A Platform for Innovation, Training and Industry Collaboration

On January 23, CGS ORIS officially relaunched its Greater China Technology Demonstration Center together with the Sheng Training Center in Shenzhen.

The opening ceremony brought together industry association representatives, university experts and leading companies from across the printing sector. The event was supported by key organizations including the Guangdong Printing and Reproduction Industry Association, the Shenzhen Printing Industry Association and the Taiwan Chinese Printing Technology Society.

Strong Industry Support and Clear Strategic Direction

Mr. Li Jiong, Executive Vice President and Secretary-General of the Guangdong Printing and Reproduction Industry Association, opened the event with remarks on behalf of the association and congratulated CGS ORIS on the reopening of the center.

In his keynote, Bernd Rückert, CEO of CGS ORIS, emphasized the strategic importance of the Greater China region:

Greater China remains one of the most important markets for CGS ORIS. The company will continue to strengthen its presence, further develop its solutions based on local market needs and expand collaboration with partners across the region.

The event also featured a technical presentation by Andrew, Senior Technical Director at Zhongshan Hongxing Printing, titled:

“Standardization of Printing Machines Before Color Management”

The session sparked active discussion and highlighted the importance of process consistency as the foundation for successful color management.

Expanded Technology Center with Advanced Capabilities

The upgraded CGS ORIS Technology Demonstration Center and Sheng Training Center now cover a significantly larger space, expanding from 200 to 500 square meters, with a total facility size exceeding 800 square meters including office areas.

The center is designed as a comprehensive platform that combines technology demonstration and hands-on training.

It integrates advanced digital color management solutions with a wide range of modern production technologies, including:

• Digital measurement systems
• Water-based and eco-solvent inkjet technologies
• MP31 multi-purpose inkjet systems
• Direct-to-coated paper printing
• Next-generation UV inkjet
• Dry toner printing
• Digital hot stamping
• Digital cutting technologies
• Digital ink dispensing systems

This setup enables the center to support a broad spectrum of applications across the printing and packaging industry.

A Hub for Education and Practical Training

Beyond showcasing technology, the center is designed as a training and knowledge-sharing platform for both industry professionals and academic institutions.

Training programs will cover:

• Printing standardization
• Color management workflows
• Inkjet technologies
• Post-press and finishing processes

The goal is to provide practical, application-focused education that supports the next generation of printing professionals while helping companies optimize their production processes.

Strengthening Cross-Strait Collaboration

The opening also marked an important step in strengthening collaboration between industry stakeholders across regions.

Mr. Wei Yuchang, Chairman of the Taiwan Chinese Printing Technology Society, led a delegation to visit the Greater Bay Area. In addition to attending the ceremony, the group visited several leading companies and institutions, including Yutong Group, Pan Hu Design Laboratory, Shenzhen Baixinglong Creative Packaging, the Shenzhen Printing Industry Association and Shenzhen Polytechnic University.

The visit represents a starting point for deeper cross-regional exchange in 2026, with a shared goal of advancing innovation and cooperation across the printing industry.

What awaits

With the reopening of the Technology Demonstration Center, CGS ORIS reinforces its commitment to supporting customers and partners in Greater China.

By combining technology, training and collaboration in one location, the center serves as a platform for innovation and a practical resource for companies looking to advance their color management and production capabilities.