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GPP 2026

Ricoh targets growth with next-

gen production technologies

I Graphic Communications, Emerging Markets Group EMEA, dis-
n this interview, Dennis Moll, Commercial Director, Ricoh

cusses Ricoh’s strategic priorities, latest technology innovations,
and the key opportunities shaping the print and packaging land-
scape across MENA ahead of the Gulf Print & Pack 2026.

Q: What are your main objectives for exhibiting at Gulf Print
& Pack this year?
Our primary objective is to reinforce our leadership position across
the region by demonstrating how we help print and packaging busi-
nesses grow profitably. Gulf Print & Pack is a key platform for engaging
with decision makers, strengthening partnerships, and translating
innovation into real commercial value.
We are focused on quality conversations, qualified opportunities,
and long term collaboration rather than just visibility. The GPP is the
perfect platform to display Co-innovation and connect with our busi-
ness partners and prospects.
Q: Which new technologies or solutions are you most excited Dennis Moll, Commercial Director, RGC, Emerging Markets Group EMEA
to showcase, and why are they particularly relevant in today’s
market? The GCC and wider MENA markets continue to show strong momen-
We are showcasing next generation production technologies tum, driven by retail expansion, packaging localisation, government diver-
designed for higher productivity, automation, and operational effi- sification strategies, and growing demand for high quality printed
ciency. These solutions directly address today’s market pressures of materials. In 2026, we see significant opportunities in commercial print,
rising costs, shorter turnaround times, and the growing demand for packaging, and industrial applications - especially with clients upgrading
consistent, premium output. from legacy systems to more automated, future-ready production environ-
Ricoh is thrilled to launch the RICOH MediaMax kit at GPP. The ments that empower their offset to digital journeys.
industry leading customisation kit enables the RICOH Pro™ C9500
digital colour sheetfed press to print on a range of Ricoh approved Q: How do you plan to engage with potential partners or custom-
paper thicknesses of up to 800 microns. ers before, during, and after the show?
In addition, we will display our latest generation sheetfed devices, Engagement starts well before the exhibition through targeted outreach
headlined by the RICOH Pro™ C5400, along with the fast and precise and scheduled meetings. During the show, we focus on live demonstra-
colour matching capabilities of the Ricoh Auto Color Adjuster (RACA). tions, real world use cases, and executive level discussions. Post event,
our priority is fast follow-up focused on turning interest into concrete pro-
Q: What key trends do you expect will dominate conversa- jects through consultations, site visits, and tailored business proposals.
tions at this year’s show? Consistency before, during, and after the show is critical to building trust.
We expect strong focus on automation, workflow integration, and
sustainability driven efficiency. Clients are increasingly asking how to Q: From a strategic perspective, what are your company’s priori-
do more with fewer resources - whether that means reduced waste, ties for the next 12–24 months?
lower energy consumption, or smarter production planning. Another Our priorities are clear: accelerate growth in high value segments,
major trend is the shift from transactional purchasing to solution deepen strategic partnerships, and continue investing in technology that
based partnerships that deliver measurable ROI. delivers measurable client success. We are also focused on expanding ser-
This will go hand in hand with our print on demand solution for vice excellence, strengthening regional coverage, and helping clients
book printing, that supports operations making their offset to digital future proof their businesses in an increasingly competitive and fast evolv-
transformation. ing market.
Inkjet will play a key role for our future as you can see from our growing
Q: What specific opportunities are you seeing across the GCC portfolio that includes the high speed RICOH Pro™ VC80000 and the B2
and wider MENA print and packaging markets in 2026? sheetfed RICOH Pro™ Z75.

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