Screen Printing Market - Forecasts from 2025 to 2030
Description
The screen printing market is expected to grow from USD 4.873 billion in 2025 to USD 9.527 billion in 2030, at a CAGR of 14.35%.
Screen printing, a versatile technique utilizing a mesh to transfer ink onto a substrate through a blocking stencil, is widely employed across industries. Modern screen printing predominantly uses synthetic threads like polyester, with nylon and stainless steel meshes for specialized applications. The mesh size influences the final design's appearance, making the technique adaptable for clothing, decorations, clock faces, inflatables, and electronics. In electronics, it facilitates the creation of multi-layer circuits using ceramic substrates with conductors and resistors. In solar photovoltaics, silver meshes are screen-printed on wafer-based cells, with aluminum paste applied to the rear for reflectivity and contact resistance. The ability to control print thickness enhances its utility in electronics and solar cell production, balancing high throughput with precision to minimize breakage on thin, large solar wafers. Automation, driven by electric motors or pneumatic pressure, streamlines high-volume printing on textiles, reducing operator fatigue and improving consistency. Screen printing is also integral to printed circuit board manufacturing.
Market Drivers
The screen printing market is propelled by its versatile properties and growing adoption in security printing. Security printing, an emerging application, involves applying microscopic taggants to labels and packaging to combat counterfeiting, revealing brand-specific information when scanned. Government initiatives to enhance security features in currency and other applications further drive market growth. In January 2023, De La Rue announced enhanced security threads for Guernsey’s £5, £10, and £20 banknotes, featuring holographic designs that shift color when tilted, aimed at reducing counterfeit currency. These notes were introduced locally before global release. Screen printing’s advantages—smooth ink coating, resistance to abrasion, moisture, and chemicals, and optimal ink layer thickness—make it ideal for applications requiring durability, such as outdoor signage, automotive components, and industrial labels. Its reliability across diverse substrates positions it as a preferred method in markets demanding robust printing solutions.
Key Developments
In January 2023, IIT Roorkee researchers developed a plant-based, non-toxic, water-soluble, and biodegradable edible ink for screen printing. Suitable for packaging and novelty baked goods like photo cakes and edible containers, this ink can print on paper, coatings, eggs, and vegetable-based substrates, offering a sustainable alternative for food and packaging industries. Also in January 2023, Washington State University researchers published a study on screen-printed electrodes for electrocardiogram (ECG) monitoring. These flexible, durable electrodes, printed directly onto fabric for wearable electronics, accurately capture heart and breathing rates, transmitting data wirelessly to mobile devices. This fully screen-printed process enhances production efficiency and consumer accessibility, advancing wearable health technology.
Geographical Outlook
Europe and the Asia Pacific hold significant shares of the screen printing market. Europe’s prominence stems from the presence of numerous screen printing firms and their focus on innovative products. The region’s market is bolstered by advancements in label printing and security applications, catering to industries like apparel and packaging. The Asia Pacific market benefits from robust demand in apparel, food, and beverage sectors, driven by economic growth and increasing adoption of advanced printing technologies. Both regions leverage screen printing’s versatility to meet diverse industrial needs, with Europe emphasizing innovation and Asia Pacific focusing on high-volume production.
Application Insights
Screen printing’s adaptability supports its use in security printing, electronics, solar cells, and textiles. In security printing, it enhances anti-counterfeiting measures through taggant-coated labels. In electronics, it enables precise circuit printing, while in solar cells, it supports efficient production of photovoltaic components. Automated textile printing ensures high-speed, reliable output for apparel. The technique’s ability to deliver durable, high-quality prints across substrates underpins its growth in these sectors.
The screen printing market thrives on its versatility, durability, and expanding applications in security printing and electronics. Innovations in 2023, such as edible inks and wearable electrodes, highlight its adaptability to emerging needs. Europe and Asia Pacific lead market growth, driven by industrial demand and technological advancements. As security and sustainability gain prominence, screen printing remains a critical technology for diverse, high-performance applications.
Key Benefits of this Report:
Insightful Analysis: Gain detailed market insights covering major as well as emerging geographical regions, focusing on customer segments, government policies and socio-economic factors, consumer preferences, industry verticals, and other sub-segments.
Competitive Landscape: Understand the strategic maneuvers employed by key players globally to understand possible market penetration with the correct strategy.
Market Drivers & Future Trends: Explore the dynamic factors and pivotal market trends and how they will shape future market developments.
Actionable Recommendations: Utilize the insights to exercise strategic decisions to uncover new business streams and revenues in a dynamic environment.
Caters to a Wide Audience: Beneficial and cost-effective for startups, research institutions, consultants, SMEs, and large enterprises.
What do businesses use our reports for?
Industry and Market Insights, Opportunity Assessment, Product Demand Forecasting, Market Entry Strategy, Geographical Expansion, Capital Investment Decisions, Regulatory Framework & Implications, New Product Development, Competitive Intelligence
Report Coverage:
Historical data from 2022 to 2024 & forecast data from 2025 to 2030
Growth Opportunities, Challenges, Supply Chain Outlook, Regulatory Framework, and Trend Analysis
Competitive Positioning, Strategies, and Market Share Analysis
Revenue Growth and Forecast Assessment of segments and regions including countries
Company Profiling (Strategies, Products, Financial Information, and Key Developments among others.
Market Segments
By Press Type
Flatbed Screen Printing Press
Rotary Screen Printing Press
Cylinder Screen Printing Press
By Method
Spot Color Screen Printing
Halftone Printing
Grayscale Printing
Others
By Ink Type
Plastisol Ink
Water-Based Ink
Discharge Ink
Others
By End-User
Media & Entertainment
Electronics
Textiles & Apparels
Packaging
Others
By Geography
North America
USA
Canada
Mexico
South America
Brazil
Argentina
Others
Europe
Germany
France
United Kingdom
Italy
Spain
Others
Middle East and Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Israel
Others
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
South Korea
Thailand
Taiwan
Others
Screen printing, a versatile technique utilizing a mesh to transfer ink onto a substrate through a blocking stencil, is widely employed across industries. Modern screen printing predominantly uses synthetic threads like polyester, with nylon and stainless steel meshes for specialized applications. The mesh size influences the final design's appearance, making the technique adaptable for clothing, decorations, clock faces, inflatables, and electronics. In electronics, it facilitates the creation of multi-layer circuits using ceramic substrates with conductors and resistors. In solar photovoltaics, silver meshes are screen-printed on wafer-based cells, with aluminum paste applied to the rear for reflectivity and contact resistance. The ability to control print thickness enhances its utility in electronics and solar cell production, balancing high throughput with precision to minimize breakage on thin, large solar wafers. Automation, driven by electric motors or pneumatic pressure, streamlines high-volume printing on textiles, reducing operator fatigue and improving consistency. Screen printing is also integral to printed circuit board manufacturing.
Market Drivers
The screen printing market is propelled by its versatile properties and growing adoption in security printing. Security printing, an emerging application, involves applying microscopic taggants to labels and packaging to combat counterfeiting, revealing brand-specific information when scanned. Government initiatives to enhance security features in currency and other applications further drive market growth. In January 2023, De La Rue announced enhanced security threads for Guernsey’s £5, £10, and £20 banknotes, featuring holographic designs that shift color when tilted, aimed at reducing counterfeit currency. These notes were introduced locally before global release. Screen printing’s advantages—smooth ink coating, resistance to abrasion, moisture, and chemicals, and optimal ink layer thickness—make it ideal for applications requiring durability, such as outdoor signage, automotive components, and industrial labels. Its reliability across diverse substrates positions it as a preferred method in markets demanding robust printing solutions.
Key Developments
In January 2023, IIT Roorkee researchers developed a plant-based, non-toxic, water-soluble, and biodegradable edible ink for screen printing. Suitable for packaging and novelty baked goods like photo cakes and edible containers, this ink can print on paper, coatings, eggs, and vegetable-based substrates, offering a sustainable alternative for food and packaging industries. Also in January 2023, Washington State University researchers published a study on screen-printed electrodes for electrocardiogram (ECG) monitoring. These flexible, durable electrodes, printed directly onto fabric for wearable electronics, accurately capture heart and breathing rates, transmitting data wirelessly to mobile devices. This fully screen-printed process enhances production efficiency and consumer accessibility, advancing wearable health technology.
Geographical Outlook
Europe and the Asia Pacific hold significant shares of the screen printing market. Europe’s prominence stems from the presence of numerous screen printing firms and their focus on innovative products. The region’s market is bolstered by advancements in label printing and security applications, catering to industries like apparel and packaging. The Asia Pacific market benefits from robust demand in apparel, food, and beverage sectors, driven by economic growth and increasing adoption of advanced printing technologies. Both regions leverage screen printing’s versatility to meet diverse industrial needs, with Europe emphasizing innovation and Asia Pacific focusing on high-volume production.
Application Insights
Screen printing’s adaptability supports its use in security printing, electronics, solar cells, and textiles. In security printing, it enhances anti-counterfeiting measures through taggant-coated labels. In electronics, it enables precise circuit printing, while in solar cells, it supports efficient production of photovoltaic components. Automated textile printing ensures high-speed, reliable output for apparel. The technique’s ability to deliver durable, high-quality prints across substrates underpins its growth in these sectors.
The screen printing market thrives on its versatility, durability, and expanding applications in security printing and electronics. Innovations in 2023, such as edible inks and wearable electrodes, highlight its adaptability to emerging needs. Europe and Asia Pacific lead market growth, driven by industrial demand and technological advancements. As security and sustainability gain prominence, screen printing remains a critical technology for diverse, high-performance applications.
Key Benefits of this Report:
Insightful Analysis: Gain detailed market insights covering major as well as emerging geographical regions, focusing on customer segments, government policies and socio-economic factors, consumer preferences, industry verticals, and other sub-segments.
Competitive Landscape: Understand the strategic maneuvers employed by key players globally to understand possible market penetration with the correct strategy.
Market Drivers & Future Trends: Explore the dynamic factors and pivotal market trends and how they will shape future market developments.
Actionable Recommendations: Utilize the insights to exercise strategic decisions to uncover new business streams and revenues in a dynamic environment.
Caters to a Wide Audience: Beneficial and cost-effective for startups, research institutions, consultants, SMEs, and large enterprises.
What do businesses use our reports for?
Industry and Market Insights, Opportunity Assessment, Product Demand Forecasting, Market Entry Strategy, Geographical Expansion, Capital Investment Decisions, Regulatory Framework & Implications, New Product Development, Competitive Intelligence
Report Coverage:
Historical data from 2022 to 2024 & forecast data from 2025 to 2030
Growth Opportunities, Challenges, Supply Chain Outlook, Regulatory Framework, and Trend Analysis
Competitive Positioning, Strategies, and Market Share Analysis
Revenue Growth and Forecast Assessment of segments and regions including countries
Company Profiling (Strategies, Products, Financial Information, and Key Developments among others.
Market Segments
By Press Type
Flatbed Screen Printing Press
Rotary Screen Printing Press
Cylinder Screen Printing Press
By Method
Spot Color Screen Printing
Halftone Printing
Grayscale Printing
Others
By Ink Type
Plastisol Ink
Water-Based Ink
Discharge Ink
Others
By End-User
Media & Entertainment
Electronics
Textiles & Apparels
Packaging
Others
By Geography
North America
USA
Canada
Mexico
South America
Brazil
Argentina
Others
Europe
Germany
France
United Kingdom
Italy
Spain
Others
Middle East and Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Israel
Others
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
South Korea
Thailand
Taiwan
Others
Table of Contents
154 Pages
- 1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
- 2. MARKET SNAPSHOT
- 2.1. Market Overview
- 2.2. Market Definition
- 2.3. Scope of the Study
- 2.4. Market Segmentation
- 3. BUSINESS LANDSCAPE
- 3.1. Market Drivers
- 3.2. Market Restraints
- 3.3. Market Opportunities
- 3.4. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
- 3.5. Industry Value Chain Analysis
- 3.6. Policies and Regulations
- 3.7. Strategic Recommendations
- 4. TECHNOLOGICAL OUTLOOK
- 5. SCREEN PRINTING MARKET BY PRESS TYPE
- 5.
- 1. INTRODUCTION
- 5.2. Flatbed Screen Printing Press
- 5.3. Rotary Screen Printing Press
- 5.4. Cylinder Screen Printing Press
- 6. SCREEN PRINTING MARKET BY METHOD
- 6.
- 1. INTRODUCTION
- 6.2. Sport Color Screen Printing
- 6.3. Halfton Printing
- 6.4. Grayscale Printing
- 6.5. Others
- 7. SCREEN PRINTING MARKET BY INK TYPE
- 7.
- 1. INTRODUCTION
- 7.2. Plastisol Ink
- 7.3. Water-Based Ink
- 7.4. Discharge Ink
- 7.5. Others
- 8. SCREEN PRINTING MARKET BY END-USER
- 8.
- 1. INTRODUCTION
- 8.2. Media & Entertainment
- 8.3. Electronics
- 8.4. Textiles & Apparels
- 8.5. Packaging
- 8.6. Others
- 9. SCREEN PRINTING MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY
- 9.
- 1. INTRODUCTION
- 9.2. North America
- 9.2.1. USA
- 9.2.2. Canada
- 9.2.3. Mexico
- 9.3. South America
- 9.3.1. Brazil
- 9.3.2. Argentina
- 9.3.3. Others
- 9.4. Europe
- 9.4.1. Germany
- 9.4.2. France
- 9.4.3. United Kingdom
- 9.4.4. Italy
- 9.4.5. Spain
- 9.4.6. Others
- 9.5. Middle East and Africa
- 9.5.1. Saudi Arabia
- 9.5.2. UAE
- 9.5.3. Israel
- 9.5.4. Others
- 9.6. Asia Pacific
- 9.6.1. China
- 9.6.2. India
- 9.6.3. Japan
- 9.6.4. South Korea
- 9.6.5. Thailand
- 9.6.6. Taiwan
- 9.6.7. Others
- 10. COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT AND ANALYSIS
- 10.1. Major Players and Strategy Analysis
- 10.2. Market Share Analysis
- 10.3. Mergers, Acquisitions, Agreements, and Collaborations
- 10.4. Competitive Dashboard
- 11. COMPANY PROFILES
- 11.1. Keywell Industrial Co Ltd
- 11.2. HG Kippax & Sons Ltd
- 11.3. MCC Label
- 11.4. Systematic Automation Inc
- 11.5. Workhorse Products
- 11.6. M&R Printing Equipment
- 11.7. MHM Industries GmbH
- 11.8. SPGPrints
- 11.9. Sakurai Graphic Systems Corporation
- 11.10. ROQ International
- 12. APPENDIX
- 12.1. Currency
- 12.2. Assumptions
- 12.3. Base and Forecast Years Timeline
- 12.4. Key benefits for the stakeholders
- 12.5. Research Methodology
- 12.6. Abbreviations
- LIST OF FIGURES
- LIST OF TABLES
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