Clouds Hang Over Ipex 2010

There are two invisible clouds hanging over Ipex 2010. One is the cloud of volcanic dust from Iceland which has prevented many making the trip to Birmingham. The other is the reluctance of banks in Western Europe and North America to support printers in their investments.

The first is a temporary issue, but one which will prevent many seeing what is the most interesting line up of machinery for some years. The second cloud is showing too many signs of permanence as recession continues to hold the industry tight in its grip. But not everywhere.