Paper Arabia 2026

About

The Middle East's paper, board, tissue, and hygiene industry has been growing steadily, and Paper Arabia 2026 is the event that brings the entire sector together in one place. Held at the Dubai World Trade Centre, it is the region's dedicated platform for the paper and pulp industry, and its reputation as a serious trade gathering has made it an essential date in the calendar for manufacturers, suppliers, and buyers operating across the MENA market.

 Paper Arabia 2026 covers the full breadth of the industry, spanning paper, board, tissue, hygiene products, nonwoven, disposable, and pulp, making it th gateway to one of the fastest-growing markets in the world for anyone in this space. The event draws professionals who are serious about doing business, with pre-scheduled meetings between exhibitors and visitors making it easy to make the most of every hour on the floor.

 With 120 exhibitors from 28 countries and an expected 7,500 visitors, Paper Arabia punches well above its weight in terms of international reach. Dubai's infrastructure plays a big part in that. The city sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population and serves as a key logistics hub connecting East and West, giving the show a naturally global audience.

 A highlight of the 2026 edition is the return of CIDPEX Middle East, now in its second edition. This specialised segment focuses on the entire tissue paper value chain from raw materials to finished products, with a particular spotlight on the newest sustainable solutions in the tissue paper sector and the latest innovations in nonwoven and hygiene. As demand for eco-friendly, responsibly produced paper goods continues to rise across the region, this strand of the show is drawing more attention than ever.

 The exhibit profile is comprehensive, covering everything from paper chemicals and mill machinery to converting equipment, nonwoven textiles, and printing technology. For anyone with a stake in this industry, Paper Arabia 2026 is where relationships are built, deals are struck, and the regional market comes into sharp focus.