The inaugural editions of Paper ME and Print 2 Pack concluded successfully in Saudi Arabia, one of the fastest growing economies in the MENA region. The two high profile co-located exhibitions – held at Jeddah Center for Forums and Events (JCFE) from 18-20 November, 2024 – showcased some of the most innovative paper, printing, packaging, and plastics technologies to cater to the massive industrial needs of Saudi Arabia and the entire GCC region.
Modern Technologies & Solutions
Cutting-edge advancements in pulp, paper, corrugated board, and tissue; printing; packaging; and sustainable solutions such as water treatment and energy conservation equipment were the highlights on display.
Global Participation
International exhibitors from China, Egypt, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Turkey, the UAE, and the US, participated as an opportunity to open new markets in the Kingdom and other GCC countries.
Significance of the Dual Events
The co-located events showcased exclusive concepts and outlined the major tendencies and advancements from the world’s leading technology makers in the paper, printing, packaging, and plastics sectors, offering seamless inputs and all-inclusive solutions to entrepreneurs, service providers, quality buyers, and trade visitors in Saudi Arabia and rest of the region.
Providing exhibitors with confirmed 360-degree opportunity to break into one of the worlds most attractive profit zones, both Paper ME and Print 2 Pack generated big business deals all under one roof, thus allowing exhibitors to achieve the best return on their investment.
Highlighting all the fundamental solutions applicable in the world of paper, printing, and packaging industries, the events ended indisputably as two of the most influential specialised trade fairs within the MENA region with an incomparable know-how to attract a broad range of industry players and record-breaking figures of trade visitors.
Creating a crystal-clear business path for local, regional, and international corporations to be on the leading edge, Paper ME and Print 2 Pack in Jeddah helped industry professionals in quality sourcing and accessing exceptional exports, sales, and distribution channels within Saudi Arabia and the entire GCC region.
The events provided a platform to build strategic partnerships, sign profitable business deals, expand customer base and business reach, boost brand awareness, and maximize ROI, among a host of other benefits for both the exhibitors and visitors.
Burgeoning Market
Saudi Arabia’s paper and paperboard packaging market is expanding, growing from $2.02 billion to $2.71 billion at a CAGR of 4.2% over the 2023-2029 forecast period. While the printing market, valued at $1.1 billion plays a crucial role in the industry landscape with an impressive annual growth rate of 8% indicating continuous expansion, the plastics packaging market boasts a strong annual growth rate of 6.6% over the 2023-2030 forecast period, highlighting its durability.
The Saudi food market is also experiencing a major transformation, with its volume expected to jump from $14.16 billion to a robust $30.47 billion by 2029.
