PenCarrie last exhibited in 2024

Printwear & Promotion LIVE! 2026 is welcoming an exciting mix of first-time exhibitors and returning exhibitors, ready to share fresh ideas and standout products across the decorated garment and promotional product sectors. From new embroidery innovations to the latest in screen printing, visitors can expect plenty of inspiration and new launches.

With both debut and returning exhibitors under one roof, P&P LIVE! 2026 is set to be a must visit event. The show runs from Sunday, February 22 to Tuesday, February 24 February 2026 at the NEC Birmingham. The full list of new exhibitors include:

• CraftyJet – A UK brand dedicated to making direct-to-film (DTF) printing accessible, compact, and affordable for hobbyists and small businesses.
• DTF Lab – Provides high quality DTF transfers on a very quick turnaround.
• Heathrow Embroidery Machines – Specialises in the sales, servicing, and support of commercial embroidery machines across the UK.
• Metamark (UK) – Designs, manufactures and supplies materials for the sign and allied graphics industries around the world.
• MiRiCal Emblems – Specialises in the manufacture of heat-applied transfers and emblems for the laundry, workwear, safety wear, and sportswear industries.
• Pima Blanks – A premium blank apparel brand combining Supima cotton, the world’s finest fibre, with European craftsmanship.
• Two Tone Studios – A leading garment decoration facility based in the East Midlands, backed by over 60 years of combined experience in apparel manufacturing and embellishment.

Our first-time exhibitors are already sharing the excitement for P&P LIVE! 2026. MiRiCal Emblems, specialists in the manufacture of heat-applied transfers and emblems for the laundry, workwear, safety wear, and sportswear industries. Manager director, Jonathon Dull shared “We have been frequent visitors to Printwear & Promotion LIVE over many years and we recognise that it is the number one trade show for our customers in the UK.”

Another standout newcomer is Two Tone Studios, a leading garment decoration facility based in the East Midlands, backed by over 60 years of combined experience in apparel manufacturing and embellishment. Director, Hossein Mazahar, shared their reasoning to exhibit: “P&P LIVE! is the leading industry publication and a recognised event organiser, it provides the ideal platform for us to showcase our capabilities and connect with key decision-makers across the apparel and decoration sector.”

InkTec exhibited at SDUK 2025

A surge of innovation

Visitors can expect a true surge of innovation at this year’s event, with an impressive line-up of first-time exhibitors and a range of first look product debuts set to shape the future of the decorated garment and promotional sector. From cutting-edge decoration techniques and advanced machinery demonstrations to expert-led guidance on workflow optimisation and brand elevation, the show promises invaluable insight for decorators at every stage of their journey.

Returning exhibitors

We also have a number of exhibitors returning to the show after a break to raise the bar for a great show experience. You can expect to see familiar names returning to P&P LIVE! 2026 such as:

• Embroidery Machine Sales – Sells, installs, and supports commercial and industrial embroidery machines.
• Hybrid Services – Exclusive distributor for Mimaki in the UK and Ireland, supplying and supporting the complete range of digital printing and cutting solutions from the Japanese manufacturer.
• InkTec Europe – A leading manufacturer of high‑quality DTF (direct‑to‑film) and UV‑DTF printing solutions for the garment customisation market.
• PenCarrie – One of the UK’s leading B2B wholesale clothing and accessory distributors.
• Result Clothing – A UK-based brand that specialises in high-quality, durable clothing for outdoor, corporate, and promotional markets,
• Sabur Digital – One of the UK’s leading suppliers of large format printing equipment and consumables, specialising in innovative solutions for the textile, signage, and industrial printing markets.
• Screen Print World – A UK-based supplier of screen-printing equipment, consumables, and support.
• Supacolour UK – A premium heat transfer manufacturer driven by a passionate team of 75+.

Returning exhibitor, Hybrid Services’ sales director, Andy Gregory shared insight in to why the company have chosen to return to P&P LIVE! in 2026: “Printwear & Promotion LIVE! is a key event for Hybrid. It brings together the exact type of businesses that can benefit from Mimaki’s technologies; companies looking to diversify, enhance quality, and expand their product offering. Our focused presence at the show allows us to demonstrate how Mimaki hardware can open up new revenue opportunities and create long term value for print and embroidery specialists alike.”

Our fantastic line-up of exhibitors are preparing to showcase their most advanced equipment, finest garment ranges, and knowledge, supported by their passion for the industry. Combined with our co-location alongside Sign & Digital UK 2026, this year’s exhibition will offer a powerful crossover between garment decoration, digital print technology, and signage solutions. This industry cross over will provide visitors with fresh perspectives, new applications, and a great offering of networking opportunities.