Together, we are Making Vinyl.

From supply chain issues, demand dynamics, environmental best practices, and street date shuffle to postal paralysis, you’re navigating any number of current industry issues. Together we’re solving them.

Thank You!

The 2024 Making Vinyl Europe conference and Sustainability Summit in Haarlem, Netherlands, was a remarkable celebration of vinyl culture. It brought together the world’s leading players in manufacturing and their connected businesses. The event proved to be an invaluable opportunity to exchange insights into cutting-edge production techniques, market challenges, and evolving consumer demands.

A big thank you to everyone who made it a great success. We’re excited to announce that more events are on the horizon for 2025, so be sure to check back often for the latest updates. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

CALLING ALL PRESSING PLANTS!

The Vinyl Record Manufacturing Association & Making Vinyl has partnered with the UK-based Futuresource Consulting. The market research company will be the official data partner of the Association, producing a Global Vinyl Market Report for the VRMA and the annual Making Vinyl conference. The data will include annual, quarterly, and regional reports on the vinyl pressing volumes, product breakdowns, and the number of active plants and pressing lines, in addition to highlighting key trends.

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2024 Making Vinyl Europe Program Guide

Haarlem Travel Guide – Making Vinyl Europe 24

This is your guide to reaching Haarlem, providing helpful suggestions on what to do and where to stay once you’re there.

Countdown to Making Vinyl Europe Conference 2024:

Shaping the Future of the Vinyl Industry Together Haarlem/ Braunschweig, September 2024—The wait is almost over: Making Vinyl Europe, the only business event of its

ATTENDEE FEEDBACK

The Making Vinyl conference was an incredible experience! I had the chance to meet industry professionals and build valuable connections. The networking opportunities were outstanding.

The workshops and seminars were incredibly helpful for someone like me who is interested in starting a record-pressing plant. I gained valuable knowledge about marketing strategies and the infrastructure needed to make quality records.

The sessions on vinyl record production were my favorite. Learning about mastering, pressing, and packaging from experts in the field gave me a deeper appreciation for the craft.

The discussions about the future of vinyl records were thought-provoking. It reassured me that vinyl is here to stay and provided ideas on navigating the digital age while maintaining the essence of vinyl.

The sessions on sales strategies and distribution were incredibly informative. I gained practical insights that will help me expand my vinyl business and reach a wider audience.

The tabletop showcase area was great for connecting with suppliers and discovering new products. I found unique accessories and packaging options to enhance my customers’ overall vinyl record experience.

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