Leading industry suppliers bring latest innovations to Gulf Print and Pack 2013

Registration is now open for what is the MENA region's only dedicated event for the printing and packaging markets.

Gulf Print & Pack 2013 is set to attract 9,000 show visitors as it is aimed at commercial and packaging printers, brand owners and designers.

There will be over 300 exhibitors participating 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, commented, "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'll 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."

"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 be showcasing 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. Canon's presence with a 1000 sq. meters stand will be covering a broad portfolio of production and wide format printing systems and solutions at Gulf Print & Pack 2013," said Hendrik Verbrugghe, marketing director, Canon Middle East.

Verbrugghe added, "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. 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 utilize Gulf Print & Pack 2013 as a platform to leverage its understanding of the Middle East print customer's business requirements by providing customized solutions par excellence."