Editor’s Note:
Ink, Light, and the Future Unfolding
The printing and packaging industry stands at a defining moment, where technology, sustainability, and consumer expectations are converging faster than ever. In this issue of ME Printer, we explore the breakthroughs, challenges, and transformative trends shaping our sector—both in the Middle East and across the global landscape.
Regional News:
3rd Wrap Masters Middle East to See High-Octane Action
The 3rd edition of World Wrap Masters Middle East competition returns to Dubai, in a gripping contest to find the region’s wrap master. The highly anticipated, lively event is set to return to FESPA Middle East 2026 from 13-15 January 2026 at Dubai Exhibition Centre…Read
Agro Pack & Food Iraq, Iraq Plast 2025 to Set New Records
Erbil is set to host the largest-ever packaging, agrofood, and plastics event in Iraq, with the concurrent staging of Agro Pack & Food Iraq and Iraq Plast from 24-27 November 2025 at Erbil International Fairground. The dual events, organised by Fuar and fairtrade, are expected to draw over 10,000 professionals from across Iraq and the wider region…Read
A VIP Visit to Advance Vision 2030 Goals
In its latest endeavor to foster digital printing in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and strengthen its role as a major digital player within Vision 2030, Saudi Xerox hosted a high-level government delegation to the Xerox Innovation Center in the UK…Read
BOBST & Packaging Partners Organise Abidjan Roadshow
BOBST, in collaboration with partners KURZ, Miraclon, and Rossini, organised a roadshow in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast), in early October, dedicated to innovations and trends in the packaging industry. The event brought together many Ivorian and West African professionals who came to exchange insights on the latest technological advances and sustainable solutions offered by BOBST and its partners…Read
FESPA Middle East Launches FLEX 2025 Roadshow
FESPA Leadership Exchange (FLEX) returns to the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, uniting industry leaders in Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Egypt for a week of collaboration, innovation, and insight. Running from 24 to 27 November, FLEX 2025 will host events in Riyadh, Jeddah, Amman, and Cairo, offering a unique opportunity for business leaders to connect, exchange knowledge, and explore the trends shaping the future of print…Read
HP Bolsters Saudi Arabia’s Tech Ambitions with New Facilities
In a move to bolster Saudi Arabia’s position as a regional technology hub, tech giant HP has launched a manufacturing facility in Riyadh and has confirmed its new Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Research & Development (R&D) Center of Excellence (CoE) in Dhahran…Read
Paper & Tissue Show 2026 Triples Scope with New Events
The global pulp, paper, and allied industries are set to converge at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, for a landmark event featuring a strategic trio of co-located exhibitions. From 31 March to 2 April 2026, the flagship Paper & Tissue Show will run concurrently with two new specialised events: Hygiene & Nonwoven Show and Packaging & Recycle Show, attracting a broader spectrum of industry professionals from around the globe. Organised by Al Furat Group, the exhibitions offer an unparalleled platform encompassing the entire value chain, set to redefine industrial excellence across the MENA region…Read
Paperworld Middle East 2025 Sets New Industry Benchmark
Paperworld Middle East 2025 wrapped up in true industry-shaping style at Dubai World Trade Centre. The region’s largest trade platform for paper, stationery, office supplies, and creative materials came to a close following three days of high-value networking and knowledge exchange…Read
PRINTALK 2025 Marks Defining Moment for UAE Print Industry
The UAE’s printing community marked a historic milestone with the grand success of PRINTALK 2025, hosted by IGSA UAE – the UAE Alumni of Institute of Printing Technology & Government Polytechnic Shoranur, Kerala, India – at Dusit Thani Dubai…Read
Articles:
AI Search Optimization: A New Era for Middle East Printers
As artificial intelligence transforms how customers search online, printing and packaging companies must rethink their marketing strategies—or risk becoming invisible. For years, online visibility was all about Google rankings. A well-structured website, a few backlinks, and consistent keywords could help a printing company appear in front of potential customers. But that game is changing fast…Read
Inks at a Crossroads
How Innovation and Sustainability Are Rewriting the Global Print Palette
A Market in Transformation
Once a quiet backbone of the print industry, the global inks sector has become a dynamic arena of chemistry, regulation, and digital disruption…Read
Reinventing Pharma Packaging
How global innovation, digital intelligence, and material science are reshaping the future of medicine packs.
The New Prescription for Packaging
Pharmaceutical packaging is undergoing a revolution. Once viewed merely as a protective shell, packaging has now become a strategic driver of sustainability, compliance, and patient experience. From PVC-free blisters to AI-enabled smart packs, the sector is evolving fast — merging technology with environmental responsibility…Read
The Hidden Role of Printing Substrates in Brand Security
In an era where counterfeit goods can imitate almost any product, packaging has become a brand’s first line of defense. Beyond its visual appeal or practical function, the material a product is printed on — known as the substrate — plays a vital role in ensuring authenticity, safety, and consumer trust…Read
The Future of Graphic Design in the Age of AI
Artificial intelligence is redefining creative professions — and graphic design, once considered a safe haven for human creativity, is now among the jobs most exposed to automation. According to Design Week, the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report places graphic designers among the most at-risk occupations, ranking 11th on the list of roles expected to decline in the coming years…Read
Advertorial:
Gulf Print & Pack 2026: Powering MENA’s Print Revolution
The strategic meeting point for decision-makers shaping the future of print.
Gulf Print & Pack 2026 unites more than 8,000 professionals and 300 exhibitors in Dubai, showcasing the region’s accelerating shift toward digital, sustainable, and personalized printing and packaging solutions.
Dubai to Host the Region’s Most Influential Print Event
Dubai once again becomes the epicenter of print innovation in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) when Gulf Print & Pack 2026 returns to the Dubai World Trade Centre from 31 March to 2 April 2026…Read
الخليج للطباعة والتغليف 2026: دعم ثورة الطباعة في منطقة الشرق الأوسط وشمال إفريقيا
يجمع معرض الخليج للطباعة والتغليف 2026 أكثر من 8000 متخصص و300 عارض في دبي، حيث يستعرض التحول المتسارع في المنطقة نحو حلول الطباعة والتغليف الرقمية والمستدامة والشخصية.
دبي تستضيف الحدث الأكثر تأثيرًا في مجال الطباعة في المنطقة
تصبح دبي مرة أخرى مركزًا للابتكار في مجال الطباعة في منطقة الشرق الأوسط وشمال إفريقيا عند عودة معرض الخليج للطباعة والتغليف 2026 إلى مركز دبي التجاري العالمي في الفترة من 31 مارس إلى 2 أبريل 2026….Read
Regional & International News- Arabic:
إكسبرس باك برينت تعزز إنتاجها بآلة القطع من إيتيرنا
تعمل آلة القطع المسطحة الجديدة من إيتيرنا على تعزيز إنتاج ألواح الكرتون القابلة للطي من شركة إكسبرس باك برينت
قامت شركة إكسبريس باك برينت، التابعة لشركة تكامل الإنتاج الصناعية، بتركيب وتثبيت آلة قطع مسطحة متطورة من شركة إيتيرنا، إحدى شركات مجموعة بوبست، مما يمثل إنجازًا مهمًا في قدرات الإنتاج لدى الشركة…Read
فيسبا يوسع نطاق وصوله في السوق بفعاليتين إضافيتين
سيستضيف فيسبا الحدث الرئيسي، معرض فيسبا العالمي للطباعة، والأحداث المشتركة، معرض اللافتات الأوروبية وتجربة التخصيص في فييرا دي برشلونة من 19 إلى 22 مايو 2026. مع ذلك، فإن أبرز ما يميز نسخة 2026 هو إطلاق حدثين جديدين من قبل فيسبا ضمن ملف الأعمال – الكرتون المموج والمنسوجات – والتي ستقام بالتزامن مع المعارض الحالية. ستقدم هذه الإضافات الجديدة معارض ومحتوى مخصصًا لمصنعي التعبئة والتغليف والعرض ومنتجي المنسوجات والملابس….Read
معرض أوراسيا للتغليف إسطنبول 2025 يسجل أرقام قياسية جديدة
اختتمت النسخة الثلاثين من معرض أوراسيا للتغليف – إسطنبول فعالياته التي استمرت أربعة أيام في مركز توياب للمعارض والمؤتمرات، حيث جذب ما يقدر بنحو 80 ألف زائر متخصص من جميع أنحاء العالم. نظمت الحفل شركة شركة RX Tüyap بالتعاون مع جمعية مصنعي التعبئة والتغليف التركية (ASD)، احتفالاً بثلاثة عقود من النمو وتعزيز مكانة إسطنبول كمركز مركزي لصناعة التعبئة والتغليف في جميع أنحاء أوروبا وآسيا والشرق الأوسط وإفريقيا…Read
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