Top 10 Flexo Press Manufacturers in India 2026

India's flexographic printing market is experiencing unprecedented growth. With a market size of USD 534.0 million in 2024 projected to reach USD 786.7 million by 2030 at a CAGR of 7%, India has emerged as one of the fastest-growing flexo markets in Asia Pacific. The country also constitutes the largest market for imported printing presses in Asia, with imports valued at USD 334 million, representing 14% of total Asian imports.

This growth is driven by booming packaging demand from e-commerce, FMCG, pharmaceuticals, and food processing sectors. India's packaging industry is expected to reach USD 92 billion by FY30, growing at approximately 9% CAGR - outpacing GDP growth by 1.3x.

This guide profiles ten leading flexo press manufacturers in India for 2026, including both global giants with strong local presence and homegrown Indian manufacturers. Selection is based on market reputation, installation base, technological innovation, and service capability.

The Global Leader with Deep India Roots

• Origin: Switzerland
• India Presence: Manufacturing facility (Pune), service network (Ahmedabad, Greater Noida)
• Specialty: CI flexo, narrow-web flexo, flexo folder gluers (FFG)

BOBST has established itself as a dominant force in India's flexo market. The company announced in October 2024 that its Nova range of FFG machines will be manufactured in India starting in 2025, with the Vision range to follow by late 2026. This localization strategy significantly reduces costs and lead times for Indian converters.

Notable Installations: Pune-based Parakh Flexipacks commissioned its fourth BOBST press - a state-of-the-art VISION CI Flexo - in August 2025, serving FMCG, dairy, beverages, snacks, confectionaries, hygiene, and apparel segments.

Key Products:

• VISION CI: Central impression press delivering efficient performance across all production lengths
• MASTER M6: Inline UV flexo press with Digital Flexo automation
• NOVA FFG: Flexo folder gluer for corrugated (India-manufactured from 2025)

BOBST also made a strong impact at Labelexpo India 2024, showcasing advanced UV LED curing technology that reduces energy consumption and environmental impact.

German Engineering for High-Volume Production

• Origin: Germany
• India Presence: W&H India subsidiary
• Specialty: High-speed CI flexo presses for flexible packaging

W&H has been serving the Indian market through its local subsidiary for years, with notable installations across flexible packaging converters.

Notable Installations:

• Rathna Packaging, a major flexible packaging company in Bengaluru, placed orders for two ALPHAFLEX CI flexo presses in November 2024 - the very first ALPHAFLEX installations in India, marking a significant milestone for both W&H and the Indian market.
• Rahil Foam, a leader in hygiene films, invested in a MIRAFLEX II CI Flexo press to achieve its goal of being the best and most reliable supplier.

Key Products:

• MIRAFLEX II: The world's bestselling CI flexo press, known for reliability and efficiency
• ALPHAFLEX: Newer CI flexo platform with advanced automation features

W&H's strong reputation in flexible packaging makes it a top choice for converters serving food, pharmaceutical, and industrial packaging sectors.

The American Label Press Leader

• Origin: USA
• India Presence: Flexo Image Graphics (FIG) - 300+ installations
• Specialty: Narrow-web label presses, hybrid flexo-digital

Mark Andy has achieved remarkable penetration in India through its long-term partnership with Flexo Image Graphics (FIG). Since its founding, FIG has installed over 300 Mark Andy presses across the Indian subcontinent, with early customers including Graphic Reproduction Syndicate in Sivakasi.

Notable Installations: Barcom Industries completed installations of two Mark Andy Pro Series label presses in July 2025, representing continued investment in Mark Andy technology.

Key Products:

• Pro Series: Fully servo-driven, low maintenance, ultra-fast makeready
• Performance Series: Proven platform for mid-range label production
• Hybrid models: Combining flexo with digital printing capabilities

Mark Andy presses are known for "lowest makeready times and setup waste with highest productivity" - critical advantages for Indian label converters facing intense price competition.

Italian Innovation for Short Runs

• Origin: Italy
• India Presence: Active distributor network, roadshows in Ahmedabad
• Specialty: CI flexo, short-run solutions, sustainable printing

UTECO has actively cultivated the Indian market through roadshows and distributor partnerships. In November 2023, UTECO partnered with Acme Rolltech for a roadshow in Ahmedabad to showcase cutting-edge flexo technology to Indian converters.

Key Products:

• ONYXGo: Positioned as the "best CI flexo for short-run jobs, ever!" - low waste, low energy, low solvent consumption
• ONYX XS: Advanced CI press with high automation
• Diamond HP: Printing speed of 600 m/min with both solvent and water inks

UTECO also has a track record of selling used presses into India, with multiple units delivered to Indian buyers from European plants.

India's CI Flexo Manufacturing Pioneer

• Origin: India (Ahmedabad)
• Specialty: CI flexo presses, made in India

Echaar Equipments is one of the few Indian manufacturers producing CI flexo presses domestically. The company launched its first CI flexo printing press, the Flexomaster HR-500, in 2022 for the hygiene film market. In February 2025, Echaar unveiled the second generation FlexoDelight, a CI flexo press with enhanced features, demonstrating continuous product improvement.

Notable Installations: Soparkar & Kothari Technologies installed an Echaar Flexomaster HR 500 in February 2023 for the hygiene film market, serving breathable and non-breathable films, outer packaging, and specialty films such as MDO films.

Echaar represents the "Make in India" movement in flexo printing equipment, offering locally manufactured CI flexo presses at competitive prices.

China's Flexo Success Story in India

• Origin: China
• India Presence: 80+ installations since 2004
• Specialty: Narrow and mid-web flexo presses

Zonten has built a solid reputation in India since entering the market in 2004. The company has installed more than 80 flexo presses across India, supported by a service team of 11 engineers.

Notable Installations: Double Packaging in Ahmedabad and Ramdoot Packaging in Ahmedabad (awaiting delivery of its second machine) are among Zonten's Indian customers.

Zonten offers competitive pricing with adequate service support, making it a popular choice for cost-conscious Indian converters entering the flexo market.

Indian Innovator with Patented Technology

• Origin: India
• Specialty: Wide-web flexo, digital inkjet

Orient Group has emerged as a notable Indian manufacturer of flexo printing presses. At Labelexpo India 2024, Orient showcased its advanced 10-color flexo machine, manufactured in India and backed by patents in its design.

Key Products:

• 10-color flexo machine: Patented design, manufactured in India
• 6-color digital inkjet press: Features a patented ink delivery system, making it stand out in the competitive landscape

Orient represents the growing sophistication of India's domestic flexo manufacturing capability, competing not just on price but on innovation and technology.

Global Leader in Narrow-Web Flexo

• Origin: India (Ahmedabad)
• Specialty: Narrow-web flexo presses, photopolymer plate making equipment

Innovative Flexotech positions itself as a "global leader in flexo printing press and photopolymer plate making technology." Based in Ahmedabad - India's flexo manufacturing hub - the company delivers products under the brand promise of "High Standard Quality, Most Competitive Price and Superior Service."

Key Products:

• Flexo printing presses
• Photopolymer plate making equipment
• Solvent distillation units

Innovative Flexotech maintains stock to support installed machines and supplies consumables for high productivity and profitability.

Ahmedabad's Narrow-Web Specialist

• Origin: India (Ahmedabad)
• Specialty: Narrow-web label presses

NBG Printographic is part of Ahmedabad's thriving flexo manufacturing ecosystem. The city has become a hub for Indian-made flexo presses, with NBG among the leading names alongside Multitec, Webtech, and Label Flex.

NBG supplies flexographic printing products worldwide, based in Delhi, India, and has established a reputation for reliable narrow-web label presses serving the domestic label industry.

Faridabad's Narrow-Web Innovator

• Origin: India (Faridabad)
• Specialty: Narrow-web flexo presses, UV/LED systems

Alliance Printech has gained recognition for its narrow-web flexo presses designed for printing, converting, and embellishing labels and flexible packaging. At Labelexpo Europe 2023, Alliance exhibited two narrow-web presses: the Nova 45 and NovaSmart, gaining international exposure.

Alliance also introduced a brand-new LED UV coating and curing system compatible with offset, flexo, and gravure presses.

The rapid growth of India's flexo press market is not accidental. Several structural factors are driving this expansion.

1. Booming Packaging Industry

India's packaging industry is projected to reach USD 92 billion by FY30, growing at approximately 9% CAGR - outpacing GDP growth by nearly 1.3x. The paper packaging market alone is estimated at USD 22.73 billion in 2026, growing to USD 54.67 billion by 2031 at a remarkable 19.16% CAGR. Every rupee spent on packaging translates into demand for printing equipment.

2. E-Commerce and Quick Commerce Explosion

India's e-commerce and quick commerce sectors are among the fastest-growing in the world. The shift from retail to direct-to-consumer fulfillment has dramatically increased demand for printed corrugated boxes, flexible mailers, and branded packaging - all produced using flexographic printing.

3. FMCG and Food Processing Expansion

India's large and growing middle class is driving consumption of packaged foods, beverages, and personal care products. Parakh Flexipacks, for example, serves FMCG, dairy, beverages, snacks, confectionaries, hygiene, and apparel segments with its BOBST presses. The government's focus on food processing infrastructure is creating additional demand.

4. Capacity Additions and Modernization

The Indian flexo market is about to witness significant capacity additions. Industry experts estimate that 45–50 new CI flexo presses are expected to be installed in the country in the near term. This wave of investment is driven by both first-time buyers and established converters upgrading from older technology.

5. Shift from Gravure to Flexo

Flexo has been gaining market share from gravure printing in India, particularly in flexible packaging. Advantages include lower plate costs, faster changeover times, and better environmental profile with water-based inks.

6. Government Initiatives

The Indian government's capital expenditure rose nearly 9% to INR 12.2 lakh crore for 2026–27, underscoring its commitment to infrastructure-led growth. The "Make in India" initiative has encouraged domestic manufacturing of printing equipment, including flexo presses from Echaar, Orient, and others.

7. Rising Label Demand

India's label industry is growing rapidly, driven by FMCG, pharmaceutical, and logistics sectors. Mark Andy alone has installed over 300 presses in India. Domestic manufacturers like NBG, Innovative Flexotech, and Alliance Printech are also capturing this growing demand with competitively priced narrow-web presses.

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