Press Release
Foundation of Flexographic Technical Association and Smithers Announce Strategic Partnership to Advance the Printing Industry
The Foundation of Flexographic Technical Association (FTA), the leading industry body serving professionals throughout the flexographic printing value chain, today announced a strategic partnership with Smithers, the worldwide authority on the packaging, printing, and paper industries. The agreement formalises a shared commitment to advancing knowledge, innovation, and commercial opportunity across the flexo industry.
Under the terms of the partnership, Smithers will contribute exclusive content to FLEXO Magazine, bringing members access to authoritative data, insights, and analysis drawn from Smithers’ world-leading research. FTA members will benefit from exclusive discounts and offers on Smithers research. The two organisations will also collaborate on joint webinars and co-ordinated strategic initiatives designed to address key challenges and opportunities facing flexographic printers, converters, ink and substrate suppliers, and brand owners worldwide.
As part of the agreement, the FTA will support Smithers’ ambitious growth plans by helping to extend its reach within the flexographic printing community, deepening Smithers’ access with a network of senior industry professionals, decision-makers, and technical experts across North America and beyond.
The partnership reflects the complementary strengths of both organisations. Smithers brings deep sector expertise and a global perspective, underpinned by decades of primary research into flexible packaging, labels, and printing technologies. The FTA brings unparalleled community reach, technical education, and industry convening power. Together, they are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to the flexographic printing community at a time of significant technological and market change.
According to Nathan Ridnouer, President of the Foundation of Flexographic Technical Association, “This partnership marks a significant step forward for the flexo community, bringing together the FTA’s deep industry connections and Smithers’ world-class market intelligence to deliver real value to our members.”
Adam Page, VP, Reports at Smithers, added: “Flexographic printing is a strategically important sector for us, and we are delighted to be working alongside the FTA as we worth together to support the industry with the data and insight it needs to grow.”
To learn more about Smithers’ market intelligence for the flexographic printing industry, including reports, data services, and advisory solutions, visit www.smithers.com or contact Adam Page [email protected].
FTA members can view the full range of exclusive Smithers member benefits online: www.flexography.org/smithers-and-fta/
About the Foundation of Flexographic Technical Association
The Foundation of Flexographic Technical Association (FTA) is the premier professional home for flexographic and package printing professionals. For more than 65 years, FTA has set the standard in technical education, certification, and innovation. With its deep industry roots and future-focused initiatives, FTA connects thousands of printers, suppliers, brand owners, and educators to advance excellence across the full packaging production process. From its world-renowned FIRST Certification Program to its flagship events—FORUM INFOFLEX—FTA is the industry’s trusted source for training, standards, and collaboration. As the only association solely dedicated to flexographic advancement, FTA serves as the essential hub where technology meets talent and ideas turn into impact.
About the Smithers
Smithers is a world-leading provider of market intelligence, testing, and consultancy services. Serving the packaging, printing, paper, and related industries for over a century, Smithers delivers the authoritative data and insight that organisations need to make confident commercial decisions. For more information, visit www.smithers.com.
