Kornit Digital LTD., a global pioneer in sustainable, on-demand digital fashion and textile production technologies, today announced it is bringing the company’s highly successful Konnections series to the UK with the debut of the Konnections Forum. Being held December 8 and 9, the vibrant, collaborative event brings together more than 50 leaders across fashion, sportswear, digital production and global supply chains to discuss the industry’s challenges and opportunities in 2026.
Based on the recent success of Konnections Miami this past April, the UK session will include an open house at leading UK clothing manufacturer Basic Thinking, LTD. – offering a first-hand view into innovative on-demand print workflows and integrated production models. Konnnections Forum will also spotlight a broad array of collaboration and speaking events highlighting the future of textile and apparel production, AI-driven orchestration, and on-demand fashion.
“The fashion and apparel industry is at a crossroads, being transformed by unprecedented market pressures such as new tariffs, sustainability requirements and the call for nearshoring. This means the time is now for businesses to act and invest in new possibilities,” said Guy Yaniv, President at Kornit KDEU. “Konnections was formed to offer a unique collaboration and learning environment to help companies navigate this change and turn this urgency into opportunity. We’re honored to collaborate with our valued customer Basic Thinking to bring our unique event to the UK.”
The Konnections Forum Showcases AI and Smarter Production
Based on the critical need for an industry under pressure to reduce overproduction, shorten production lead times, and cut waste, the Konnections Forum will demonstrate how Kornit technology, combined with postponement models and AI-driven supply chain orchestration, powers:
- Localised, on-demand apparel production
- Significant waste reduction
- Faster and more accurate decision-making
- A more profitable, resilient, and sustainable supply-chain model
Bringing Together Key Industry Thought Leaders
Konnections Forum will exclusively feature key speakers across fashion and textiles, global manufacturing and digital ecosystems, including:
- Brad Ballentine, CEO of MAS ACME – A recognized leader in global manufacturing agility and postponement strategies.
- Simon Platts, Co-founder of SP & KO, Responsible Sourcing & ESG Fashion & Textiles Consultancy – Exploring sustainable and ethical supply-chain transformation.
- Ashley Nicole Stickler, Brand Architect – Highlighting innovation, digital ecosystems, and next-generation fashion operations.
