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FESPA Middle East returns to Dubai

FESPA Middle East will help businesses capitalise on on the ground in Riyadh,
return to the Dubai growth and shape the indus- Saudi Arabia. Staying true to
Exhibition Centre from try’s future. its promise of delivering
13–15 January 2026, build- The event programme will high-value education across
ing on its rapid rise as the include the return of the the region, the FLEX initia-
Middle East’s leading plat- FESPA Leadership Exchange tive continues to equip print-
form for speciality print, sig- (FLEX), the Sustainability ers and visual
nage and textile decoration. Spotlight, and an expanded communications profession-
Following a strong 2025 edi- AI Education Lab, FESPA AI als with cutting-edge knowl-
tion that attracted 2,700 vis- Clinic, featuring real-world edge, global insights, and
itors from 80 countries and demonstrations of AI appli- practical strategies for busi-
more than 100 exhibitors, cations. Live features such as ness growth.
the 2026 event is expected World Wrap Masters Middle Through sustained rein-
to welcome 3,000 visitors East and wrap demonstra- vestment in local markets,
and 125 exhibitors and tions will spotlight skill and FESPA is building stronger
brands—representing an creativity in vinyl and film industry linkages by con-
11% increase in attendance applications. necting the community with
and a 25% rise in exhibitors Visitor registration for world-class educators, inter-
year-on-year. The growth FESPA Middle East 2026 is national expertise, and
reflects increasing regional still open, with free entry regional success stories.
and international demand FESPA Middle East set for record return from 13-15 January 2026 available using promo code Looking ahead, FESPA is
for a focused marketplace to US$917 million by 2030, Manager (Middle East & FMEN603. preparing to welcome part-
connect, learn and invest. while Market Research Africa), FESPA, said the fig- Recently, FESPA marked ners and industry peers to
Market fundamentals another milestone in its com- FESPA Middle East 2026 in
continue to support this Future estimates the GCC ures underline both opportu- mitment to the MEASA print Dubai, a dedicated platform
momentum. Research from digital signage market will nity and urgency for the and visual communications designed to inspire innova-
Grand View Research fore- reach US$842 million by sector. He noted that FESPA sector with the latest edition tion, foster meaningful con-
casts the UAE’s digital print- 2035. Middle East combines tech- of the FESPA Leadership nections, and accelerate
ing market to grow from Commenting on the out- nology showcases, education Exchange (FLEX) growth for the entire print
US$655.5 million in 2023 to look, Bazil Cassim, Regional and global networking to Conference Series 2025, held and signage ecosystem.

NOAF named distributor for Cosmo Films’ Green Graphics Film

India-based Cosmo Films vent, eco-solvent, UV and HP graphics community and
has appointed NOAF as the Latex printing systems, and highlight sustainable media
authorised distributor of its an outdoor warranty of one solutions for the region’s
Green Graphics Film range year, with durability extend-
in the UAE, marking a stra- ing up to two years. growing print market.
tegic partnership aimed at As part of the agreement, Established in 1981,
strengthening access to sus- NOAF will maintain consist- Cosmo First Limited is a
tainable print media across ent stock availability of publicly listed global con-
the region. The appointment Green Graphics Film in the
underscores Cosmo Films’ UAE, ensuring reliable sup- glomerate with businesses
growing focus on environ- ply for regional converters spanning Cosmo Films,
mentally responsible solu- and printers. Cosmo Speciality
tions for the visual Cosmo Films and NOAF Chemicals, Zigly and the
communications and graph- Cosmo Films names NOAF as UAE distributor of Green Graphics Film will jointly showcase the
ics market, while leveraging alternative to conventional with reduced environmental Green Graphics Film portfo- Cosmo Foundation. Cosmo
NOAF’s established distribu- PVC-based media. impact. lio at FESPA Middle East, Films’ sustainability creden-
tion network and market Manufactured in India, the Key features include taking place from 13–15 tials include ISCC Plus,
expertise in the UAE. January 2026 at the Dubai EcoVadis Silver, ISO 9001,
Cosmo Films’ Green product is recyclable, light- water-based acrylic adhesive Exhibition Centre. The exhi- ISO 14001 and BRC certifi-
Graphics Film is a PVC-free weight and phthalate- and technology for strong adhe- bition will serve as a key plat-
printable label stock film, halogen-free, offering high- sion with lower solvent form to engage with the cations for food and non-
designed as a sustainable quality print performance usage, compatibility with sol- Middle East’s signage and food applications.

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