SGI Dubai, the Middle East and Africa's premier sign and graphic imaging expo, concluded its successful 26th edition with a dazzling showcase of cutting-edge printing and signage innovations worth over US$200 million. The event, inaugurated by Her Excellency Mona Ghanem Al Marri, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council, and the esteemed President of the Dubai Press Club, brought together industry leaders from across the globe. As the curtains came down on this year's expo, anticipation for the 27th edition in 2024 grows, promising an even larger and more impactful gathering of printing and signage professionals.
The 26th edition of SGI Dubai featured notable multinational leaders from the USA, South Korea, China, UAE, India, Turkey, and South Africa who showcased their state-of-the-art products and avant-garde solutions. Manufacturers, local & regional distributors joined over with 200+ Brands, presented their cutting-edge equipment and innovations.
Abdul Rahman Falaknaz, the visionary Chairman of IEC, reflected on the event's significance, stating, "We've meticulously nurtured this event over decades, and SGI Dubai stands not just as a B2B exhibition but as a thriving innovation ecosystem that interlinks brilliant minds spanning diverse industries. The printing and signage sector's demand is rebounding, pointing towards growth - a trend we've witnessed since inception."
SGI Dubai's role as a colossal trading spectacle remained unrivaled, attracting sign-makers, print production powerhouses, gift and promotion leaders, media houses, mall owners, automotive and real-estate visionaries, and stakeholders from the hospitality and tourism sectors. Additionally, the event drew 3D printing industry leaders, architectural pioneers, brand leaders, and image architects, all contributing to the vibrant tapestry of printing, signage, and imaging domains.
"Famed as the leader of trade expos for the printing and signage sector, SGI Dubai has an illustrious history of drawing a global cadre of trade visitors. This platform seamlessly synergizes brands and revolutionary concepts, attracting both international and regional decision makers. Year-after-year, international and regional brands support the industry with machines that are valued at over $200 million, empowering businesses to ride the crest of the latest technological wave," added Falaknaz.
In addition to the resounding success of SGI Dubai 2023, we are thrilled to highlight the tremendous international participation that enriched this year's exhibition. Notably, exhibitors from China and South Korea played a pivotal role in elevating the event to new heights. Their presence introduced a wealth of cutting-edge technologies and innovations that left an indelible mark on the show. These global visionaries brought forth state-of-the-art products and innovative solutions, contributing significantly to the vibrant tapestry of printing, signage, and imaging domains showcased at SGI Dubai 2023.
Over the years, SGI Dubai's enduring legacy has delivered unparalleled return on investment for both exhibitors and trade visitors alike, with a staggering percentage of trade visitors transacting direct orders amidst the show's engaging platform.
Looking ahead, Mr. Falaknaz expressed his excitement for the future of the printing industry in the Middle East and Africa, stating, "Embarking on the cusp of immense potential, the Middle East and Africa emerge as the cradle of expansive growth for the large format printing industry. Manufacturers in this realm ought to seize the moment, making their mark in the 2023 edition to seize these burgeoning opportunities. The African contingent, an embodiment of optimism, is poised to grace our event in remarkable numbers. As tradition dictates, our spectacle shall lay the bedrock for the industry's future, steadfastly championing the aspirations of thousands of earnest trade visitors looking for the latest in large format printing, textile printing, retail evolution, LED marvels, digital signage, and the avant-garde universe of associated technologies."
The industry's gaze now shifts to the eagerly awaited 27th edition in September 2024, promising to be larger and more dynamic, embodying the spirit of innovation and collaboration that defines the event.
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