OVER 9,000 visitors are expected to attend Gulf Print & Pack 2013, the Mena region’s only dedicated event for the printing and packaging markets, in Dubai.

Many of the most prestigious print and packaging industry suppliers and manufacturers are set to exhibit at the event as it returns to the emirate from April 8 to 11 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. 

More than 300 exhibitors are expected to participate at this year’s expo including Canon, Bobst Group, Colourbyte, Flint Group, Green Graphics, Kodak, Nilpeter, Saga Digital, Sealed Air, SISTrade and Xeikon.

Mike Simmonds, event manager of Gulf Print & Pack, said: “With many new product launches planned, there is no better place than Gulf Print & Pack 2013 to see the newest technology in action and find out how to build a better business.

“Show visitors will see live, real time demonstrations of the newest working machinery including multi-substrate and digital presses materials, as well as learn about the latest global printing and packaging trends and technologies.

“In addition, they will also be able to network with some of the sector’s most senior executives and discuss ways of driving down costs, improving supply chain and business efficiency and exploiting opportunities by diversifying into niche markets.”

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Hendrik Verbrugghe, marketing director, Canon Middle East, said: “Gulf Print & Pack has become a major milestone event for the Middle East print industry and one that Canon Middle East eagerly anticipates. Canon will showcase its entire line-up of products including Océ products with its biggest ever presence at this year’s event underlining its commitment to the professional print market.”

Verbrugghe said Canon’s presence with a 1,000 sq m stand will be covering a broad portfolio of production and wide format printing systems and solutions.

“This year, Canon’s attention will be focused on showcasing vertical market turnkey solutions and new ideas for applications based on our understanding of our customers’ needs and our commitment to adding real value to their business,” he said. “Canon is known for consistently developing superior professional print technology products, solutions and business development tools that help professional printers to evolve their businesses.

“During the event Canon will utilise Gulf Print & Pack 2013 as a platform to leverage its understanding of the Middle East print customer’s business requirements by providing customised solutions par excellence.”

Canon is the event’s gold sponsor and largest show partner.