Smithers and the FTA announce new strategic partnership

The Foundation of Flexographic Technical Association (FTA) has announced a strategic partnership with Smithers, a worldwide authority on the packaging, printing, and paper industries.

The agreement with FTA, which serves professionals throughout the flexographic printing value chain, formalises a shared commitment to advancing knowledge, innovation, and commercial opportunity across the flexo industry.

The partnership aims to reflect the complementary strengths of both organisations, with Smithers bringing deep sector expertise and a global perspective, and the FTA providing community reach, technical education, and industry convening power.

Under the terms of the partnership, Smithers will contribute exclusive content to FLEXO Magazine, the FTA’s own publication, bringing members access to data, insights, and analysis drawn from Smithers’ market intelligence and research.

The two organisations will also collaborate on joint webinars and coordinated 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’ 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.

Nathan Ridnouer, president of the FTA, says: “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, vice president of Reports at Smithers, adds: “Flexographic printing is a strategically important sector and we are delighted to be working alongside the FTA to support the industry with the data and insight it needs to grow.”