Product Code: ETC4446250 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Apr 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Dhaval Chaurasia | No. of Pages: 85 | No. of Figures: 45 | No. of Tables: 25 |
United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing market currently, in 2023, has witnessed an HHI of 2619, Which has decreased slightly as compared to the HHI of 3312 in 2017. The market is moving towards concentrated. Herfindahl index measures the competitiveness of exporting countries. The range lies from 0 to 10000, where a lower index number represents a larger number of players or exporting countries in the market while a large index number means fewer numbers of players or countries exporting in the market.
The UK digital printing market is expanding with advancements in inkjet and laser printing technologies across commercial, packaging, and textile industries. Digital printers offer high-quality, on-demand printing capabilities, enabling cost-effective production and customization of printed materials. Key trends include UV-curable inks for enhanced durability, 3D printing applications for prototyping and manufacturing, and web-to-print solutions for streamlined order processing. Market growth is driven by sustainability initiatives promoting eco-friendly printing practices and digital workflow automation for operational efficiency.
In the UK, the Digital Printing Market is driven by the shift from traditional analog printing methods to digital printing technologies across advertising, packaging, and textile industries. Key drivers include the demand for short print runs, customization capabilities, and faster turnaround times. Advancements in inkjet and laser printing technologies, coupled with environmental sustainability initiatives, are further driving market expansion.
The UK Digital Printing market confronts challenges such as achieving high-quality prints at competitive speeds and costs, addressing environmental sustainability concerns, and integrating digital printing with variable data capabilities. Print service providers need to navigate digital transformation challenges and adapt to changing market dynamics.
The UK government plays a pivotal role in shaping the digital printing market through policies aimed at promoting technological innovation, environmental sustainability, and regulatory compliance. Regulatory frameworks overseen by agencies like the Environment Agency (EA) and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) ensure adherence to waste management regulations, chemical safety standards, and emission controls in digital printing operations. Government initiatives support research and development in printing technologies that minimize environmental impact, enhance print quality, and expand application capabilities across various sectors including packaging, textiles, and commercial printing.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Overview |
3.1 United Kingdom (UK) Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Digital Printing, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Printhead, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Ink type, 2021 & 2031F |
4 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Trends |
6 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market, By Types |
6.1 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market, By Digital Printing |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Revenues & Volume, By Digital Printing, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Revenues & Volume, By Digital Printers, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Revenues & Volume, By Ink, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Revenues & Volume, By Printhead, 2021-2031F |
6.2 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market, By Printhead |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Revenues & Volume, By Plastic Film or Foil, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Revenues & Volume, By Release Liner, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Revenues & Volume, By Glass, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Revenues & Volume, By Textile, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Revenues & Volume, By Paper, 2021-2031F |
6.2.7 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Revenues & Volume, By Ceramic, 2021-2031F |
6.3 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market, By Ink type |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Revenues & Volume, By UV-Cured Ink, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Revenues & Volume, By Aqueous Ink, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Revenues & Volume, By Solvent Ink, 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Revenues & Volume, By Latex Ink, 2021-2031F |
6.3.6 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Revenues & Volume, By Dye Sublimation Ink, 2021-2031F |
7 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Opportunity Assessment, By Digital Printing, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Opportunity Assessment, By Printhead, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Opportunity Assessment, By Ink type, 2021 & 2031F |
10 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 United Kingdom (UK) Digital Printing Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |