ASEAN Newspaper Printers tackle the industry’s big issues at their conference in Penang next month.

The annual delegates conference (September 3-5) is being co-hosted by Star Publications – which has its northern print hub nearby, and by partner Goss International.

The theme of ‘Newspapers: Forging ahead?’ reflects current scenarios in an industry in which newspapers face a number of challenges, yet are still seen to be an effective channel for disseminating information and an efficient platform for advertising.

Have we gone over the turbulent years? Are we seeing the calm to forge ahead? Is the digital platform assault over? Speakers will address these issues in a plenary session, as well as updating delegates in breakouts on issues and technology in press, prepress and postpress, maintenance and management.

Highlights include a visit to Star Northern Hub, pictured (September 3) and a poolside dinner the following evening. ANP holds its annual meeting of board and corporate members on September 6.

Venue is the Equatorial Hotel in Penang – the island known as the ‘Pearl of the Orient’ – and is close to the international airport and Star hub.

More information at www.aseannewspaperprinters.com or contact Farouq Affandi, email secretary.gen@aseannewspaperprinters.com