GITNUXREPORT 2025

Digital Printing Industry Statistics

Digital printing market projected to reach $77.4 billion by 2025, transforming industry.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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The rise of variable data printing, used in personalized marketing, accounts for approximately 70% of digital print jobs in ad campaigns

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Digital printing applications in the automotive industry, such as dashboard decoration and exterior branding, are projected to increase by 15% annually through 2025

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The use of augmented reality in digital print marketing campaigns has increased by 40% over the past three years, creating interactive experiences

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The global digital printing market is projected to reach US$ 77.4 billion by 2025

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Digital printing accounts for approximately 20% of the overall printing industry revenue as of 2023

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The adoption of digital printing in packaging accounts for 35% of the total digital printing market share

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The North American digital printing market is valued at around US$ 20 billion, representing 25% of global sales

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Digital textile printing is expected to grow at a CAGR of 19% from 2022 to 2027

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The use of UV digital printing inks is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.5% through 2027

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The packaging segment represents over 40% of the total digital printing market revenue

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Digital label printing market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 17.8% from 2023 to 2030

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75% of print service providers state that digital printing has helped them acquire new clients

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The growth of e-commerce has increased demand for digitally printed packaging and labels by approximately 50% since 2020

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The global demand for personalized printing solutions, including digital printing, is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 16% through 2027

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The digital printing textiles market is projected to reach US$ 6.2 billion by 2027, with a CAGR of 19.0%

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The inkjet digital printing sector is expected to hold over 70% of the digital printing ink market by 2025

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Decorated apparel and textiles using digital printing grew by 25% in 2022

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The adoption of digital printing for wall coverings has increased by 30% over the past three years

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The commercial digital printing segment accounts for nearly 55% of the total digital printing market revenue

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The production of short-run catalogs using digital printing has increased by 45% in the last decade

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Digital printing inks are increasingly water-based, with their usage rising by 40% over the last five years

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The market for digital printing presses is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.3% from 2023 to 2030

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The use of digital printing in the pharmaceutical packaging market is projected to grow at 12% annually through 2027

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Digital printing's contribution to the overall print industry revenue is forecasted to reach 35% by 2026

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The total number of digital printing units shipped globally reached over 120,000 in 2022, an increase of 10% from the previous year

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The fastest-growing digital printing sector is direct-to-shape printing, expected to grow at 12% CAGR through 2028

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The adoption rate of digital corona and varnish effects in print over the past five years has increased by 22%

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The global digital signage market, which uses digital printing for customized displays, is expected to reach US$ 29 billion by 2024

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Digital printing adoption in the interior decor industry has increased by 28% in the last three years

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The global demand for 3D digital printing is expanding at a CAGR of about 23% from 2023 to 2030, with applications in healthcare, aerospace, and automotive

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Digital printing of labels and flexible packaging is expected to grow at 16.5% CAGR through 2027

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Managed digital print services are estimated to grow at a CAGR of 11% through 2026, driven by enterprise demand for efficiency

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The European digital printing market is expected to reach €21 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 10%

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Digital printing of books reached a global market size of approximately US$ 8.2 billion in 2022, with expected growth driven by print-on-demand services

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The use of eco-solvent inks in digital printing is on the rise, accounting for roughly 35% of the market share in 2023, due to environmental regulations

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The digital printing industry has seen a 15% increase in workforce employment levels from 2018 to 2023, indicating industry growth and skill demand

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The growth of demand for short-run promotional prints has surged by over 50% during the pandemic years, reflecting market shift towards digital solutions

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Digital printing technology adoption varies significantly across regions, with Asia-Pacific leading at 42%, followed by North America at 25%, and Europe at 20%

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On-demand digital printing reduces inventory costs by approximately 30%, compared to traditional print production methods

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Digital printing has contributed to an 18% reduction in waste associated with print production in some segments

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On average, digital printing consumes 30% less energy than conventional offset printing processes

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Digital printing is playing a significant role in eco-friendly packaging solutions, reducing VOC emissions by up to 50% compared to traditional printing

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The sustainability aspect of digital printing, including lower waste and energy use, has been rated as the primary factor influencing adoption by 58% of industry players

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Over 60% of commercial printing companies have integrated digital printing technologies into their existing processes by 2023

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The average print run size has decreased from 10,000 units to 1,000 units with the rise of digital printing

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Digital inkjet printing has a market share of over 60% within the digital printing industry

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Digital printing reduces setup times from hours to minutes, increasing productivity by up to 80%

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More than 50% of small and medium-sized printing businesses plan to increase investments in digital printing technology in 2024

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Approximately 65% of brand owners prefer digitally printed packaging for its quick turnaround capabilities

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Approximately 80% of all digital prints are produced using inkjet technology

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Digital printing enhances color accuracy and consistency, with reported improvements of up to 30% over traditional methods

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The average cost per unit using digital printing is approximately 30% less for short runs compared to traditional offset printing

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Approximately 55% of printers worldwide utilize digital printing technologies for at least half of their production volume

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The introduction of automation in digital presses has increased productivity by nearly 35%, streamlining workflows in the printing industry

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45% of print service providers surveyed plan to phase out traditional offset presses entirely within the next five years, favoring digital alternatives

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The integration of AI and automation in digital printing workflows is projected to increase operational efficiency by up to 25%

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Key Highlights

The global digital printing market is projected to reach US$ 77.4 billion by 2025
Digital printing accounts for approximately 20% of the overall printing industry revenue as of 2023
The adoption of digital printing in packaging accounts for 35% of the total digital printing market share
The North American digital printing market is valued at around US$ 20 billion, representing 25% of global sales
Digital textile printing is expected to grow at a CAGR of 19% from 2022 to 2027
The use of UV digital printing inks is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.5% through 2027
The packaging segment represents over 40% of the total digital printing market revenue
On-demand digital printing reduces inventory costs by approximately 30%, compared to traditional print production methods
Over 60% of commercial printing companies have integrated digital printing technologies into their existing processes by 2023
The average print run size has decreased from 10,000 units to 1,000 units with the rise of digital printing
Digital label printing market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 17.8% from 2023 to 2030
75% of print service providers state that digital printing has helped them acquire new clients
Digital inkjet printing has a market share of over 60% within the digital printing industry

The digital printing industry is revolutionizing the global print landscape, with projections reaching $77.4 billion by 2025 and a transformative shift towards sustainable, personalized, and on-demand solutions driving rapid growth across sectors worldwide.

Applications and End-Use Sectors

The rise of variable data printing, used in personalized marketing, accounts for approximately 70% of digital print jobs in ad campaigns
Digital printing applications in the automotive industry, such as dashboard decoration and exterior branding, are projected to increase by 15% annually through 2025
The use of augmented reality in digital print marketing campaigns has increased by 40% over the past three years, creating interactive experiences

Applications and End-Use Sectors Interpretation

As digital printing evolves from personalized marketing to automotive branding and augmented reality integration, it’s clear that the industry is shifting towards highly customized, interactive, and dynamic visual experiences—driving both engagement and innovation at a rapid clip.

Market Size and Growth

The global digital printing market is projected to reach US$ 77.4 billion by 2025
Digital printing accounts for approximately 20% of the overall printing industry revenue as of 2023
The adoption of digital printing in packaging accounts for 35% of the total digital printing market share
The North American digital printing market is valued at around US$ 20 billion, representing 25% of global sales
Digital textile printing is expected to grow at a CAGR of 19% from 2022 to 2027
The use of UV digital printing inks is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.5% through 2027
The packaging segment represents over 40% of the total digital printing market revenue
Digital label printing market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 17.8% from 2023 to 2030
75% of print service providers state that digital printing has helped them acquire new clients
The growth of e-commerce has increased demand for digitally printed packaging and labels by approximately 50% since 2020
The global demand for personalized printing solutions, including digital printing, is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 16% through 2027
The digital printing textiles market is projected to reach US$ 6.2 billion by 2027, with a CAGR of 19.0%
The inkjet digital printing sector is expected to hold over 70% of the digital printing ink market by 2025
Decorated apparel and textiles using digital printing grew by 25% in 2022
The adoption of digital printing for wall coverings has increased by 30% over the past three years
The commercial digital printing segment accounts for nearly 55% of the total digital printing market revenue
The production of short-run catalogs using digital printing has increased by 45% in the last decade
Digital printing inks are increasingly water-based, with their usage rising by 40% over the last five years
The market for digital printing presses is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.3% from 2023 to 2030
The use of digital printing in the pharmaceutical packaging market is projected to grow at 12% annually through 2027
Digital printing's contribution to the overall print industry revenue is forecasted to reach 35% by 2026
The total number of digital printing units shipped globally reached over 120,000 in 2022, an increase of 10% from the previous year
The fastest-growing digital printing sector is direct-to-shape printing, expected to grow at 12% CAGR through 2028
The adoption rate of digital corona and varnish effects in print over the past five years has increased by 22%
The global digital signage market, which uses digital printing for customized displays, is expected to reach US$ 29 billion by 2024
Digital printing adoption in the interior decor industry has increased by 28% in the last three years
The global demand for 3D digital printing is expanding at a CAGR of about 23% from 2023 to 2030, with applications in healthcare, aerospace, and automotive
Digital printing of labels and flexible packaging is expected to grow at 16.5% CAGR through 2027
Managed digital print services are estimated to grow at a CAGR of 11% through 2026, driven by enterprise demand for efficiency
The European digital printing market is expected to reach €21 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 10%
Digital printing of books reached a global market size of approximately US$ 8.2 billion in 2022, with expected growth driven by print-on-demand services
The use of eco-solvent inks in digital printing is on the rise, accounting for roughly 35% of the market share in 2023, due to environmental regulations
The digital printing industry has seen a 15% increase in workforce employment levels from 2018 to 2023, indicating industry growth and skill demand
The growth of demand for short-run promotional prints has surged by over 50% during the pandemic years, reflecting market shift towards digital solutions

Market Size and Growth Interpretation

As digital printing's market value soars to an anticipated US$77.4 billion by 2025—driven by surging e-commerce, personalized solutions, and eco-friendly inks—it’s clear that traditional presses are being overtaken by innovation, making digital not just a trend, but the very ink that writes the future of the print industry.

Regional Markets and Adoption

Digital printing technology adoption varies significantly across regions, with Asia-Pacific leading at 42%, followed by North America at 25%, and Europe at 20%

Regional Markets and Adoption Interpretation

Despite Europe's rich history of print innovation, the Asia-Pacific region's commanding 42% adoption rate underscores a global shift, highlighting where digital printing's future is most vigorously being written.

Sustainability and Environmental Impact

On-demand digital printing reduces inventory costs by approximately 30%, compared to traditional print production methods
Digital printing has contributed to an 18% reduction in waste associated with print production in some segments
On average, digital printing consumes 30% less energy than conventional offset printing processes
Digital printing is playing a significant role in eco-friendly packaging solutions, reducing VOC emissions by up to 50% compared to traditional printing
The sustainability aspect of digital printing, including lower waste and energy use, has been rated as the primary factor influencing adoption by 58% of industry players

Sustainability and Environmental Impact Interpretation

Digital printing is not only revolutionizing industry efficiency and lowering costs but also wielding a greener footprint, with sustainability now the primary driver for 58% of industry players choosing this innovative approach.

Technologies and Innovations

Over 60% of commercial printing companies have integrated digital printing technologies into their existing processes by 2023
The average print run size has decreased from 10,000 units to 1,000 units with the rise of digital printing
Digital inkjet printing has a market share of over 60% within the digital printing industry
Digital printing reduces setup times from hours to minutes, increasing productivity by up to 80%
More than 50% of small and medium-sized printing businesses plan to increase investments in digital printing technology in 2024
Approximately 65% of brand owners prefer digitally printed packaging for its quick turnaround capabilities
Approximately 80% of all digital prints are produced using inkjet technology
Digital printing enhances color accuracy and consistency, with reported improvements of up to 30% over traditional methods
The average cost per unit using digital printing is approximately 30% less for short runs compared to traditional offset printing
Approximately 55% of printers worldwide utilize digital printing technologies for at least half of their production volume
The introduction of automation in digital presses has increased productivity by nearly 35%, streamlining workflows in the printing industry
45% of print service providers surveyed plan to phase out traditional offset presses entirely within the next five years, favoring digital alternatives
The integration of AI and automation in digital printing workflows is projected to increase operational efficiency by up to 25%

Technologies and Innovations Interpretation

As digital printing continues to dominate with over 60% market share, faster, cheaper, and more precise than traditional methods, industry insiders warn that the days of offset presses are numbered—making automation and AI not just innovations but essential for survival in this color-rich, small-batch revolution.