At the recent Great Britain Philatelic Society (GPBS) Annual General Meeting, Alan Moorcroft FRPSL took over as the new GBPS President from the outgoing President, Andy Donaldson. Many thanks were expressed to Andy for his two years in the job.
Alan Moorcroft said, “We look forward to welcoming both new and experienced GB stamp and postal history collectors to our society. Our 2026-2027 GBPS programme features 22 meetings, most of which will be held at the Royal Philatelic Society in London, with an increasing number also available on Zoom.
He added, “During the next year the society will also host meetings at Stampex as well as Stanley Gibbons summer and winter receptions for society members. Some of the varied and interesting topics will include “The Team that delivered Penny Postage”, “GB with a Difference”, “Developments in Mail Cancellations in Britain and Ireland”, “Aspects of Collecting Local Postal History”, “The First Postage Stamps” as well as displays of Aerophilately and Members’ Displays. There really will be something for everyone”.
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https://fepanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/gbps_2026-800-1.jpg800800Costas Chazapishttps://fepanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/fepanews_logo-107x138-1.pngCostas Chazapis2026-07-23 12:50:162026-07-23 13:45:23New President for Great Britain Philatelic Society
Jay Bigalke, President and CEO at Scott Stamp LLC, has visited the recent Paris Expo and shared his impressions in a report for Linn’s Stamp News. His firsthand account highlights the exhibition’s standout features and innovative ideas for the future of philately. Here is a summary of his report:
Mondial du Timbre Paris 2026, held June 11–13 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, showcased the strengths of a modern international stamp exhibition. A major highlight was La Poste’s active participation, with daily stamp releases, artist signings and an efficient ticketing system. The show also embraced Postcrossing, encouraging crossover between postcard writers and stamp collectors. Family-friendly attractions, including a large Lego stamp mosaic, complemented competitive exhibits, dealers and educational activities. Celebrating the FIP’s centenary added historical significance. Like Boston 2026, the exhibition demonstrated that strong postal support, interactive experiences and inclusive programming are key to attracting collectors and newcomers alike.
[The two photos were taken from the video produced by FFAP: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OaUdoO7gJ3M]
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https://fepanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/paris-philex-800.jpg800800Costas Chazapishttps://fepanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/fepanews_logo-107x138-1.pngCostas Chazapis2026-07-19 21:05:042026-07-19 21:05:04Paris Reinforces the Future of Philately
PHILATAIPEI 2026 is a Specialised World Stamp Championship Exhibition, organised by the Chinese Taipei Philatelic Federation and Chunghwa Post. It will be held at the Taipei World Trade Centre from 20 to 25 November 2026 under the patronage of the Féderation Internationale de Philatelie (FIP) and the auspices of the Federation of Inter-Asian Philately (FIAP).
New President for Great Britain Philatelic Society
At the recent Great Britain Philatelic Society (GPBS) Annual General Meeting, Alan Moorcroft FRPSL took over as the new GBPS President from the outgoing President, Andy Donaldson. Many thanks were expressed to Andy for his two years in the job.
Alan Moorcroft said, “We look forward to welcoming both new and experienced GB stamp and postal history collectors to our society. Our 2026-2027 GBPS programme features 22 meetings, most of which will be held at the Royal Philatelic Society in London, with an increasing number also available on Zoom.
He added, “During the next year the society will also host meetings at Stampex as well as Stanley Gibbons summer and winter receptions for society members. Some of the varied and interesting topics will include “The Team that delivered Penny Postage”, “GB with a Difference”, “Developments in Mail Cancellations in Britain and Ireland”, “Aspects of Collecting Local Postal History”, “The First Postage Stamps” as well as displays of Aerophilately and Members’ Displays. There really will be something for everyone”.
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Paris Reinforces the Future of Philately
Jay Bigalke, President and CEO at Scott Stamp LLC, has visited the recent Paris Expo and shared his impressions in a report for Linn’s Stamp News. His firsthand account highlights the exhibition’s standout features and innovative ideas for the future of philately. Here is a summary of his report:
Mondial du Timbre Paris 2026, held June 11–13 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, showcased the strengths of a modern international stamp exhibition. A major highlight was La Poste’s active participation, with daily stamp releases, artist signings and an efficient ticketing system. The show also embraced Postcrossing, encouraging crossover between postcard writers and stamp collectors. Family-friendly attractions, including a large Lego stamp mosaic, complemented competitive exhibits, dealers and educational activities. Celebrating the FIP’s centenary added historical significance. Like Boston 2026, the exhibition demonstrated that strong postal support, interactive experiences and inclusive programming are key to attracting collectors and newcomers alike.
Read the complete report here:
https://www.linns.com/news/paris-reinforces-the-future-of-philately
[The two photos were taken from the video produced by FFAP:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OaUdoO7gJ3M]
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PHILATAIPEI 2026 World Stamp Championship
PHILATAIPEI 2026 is a Specialised World Stamp Championship Exhibition, organised by the Chinese Taipei Philatelic Federation and Chunghwa Post. It will be held at the Taipei World Trade Centre from 20 to 25 November 2026 under the patronage of the Féderation Internationale de Philatelie (FIP) and the auspices of the Federation of Inter-Asian Philately (FIAP).
Details on the exhibition website: https://taipei2026.post.gov.tw
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