be humanity’s next major technological leap.
Powered by groundbreaking artificial intelligence, these robots are now gaining an almost human-like understanding of their surroundings—and they are learning to effectively navigate our world through AI-driven training.
Companies are lining up with a wealth of use cases, and the pace of development can hardly keep up.

Søren Peter Johansen from the Danish Technological Institute will provide insights into this technology and what you can expect.

PS: He will bring a humanoid robot, giving you the chance to experience it up close.

Søren Peter Johansen has over 20 years of hands-on experience in concept development, project management, and implementation of robotics and automation solutions worldwide. He is currently a technology manager and robotics expert at the Danish Technological Institute (DTI), Robotics Division.

He has the latest knowledge on the application of robotics technology and the challenges involved in industrial implementation, based on countless visits to manufacturing companies and work with various brands of robots, vision systems, sensors, PLCs, pneumatics, mechanics, and PC program development.

Artificial intelligence is a practical tool that is transforming the daily operations of graphic businesses. Steffen Kirkegaard takes you behind the scenes, where AI agents act as digital colleagues, optimizing workflows and delivering measurable results. The focus is on freeing up time from manual processes—from order intake to technical documentation—so your employees can concentrate on growth and creative craftsmanship instead. This is a unique opportunity to see how to ensure a competitive edge based on local control, data security, and ethical AI usage.

Steffen Kirkegaard has founded and scaled several AI startups, proving his ability to innovate and tailor AI solutions to various business needs. He is also a respected author and keynote speaker, having written multiple influential books and articles on innovation, AI, and blockchain.

Together with color and quality specialist Rune Eklund, you will review media selection, printer setup, calibration, color matching (with examples using Onyx, Caldera, etc.), and spot color matching—so you can deliver the same high quality every time!

Rune Eklund is the owner of DCD, CGSnordic, and the Center for Graphic Quality (www.grafiskkvalitet.dk), and is accredited to ISO-certify graphic companies. He is a former technical editor at Danish Macworld and primarily works with color management and graphic quality control for everyone from solo graphic businesses to print shops, agencies, global retailers, and brand owners.

Artificial intelligence is a practical tool that is transforming the daily operations of graphic businesses. Steffen Kirkegaard takes you behind the scenes, where AI agents act as digital colleagues, optimizing workflows and delivering measurable results. The focus is on freeing up time from manual processes—from order intake to technical documentation—so your employees can concentrate on growth and creative craftsmanship instead. This is a unique opportunity to see how to ensure a competitive edge based on local control, data security, and ethical AI usage.

Steffen Kirkegaard has founded and scaled several AI startups, proving his ability to innovate and tailor AI solutions to various business needs. He is also a respected author and keynote speaker, having written multiple influential books and articles on innovation, AI, and blockchain.