We know that print and paper have the power to appeal to our emotions through texture, shape, color, effects, and much more. However, what we experienced on October 24 in Berlin at the 25th Druck&Medien Awards ceremony was a new level of emotional resonance: everything was on display—from moving personal stories and inspiring biographies to exciting creative products and concepts, as well as likable partners, qualified nominees, and engaged guests. There were rousing cheers, touching words, even tears of joy, and business partners embracing each other. What remains from our premiere as a partner of the Druck&Medien Awards 2024, in its 20th anniversary edition, are wonderful memories of a truly festive evening at the Grand Hyatt Berlin, filled with inspiring encounters.

We would like to thank the organizers from Deutscher Drucker and print.de for this successful national industry highlight, supported by a skilled jury team to whom we extend our gratitude for their dedication. Congratulations once again to the lucky winners—keep up the excellent work! It is you who give this industry the soul and vitality that spark the innovations of tomorrow. As for realizing those innovations, we at the Postpress Alliance are here to support print shops with comprehensive technological solutions.

In our own Postpress category, Susanne Schöllhorn had the pleasure of presenting the award to a deserving winner, DZA Druckerei zu Altenburg GmbH, on behalf of the entire Postpress Alliance. Managing Director Peer-Phillipp Keller and Commercial Director Jessica Kroschk beamed with joy as they accepted the award for their remarkable concrete-textured cover.

Print matters! The gala evening in Berlin proved this once again. We are already looking forward to next time!