16th INTERNATIONAL TRADE SHOW FOR PLASTICS, RECYCLING,PETROCHEMICALS, PACKAGING & RUBBER INDUSTRY

13 - 15 December 2023

POST SHOW REPORTOrganiser

International Associate

India Associate

Principal Sponsor

Platinum Sponsor

CONTENT
01

About ArabPlast

02

Factual Information

03

Glimpses of Opening Ceremony & VIP Tour

04

Exhibitor Participation Profile

05

Exhibitor Feedback

06

Business Visitor Statistics

07

Marketing, Advertising & PR

08

In-News

09

News Referrals

ArabPlast is the Region’s Premier Trade Show for
Plastics, Recycling, Petrochemicals, Packaging and RubberIndustry. It serves as a catalyst for business success, going
beyond being just an exhibition. ArabPlast 2023 uncovered
groundbreaking technologies that are reshaping the plastics,
recycling, petrochemicals & allied industries for a more sustainable & resilient
global ecosystem.
Nadhal Mohamed Kadar
General Manager
Al Fajer Information and Services

ArabPlast a gateway to the latest innovations in the plastics,
recycling and allied industries, spotlights UAE’s commitment,investments and significant progress for sustainable practices,
circular economy and tech progress in plastics and recycling
industries.
Mhd Rachid Mbayed
ArabPlast Exhibition ManagerAl Fajer Information and Services

PIONEERING EXCELLENCE IN PLASTICS & ALLIED INDUSTRIESARABPLAST stands tall as the Middle East's unrivaled trade fair, holding the esteemed title of
the region's largest and most inﬂuential platform dedicated to Plastics & Recycling,
Petrochemicals, Packaging, and Rubber. With each successive edition, the exponential
growth in global participation underscores ArabPlast's pivotal role as the paramountexhibition for unveiling products, pioneering innovations, showcasing cutting-edge
technologies, and fostering invaluable networking opportunities. Facilitating a nexus whereindustry leaders, innovators, and key stakeholders can explore and implement progressive
strategies, ARabPlast works as a catalyst for progress by providing a distinguished platform
for industry pioneers to present the latest advancements in material, processes andtechnologies.

In a world that is ardently transitioning towards
a more sustainable and environmentallyconscious economy, ArabPlast stands at theforefront bearing testament to the commitment
of industries in the Middle East and beyond.
The trade fair has become a hub to strengthenbusiness relationships, elevate collective
industry objectives, and to maintain anunwavering focus on sustainable development
to promote circular economy principles.

Factual Information
Frequency

EditionBiannual
No of Exhibitors&Co-Exhibitors

16th (32 Years)

No of Participating

CountryCountries

Pavilions35

11

Principal Sponsor

Platinum Sponsor

Platinum Sponsor

OQ
Oman

Advanced

Hitech Machinery

Saudi Arabia

UAE

750
Dates

13 – 15 December 2023

Timing10.00 am to 06.00 pm

No. of Halls

Hall No. 1 – 6

Exhibition Floor Space

23148 sqm

BIGGEST LOCAL STAND

Venue

Dubai International Convention
and Exhibition Centre

City / CountryDubai, United Arab Emirates

Hitech Machinery, UAE

Time: 11.30 am

OQ, Oman

No of Trade Visitors

No of Visiting Countries

30,006

134

Opening Ceremony
Date: 13th December 2023

BIGGEST INTERNATIONAL STAND

Hall No: 4

Guest of Honor: His Highness Sheikh Hasher bin Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum
Member of the Ruling Family & Chairman of Dubai Media Incorporated

Glimpses of Opening Ceremony & VIP TourDay 01 - 13th December 2023, 11.30 am

Exhibitor Participation Profile

32.67%
1.34%
19.08%

Proﬁle Breakdown
RAW MATERIALS AND AUXILIARIESMACHINERY & EQUIPMENTRECYCLING

PACKAGING

11%

10%

SPARES 4%

OTHERS

7%

32%

36%

46.91%

Exhibitor Feedback
Objectives of Participation

On-spot Machine Sales
Machines from Taiwan - 100%

Others - 19%

7%

OTHERS

7%

EXPLORE POSSIBILITIES OF JOINT VENTURES

DIRECT SALES

13%

SHOWCASE EXISTING PRODUCTS/SERVICES

16%

SOURCE NEW CLIENTSBRAND IMAGE

15%

MAINTAIN CONTACT WITH EXISTING CLIENTS19%

INTRODUCE NEW PRODUCT/SERVICE/TECHNOLOGY

21%

2%

Realization of Objectives
Important for Business

Quality of Business Visitors

92%

98%

Met or Exceeded ROI

Deals Sign

83%

7%

88% of Exhibitors showed interest to re-exhibit in Y2025

Business Visitor Statistics
DayDay 1Day 2Day 3Show Timing
10 am - 6 pm
10 am - 6 pm
10 am - 5 pm

No of Global Visitors
7,068
11,233
11,705

12%
43%

3%

Source of Information
Trade Magazines &Subscriptions

22%

16%

4%

Role in Decision-making

Purpose of Business Visit

Others4%17%
Distributorship

33%
Direct Invitation

New suppliers-Global market research-

Forge alliances-Seek dealerships

39%

13%
10%
8%
4%

5%
OTHERS-R&DNetworking with industry leaders

58%

18%

FREE ZONE-19%

IMPORTER

Know-how and application of new technologies

PROCUREMENT-Exhibition Rating

21%

CEO/GM/SENIOR MANAGEMENT

Opportunity to source new products

36%
Inﬂuencing Responsibilty

Profession of Business Visitor

ENTREPRENEUR-27%
Sole Responsibility

37%
Joint Reponsibility

36%
Make New Contacts

38%
Email Invitation

Factors Inﬂuencing Business Visit

28%
Maintain BusinessContact

19%
Industry Updates &Market Research

GOVERNMENT

14%
outh
Word of M

REPRESENTATIVE/AGENT

11%

2%

2.7%
EXCELLENTVERY GOOD

GOOD

0.3%
AVERAGEMarketing, Advertising & PR
PR Value: US$ 2,062,193Database Strength: 1,942,323+
Global Partners - 8

PROMOTIONS
64 Email campaigns

01

22 Trade Magazine Advertisements

02

03

04

GOOGLE ADS
Impressions 7,912,386

Clicks: 349,372

Video Views: 126,019

CTR: 4.42%

LINKEDIN
Impressions: 1,186,712
Reach: 297,831

FACEBOOK & INSTAGRAM
Impressions: 3,413,567
Reach: 2,009,780

05

TIKTOK
Impressions: 1,852,480
Reach: 991,946

Social Media: 72000+ Followers
Media Partners : 35

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