Mimaki Europe

What Mimaki Europe does

Mimaki Europe BV is a wholly-owned European subsidiary of Japan-listed Mimaki Engineering Co., Ltd (TSE: 6638), headquartered in Diemen, the Netherlands. The company manufactures and distributes digital inkjet printers, cutting plotters, and associated software and consumables, serving four primary verticals: Sign Graphics, Textile & Apparel, Industrial Products, and 3D Industry. Its customer base spans print service providers, sign makers, garment decorators, industrial manufacturers, and 3D prototyping/display users across Europe, with localized websites and support for Germany, France, Spain, the Netherlands, Portugal, and Turkey.

The product portfolio spans solvent printers (e.g., SWJ-320EA at up to 137 sqm/h), LED-UV flatbed and roll-to-roll systems (UJ330H-160 hybrid, JFX600-2513, UCJV330-160, UJF-MkII series), textile and dye-sublimation printers (TRAPIS waterless pigment transfer, Tiger600, TS55, TxF300-75 DTF), full-colour 3D printers (3DUJ-553 with over 10 million colours, 3DGD-1800 large-format), and cutting plotters (CG-AR, CG-SRIII) with proprietary ID-CUT integration. The technology stack pairs hardware with proprietary software including RasterLink RIP and 3D Print Prep Pro workflow tools, plus recurring consumables revenue from inks such as the ELH-100 and ELS-120 sustainable UV lines. Notable proprietary features include the TRAPIS waterless textile system (up to 90% water reduction), Kebab HS cylindrical printing, and JFX600 Toggle Print productivity features.

The business model combines upfront hardware sales with recurring consumables and software revenue, distributed primarily through an authorized dealer and distributor network across Europe with a dedicated Partner Portal for channel support. Marketing is executed through multi-channel digital content, the Mimaki Academy e-learning platform, webinars, and major industry events such as FESPA Global Print Expo. Strategic partnerships include an OEM arrangement with OKI Data for exclusive international sales of ColorPainter models, technology integrations with BOFA International for air purification systems, and co-marketing with Trotec Laser for print-and-cut workflow education.

Name

Mimaki Europe

Legal name

Mimaki Europe BV

Website

https://mimakieurope.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Mimaki Europe BV is a Dutch subsidiary of Japan-listed Mimaki Engineering that manufactures and distributes digital inkjet printers, cutting plotters, 3D printers, and consumables across Europe, serving sign graphics, textile/apparel, industrial, and 3D industry verticals through a dealer channel network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Digital Printing Equipment

NAICS

Printing Ink Manufacturing (32591)

SIC

Printing Trades Machinery & Equipment (3555)

akta.pro primary industry

Inkjet Printers (HDACAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Production & High-Volume Printing Systems (HDACAEAJ), Direct-to-Container & Digital Printing (Inkjet/Laser) (IMALAKAF)

Keywords

• Industrial digital printing
• Wide-format inkjet printers
• UV LED printing systems
• Textile sublimation printers
• Digital cutting plotters

Headquarters

HQ city

Diemen

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales - Printers and Plotters: Sale of wide-format digital printers including solvent, UV, textile, sublimation, DTF, and 3D printers, as well as cutting plotters and vinyl cutters.
2. Software Solutions: Proprietary RIP software including RasterLink and other workflow management software for print preparation and management.
3. Consumables: Inks (solvent, UV, sublimation, textile pigments), maintenance supplies, and other consumables for the printer systems.
4. Options and Accessories: Optional equipment and accessories such as Kebab cylindrical printing units, air purifier systems, and specialized platens.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Mimaki Europe designs, manufactures, and supplies industrial digital inkjet printers, cutting plotters, 3D printers, and accompanying RIP/workflow software and inks for sign graphics, textile and apparel, industrial, and 3D printing customers. The portfolio covers solvent, UV, sublimation, DTF, pigment transfer, and 3D printing technologies bundled with consumables and accessories. Products are sold via a European dealer and distributor network for on-demand production environments.

Product overview

Mimaki Europe is a digital printing and cutting technology company offering a comprehensive portfolio of hardware, software, and consumables. The product range includes solvent printers, textile/dye-sublimation printers, UV printers (flatbed and roll-to-roll), 3D printers (full colour and production-speed models), cutting plotters, and print-and-cut solutions. Key software includes RasterLink RIP software and 3D Print Prep Pro workflow management. The portfolio is organized into four main industry verticals: Sign Graphics, Textile & Apparel, Industrial Products, and 3D Industry. Supporting products include UV inks (ELH-100, ELS-120), accessories like Kebab HS cylindrical printing option, and integrated solutions with partners like BOFA and Trotec.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Mimaki: Worldwide pioneer in digital printing and cutting technologies

Products and services

• UJ330H-160 Hybrid UV Printer Hybrid UV printer for both roll-fed and rigid materials, enabling versatile printing applications across different media types for sign graphics and industrial customers.
• TRAPIS Textile Pigment Transfer Printing System Waterless digital textile pigment transfer printing system that eliminates pre-treatment and washing stages, reducing water usage by up to 90% and enabling printing on natural fibres, blends, and synthetics with a single ink set.
• 3D Print Prep Pro Workflow Software (v2.0) Workflow management software for Mimaki 3D printers enabling processing of complex data (drone, architectural, CT scan) within a single platform, with lattice structure conversion and offline operation.
• 3DUJ-553 Full Colour 3D Printer World's first 3D printer with over 10 million colours, featuring layer thickness as fine as 20µm and water-soluble support material for photorealistic 3D models in industries from medical to design.
• 3DGD-1800 Large-Scale 3D Printer Large-scale 3D printer offering groundbreaking production speeds for creating large objects across industries from sign and display to manufacturing and prototyping.
• UJV300DT-75 UV-DTF Solution All-in-one UV-DTF (Direct-to-Film) solution for personalizing objects of all shapes and sizes with UV printing technology, targeting short-run customisation.
• ELH-100 & ELS-120 Sustainable UV Inks New sustainable UV inks for Mimaki UV printers, designed for safer handling and smarter, lower-impact printing.
• SWJ-320EA Solvent Printer Wide-format solvent printer up to 3.2m width offering speeds up to 137 sqm/h with high reliability at an accessible price point for sign and graphics production.
• Tiger600-1800TS Dye Sublimation Printer High-speed dye sublimation inkjet printer for textile production with high productivity and low environmental impact.
• TxF300-75 DTF Printer DTF (Direct-to-Film) textile printer with two staggered printheads delivering speeds up to 3x faster than the TxF150-75 predecessor.
• TS55-1800 Dye Sublimation Printer Dye sublimation textile printer designed for high productivity at high quality on high speed, helping bring new designs to market faster.
• Tx300P MkII Hybrid Textile Printer Hybrid textile printer enabling both direct-to-textile and sublimation transfer printing with interchangeable platens.
• JFX600-2513 UV Flatbed Printer UV flatbed printer for high-quality prints on rigid materials, equipped with the Toggle Print feature allowing new media to be loaded on one side while printing on the other.
• UCJV330-160 LED-UV Roll-to-Roll Printer LED-UV roll-to-roll printer for sign and graphics with advanced technology enabling high-quality realistic prints.
• UJF-3042/6042 MkII UV Flatbed Printers UV flatbed printers for industrial and specialty inkjet applications with precision printing on rigid and dimensional objects.
• CG-AR Series Cutting Plotters Cutting plotters with improved cutting speed and force and the unique ID-CUT function, designed to integrate seamlessly with Mimaki DTF printers (including transparent/translucent film).
• Kebab HS Cylindrical Print Option Cylindrical print option for UJF-MkII e and UJF-7151 plusII UV printers enabling 360-degree printing on cylindrical objects (50mm–100mm diameter) and tapered shapes up to 7.5° angle.
• RasterLink7 RIP Software Proprietary RIP software for print preparation, colour management, and workflow automation across Mimaki's printer range.

Quantifiable outcome

• Water usage reduced by up to 90% with TRAPIS system
• +3 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered notable, supporting and flagship.

• Trotec LasernotableStrategic or Co-development PartnerMimaki has partnered with Trotec Laser, a world leader in laser technology, to explain the advantages of print & cut solutions through joint webinars. The partnership focuses on educational content about how laser cutting can enhance digital printing capabilities.
• BOFA InternationalsupportingTechnology or IntegrationBOFA developed an Air Purifier System specifically for Mimaki's SWJ-320EA solvent printer. This solution ensures a safer and more pleasant working environment for users of the printer.
• BOFAsupportingTechnology or IntegrationOptional Air Purifier System developed by BOFA offered with SWJ-320EA 3.2m-wide solvent printer, providing safer working environments for print operators.
• OKI DatanotableOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerMimaki has an exclusive international sales agreement with OKI Data to sell OKI ColorPainter products (M-64S and H-103S models) under the Mimaki brand through Mimaki's distribution network.
• FESPAflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerFESPA Global Print Expo is a major platform for Mimaki product launches and demonstrations. Mimaki participates in FESPA events and joint webinars on the future of digital printing with FESPA Global President.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Roland DG: Japanese maker of wide-format inkjet printers, print-and-cut devices, and vinyl cutters serving sign/graphics and industrial customers—almost identical product scope and channel model to Mimaki.
• Epson (Professional Imaging): Produces SureColor wide-format solvent, dye-sublimation, and UV inkjet printers plus inks, competing directly with Mimaki across sign, textile, and industrial print.
• Durst Group: European manufacturer of industrial UV, textile, and label inkjet printing systems targeting the same sign, textile, and industrial verticals as Mimaki.
• swissQprint: Swiss manufacturer of high-end UV flatbed and roll-to-roll printers for signage and industrial applications, directly competing with Mimaki's UV/JFX lines.
• EFI (Electronics For Imaging): Provides wide-format UV and dye-sublimation inkjet printers, inks, and RIP/workflow software, mirroring Mimaki's hardware-plus-software model.

Broad incumbents

• HP (Large Format / Latex & Industrial): Large incumbent offering Latex, DesignJet, and industrial page-wide inkjet presses; overlaps Mimaki in wide-format and sign graphics as part of a far broader portfolio.
• Canon Production Printing (Océ): Supplies large-format and production inkjet systems and inks for signage, display, and industrial printing—overlapping Mimaki's segments within a broader imaging business.
• Ricoh (Industrial Printing): Offers industrial and wide-format inkjet printers, inks, and DTF/textile solutions; a broad imaging incumbent competing in Mimaki's core categories.
• Agfa: Manufactures wide-format inkjet printers and inks for sign, display, and industrial printing as part of a broader digital printing and imaging group.

Emerging players

• Kornit Digital: Specialist in direct-to-garment and direct-to-fabric digital textile inkjet printing, overlapping Mimaki's Textile & Apparel vertical with a sustainability-led pitch.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/mimakieurope
• Facebookfacebook.com/mimakiEU

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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