The 46th International Fair of Graphic, Paper and Creative Industries (Grafima), the 32nd International Fair of IT and Office Equipment (BIRO-EXPO), and the 5th Packaging and Amballage Fair (PAK-AM) have officially opened in Hall 3 of the Belgrade Fair.
Until September 19, the Belgrade Fair will serve as the hub of the creative industry and a gathering place for all its stakeholders, showcasing new trends, setting standards, and introducing innovative solutions.
The offer at Grafima covers almost all segments of modern graphic and creative production—ranging from equipment, software, and raw materials to services and solutions for the complete manufacturing process.
Alongside Grafima, two other key events in this field are taking place simultaneously: the Packaging and Amballage Fair (PAK-AM) and the International IT and Office Equipment Fair (BIRO-EXPO). Together, they complete the offering, allowing visitors to experience the entire process in one place—from concept and realization to packaging and logistical infrastructure.
The opening ceremony highlighted the significance of these events, which also mark the official start of the autumn season at the Belgrade Fair.
“Grafima is the most important regional event in the industry. Under the motto ‘More Color,’ the most prominent players from the worlds of graphic industry, design, print, photography, animation, and digital art have gathered here.”
“Traditionally, these three events announce the autumn season at the Belgrade Fair, kicking off a very packed calendar of fairs, manifestations, and events. By mid-October, we will host the fourth edition of the wine fair Wine Vision, which in a short time has become one of the top four wine fairs in Europe. October continues with international ecology and energy fairs, while late October is reserved for the 69th International Belgrade Book Fair and the 55th International Fair of Education and Teaching tools.”
“In November, we expect a series of flagship events led by the Furniture, Woodworking Machines and Tools Fair, the Ski Expo, and the Etno Food Fair. We will wrap up the fair year with the New Year’s Fair. Between these events, more than 10 additional gatherings organized by other entities will take place,” it was highlighted.
During the opening ceremony, guests and exhibitors were addressed by Pavel Učenj, Cluster East Sales Director at Konica Minolta Business Solutions Europe—the host of this year’s event—who wished the organizers, exhibitors, and visitors a successful and pleasant fair experience.
At the very beginning of his speech, he noted that it is a great pleasure to meet the people and companies actively shaping the future of the domestic printing industry.
“The printing industry has always been driven by innovation, but today the pace of transformation is faster than ever. Printing is no longer just about applying an image to paper. It is about transforming our clients’ businesses through technology—automation, efficiency, flexibility, and added value. It is about connecting individual production steps into intelligent workflows and enabling printing companies to respond more swiftly to changing customer expectations and new business opportunities. This is especially important in the production and industrial printing sector—areas in which Konica Minolta continues to invest heavily and develop technologies designed for the future of print.”
“And that is precisely why events like Grafima are so important. The fair is not just a place where we showcase technology. It is a place where our industry gathers, knowledge is exchanged, new ideas are born, and new partnerships begin. That is why I am particularly pleased that Konica Minolta is here in Belgrade with a strong presence and solutions that demonstrate where we believe the printing industry is heading,” he stated.
Mr. Učenj wished all exhibitors, visitors, clients, and partners a successful Grafima, after which the event was officially declared open.
Participation in this prestigious event has been secured by 36 major companies, which will present the latest trends in these fast-growing economic sectors.
In addition to domestic exhibitors, companies from Slovenia, India, Turkey, and Italy will also be presenting their offerings.
This year’s edition will feature a large number of premieres showcasing new technologies, some of which will be publicly displayed in Serbia for the very first time. Visitors will have the opportunity to experience the latest advancements and technologies in graphic production, printing, design, and the creative industry all in one place.
Opening Hours: Daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (on the final day, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM).
Ticket Price: Individual tickets are 850 RSD.
Parking: 300 RSD per hour.
Tickets can be purchased online on the official website.
