Digital Textile Printing Machine Market

Digital Textile Printing Machine Market Overview

The global Digital Textile Printing Machine Market size was valued at USD 8.92 billion in 2023 and is predicted to reach USD 15.11 billion by 2030 with a CAGR of 7.8% from 2024-2030. Digital textile printing machine, also known as computerized printing machines, encompasses the production, distribution, and application of advanced printing technologies that allow for high-quality, efficient, and cost-effective printing solutions. These machines utilize digital files to directly transfer images onto various substrates, eliminating the need for traditional printing plates and offering versatility across different materials. The market is characterized by continuous innovation, with manufacturers focusing on improving print speeds, color accuracy, and operational efficiency to meet the evolving needs of sectors such as packaging, textiles, advertising, and publishing.

Market Dynamics and Trends

The demand for attractive and customizable packaging solutions is driven by the growing e-commerce industry across the globe. Digital printing machines offer the flexibility to create unique designs quickly and cost-effectively, helping businesses build their brand while also supporting sustainable practices by reducing waste. 

According to the International Trade Administration (ITA), the global B2B e-commerce sales is growing at a significant rate with market size reaching USD 36 trillion by 2026. Additionally, the global B2C e-commerce sector is expected to hit USD 5.5 trillion by 2027. As e-commerce industry grows, the demand for visually appealing and personalized packaging is also rising, accelerating the digital textile printing machine market growth. 

Moreover, the increasing need for personalized and customizable products across various industries, including textiles, marketing, and packaging sectors further expands the digital printing machine market demand. The ability to offer unique, tailor-made designs, visually engaging enhances customer engagement and brand loyalty, making digital printing machines essential for businesses aiming to meet growing consumer expectations.

Furthermore, the technological advancements such as eco-friendly printers along with evolving digital textile printing technology for custom printing is further enhancing the growth of the market. For instance, in May 2023, Kyocera launched FOREARTH, a water-free digital printing system to reduce water consumption by 99% compared to traditional dye-based textile printing. The printer enables highly detailed printing on a wide range of fabrics with a single machine, and its simplified two-step printing and drying process supports optimized production and location setting to reduce logistics costs and excess inventories.

However, high installation and maintenance cost of digital printing machines are the major factor restraining the growth of the market. On the contrary, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) with digital textile printing is anticipated to create numerous growth opportunities in the coming years. AI is poised to revolutionize the printing industry by enhancing precision and customization capabilities through real-time predictive maintenance, reducing downtime & operational costs, leading to a more efficient, sustainable, and versatile digital textile printing landscape.

Market Segmentations and Scope of the Study

The digital textile printing machine market report is segmented on the basis of machine type, process type, application, and region. On the basis of machine type, the market is divided into single pass and multi pass. On the basis of process type, the market is segmented into direct-to-garment and direct-to-fabric. On the basis of application, the market is classified into clothing & apparel, home furnishing, advertisement, industrial and others. Regional breakdown and analysis of each of the aforesaid segments include regions comprise of North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW.

Geographical Analysis

North America dominates the digital textile printing market share during the forecast period. This is due to the growing e-commerce industry in the U.S., that drives demand for customized and on-demand printed textiles, leading to increased adoption of digital textile printing technologies among manufacturers and retailers. 

As stated by the U.S. Census Bureau, the e-commerce sector is growing significantly in the U.S., with sales reaching USD 289.2 billion in the first quarter of 2024. This surge in e-commerce boosts the demand for customizable and attractive packaging solutions, directly influencing the digital textile printing machine market expansion.

Moreover, the presence of major players such as Espon Corporation, Canon Inc., and Sawgrass Technologies Inc., that are adoption strategies including product launch play a major role in development of digital textile printing market in the region. For instance, in May 2022, Epson Corporation launched their latest direct-to-fabric printer, the Monna Lisa 8000 designed to offer high precision and versatility in fabric printing. It integrates advanced engineering to ensure accurate and detailed printing on various types of fabrics, making it a valuable tool in the textile industry for creating high-quality, vibrant designs on fabrics.

On the other hand, Asia Pacific is expected to show a steady rise in the digital textile printing market trends due to the increasing number of textile manufacturing industries and large overseas exports of textile products from this region. As stated by the Government of China, the country exports of textiles, apparel, and clothing accessories increased to USD 189 billion in 2022, registering a growth rate of 17.4% compared to 2021. Such rise in the textile industry is driving the demand for advanced printing technologies to meet the demand for high volume of textiles, expanding the market in this region.

Moreover, the growing demand for advanced digital textile printing products in this region is further driving the collaboration among leading printing companies, fostering market expansion. For example, in November 2022, Saguaro Technologies Inc. and Funakoshi Co. Ltd. entered into a strategic distribution agreement aimed at accelerating sales of non-toxic printing dye technology in the Japanese market. This partnership underscores the industry's trend towards innovation and sustainable solutions, supporting the overall growth of digital textile printing machine market.

Competitive Landscape

Various market players operating in digital textile printing industry include Durst Group, Konica Minolta, Inc., Kornit Digital Ltd., Mimaki Engineering Co., Ltd., ROQ International, Sawgrass Technologies, Inc., Seiko Epson Corporation, SPG Prints B.V., Canon Inc., The M&R Companies, Sawgrass Technologies Inc., Dover Corporation, Antec Group, Altra Motion, and EFI Reggiani Fabric Printing Solutions, and others. These companies are adopting various strategies such as new product launch to remain dominant in the market.

For instance, in May 2024, Durst Group launched latest digital printing innovations including KJet hybrid solution, Delta SPC 130, and P5 SMP for large format printing solutions. Through this launch, the company aims to expand its digital printing machine solutions, emphasizing their commitment to advancing digital print technology.

Also, in May 2024, Konica Minolta, one of the leading brands in digital textile printing, launched advanced textile printing technologies including Nassenger system featuring 9-color printing heads, In-line Pretreatment technology to eliminate the need for fabric pretreatment, and water-based pigment ink for faster, more sustainable printing. Through this launch, the company aims to enhance print quality, efficiency, and sustainability in the textile printing industry.

Moreover, in June 2022, SPG Prints launched new digital textile inks and three new digital printers that are environment friendly and are developed with the view to improve production rate while maintaining the quality of printed products. Through this launch, the company aims to expand its product portfolio and meeting increasing market demands for sustainable printing solutions.

Key Benefits

• The report provides quantitative analysis and estimations of the digital textile printing market from 2024 to 2030, which assists in identifying the prevailing industry opportunities.

• The study comprises a deep-dive analysis of the current and future digital textile machine market trends to depict prevalent investment pockets in the industry.

• Information related to key drivers, restraints, and opportunities and their impact on the market is provided in the report. 

• Competitive analysis of the players, along with their market share is provided in the report.

• Value chain analysis in the market study provides a clear picture of roles of stakeholders.

Digital Textile Printing Market Key Segments

By Machine Type

• Single Pass 

• Multi Pass

By Process Type

• Direct-To-Garment 

• Direct-To-Fabric

By Application

• Clothing & Apparel

• Home Furnishing

• Advertisement

• Industrial

• Others

By Region

• North America

  • The U.S.

  • Canada

  • Mexico

• Europe

  • The UK

  • Germany

  • France        

  • Italy        

  • Spain        

  • Denmark        

  • Netherlands        

  • Finland        

  • Sweden        

  • Norway        

  • Russia        

  • Rest of Europe    

• Asia-Pacific

  • China

  • Japan

  • India

  • South Korea

  • Australia

  • Indonesia

  • Singapore

  • Taiwan

  • Thailand

  • Rest of Asia-Pacific

• RoW

  • Latin America

  • Middle East 

  • Africa

REPORT SCOPE AND SEGMENTATION:

Parameters	Details
Market Size in 2023	USD 8.92 Billion
Revenue Forecast in 2030	USD 15.11 Billion
Growth Rate	CAGR of 7.8% from 2024 to 2030
Analysis Period	2023–2030
Base Year Considered	2023
Forecast Period	2024–2030
Market Size Estimation	Billion (USD)
Growth Factors	Growing ecommerce industry worldwide drives the market growth Rising demand for customized printing solutions drives the market Advancements in eco-friendly printing solutions boosts the market growth
Countries Covered	28
Companies Profiled	15
Market Share	Available for 10 companies
Customization Scope	Free customization (equivalent up to 80 working hours of analysts) after purchase. Addition or alteration to country, regional, and segment scope.
Pricing and Purchase Options	Avail customized purchase options to meet your exact research needs.

Key Players

• Durst Group

• Konica Minolta, Inc.

• Kornit Digital Ltd.

• Mimaki Engineering Co., Ltd.

• ROQ International

• Sawgrass Technologies, Inc.

• Seiko Epson Corporation

• SPG Prints B.V.

• Canon Inc.

• The M&R Companies

• Sawgrass Technologies Inc.

• Dover Corporation

• Antec Group

• Altra Motion

• EFI Reggiani Fabric Printing Solutions