Exhibitions & Trade Fairs

Perfume World Expo 2026 Set to Define the Future of Fragrance as the Premier Trade Event for the Middle East & Africa Strategically hosted in Cairo, the Expo will serve as the essential gateway for global brands, artisans, and distributors to access the booming MEA fragrance market. The art, business, and ancient legacy of scent will converge in Cairo as the Perfume World Expo establishes itself as the leading international trade event dedicated to perfumery, oud, and aromatic oils for the Middle East & Africa (MEA) region. The premier event will take place from January 3-5, 2026 at the Egypt Expo & Convention Authority (Hall 4). Market Insights While the global fragrance market continues to evolve, the Middle East and Africa remain its spiritual and commercial heartland. The Perfume World Expo is designed more than just an exhibition; it is a curated business experience where passion, legacy, and artistry meet high-level commerce. The event will provide a dynamic platform for global brands, smaller artisanal oud producers, oil distillers, and packaging solution providers to showcase their innovations to a targeted audience of buyers and industry leaders. The African perfumes and fragrances market is characterized by dynamism, intense cultural significance, and high growth potential. While currently smaller in total value compared to mature markets like Europe or North America, Africa represents one of the fastest-growing frontiers for the global beauty industry. The market is not monolithic; it is highly fragmented, with significant differences between North Africa (heavily influenced by Middle Eastern traditions like Oud) and Sub-Saharan Africa (a blend of Western influence, local traditions, and extreme price sensitivity). The outlook for the African fragrance market remains overwhelmingly positive. Growth will be driven by the formalization of retail, the expansion of e-commerce, and global brands increasingly tailoring their formulations and marketing strategies to the specific climate and cultural preferences of the African consumer. "We are thrilled to bring the Perfume World Expo to Cairo, a city that historically serves as the vital gateway connecting Africa, the Middle East, and Europe," said Dr. Raghda Reda, CEO and Founder RM Exhibitions & Conferences, organisers of Perfume World Expo 2026. "Egypt carries a timeless legacy in perfumery. By hosting this event here, we are honoring that tradition while simultaneously providing the most effective platform for modern brands to unlock immense growth opportunities in the region." A Gateway to Growth in the Fragrance Industry The Perfume World Expo is structured to deliver tangible return on investment for exhibitors and attendees through six key pillars of engagement: Unrivaled Networking & Community: The Expo will unite the fragmented supply chain, connecting manufacturers with retailers, and artisans with distributors to build a powerful professional network. Direct Face-to-Face Engagement: In an industry driven by sensory experience, the Expo facilitates meaningful, direct negotiations with key decision-makers that digital platforms cannot replicate. Actionable Learning & Insights: Attendees will gain exclusive access to the latest techniques, olfactory trends, and technological innovations shaping the future of the fragrance sector. Strategic Growth Opportunities: The event is designed to help brands identify ideal customer profiles and explore critical franchising or distribution partnerships essential for scaling operations. International Expansion Routes: Beyond domestic markets, the Expo provides a roadmap for international brands looking to penetrate the lucrative MEA market, and for regional brands seeking global export opportunities. Pre-Scheduled B2B Meetings: A dedicated matchmaking program will ensure highly efficient use of time, allowing participants to secure meetings with potential partners before they arrive in Cairo. Hosted Buyers Program The event will also launch a special Hosted Buyer Program, a VIP business matchmaking service connecting qualified international beauty buyers (importers, distributors, CEOs, etc.) with exhibitors at the Perfume World Expo 2026 to facilitate business, offering benefits like lounge access, dedicated support, exclusive networking, and matchmaking via the dedicated platform for high-level meetings and sourcing. Supported by Africa Business Pages, the official Media Partner of Perfume World Expo 2026, the Hosted Buyer Program will connect buyers and seller and promote direct B2B connections.  Hosted buyers will be provided: Four night accommodation at a 5-Star hotel (B&B) in Cairo Airport Transfers Transfers from Hotel to Exhibition Venue VIP Pass for VIP Hosted Buyers Lounge One-On-One Meetings with Exhibitors The Hosted Buyers Program is designed to streamline procurement and expand global reach for both buyers and sellers within the perfume and fragrances industry and will play an important role in promotion business-to-business interactions. Where Tradition Meets Innovation At Perfume World Expo, the floor will showcase where nature’s finest ingredients meet the hands of true artisans. Attendees will discover the spiritual roots and rich heritage of scent through curated displays and immersive sensory experiences, balancing ancient techniques with cutting-edge modern perfumery. Industry professionals, including perfumers, buyers, distributors, retailers, and media, are invited to save the dates for this definitive industry gathering. For registration information, exhibitor inquiries, or to learn more about the Perfume World Expo 2026, please contact the organizing team by clicking the button below. About Perfume World Expo: Perfume World Expo is the premier international trade show dedicated to the art and business of fragrances in the Middle East & Africa. It serves as the definitive platform for connecting global perfume brands, oud producers, and aromatic oil suppliers with key distributors, retailers, and enthusiasts across the region.

FESPA Middle East will be held in Dubai on 20 - 22 January 2025. The event will unite the printing and signage industries, providing senior professionals from across the region an opportunity to discover new technologies, applications, and consumables in digital printing and signage solutions from leading brands for a chance to discover the latest trends, network with industry peers and make valuable business connections. As this world-class regional speciality print & signage expo returns to Dubai, 20-22 January 2025, the event will be the meeting place for visionaries to explore the latest industry innovations and learn from leading global experts, providing you with ample opportunity to discover industry possibilities, and make investment decisions to grow your business. FESPA Middle East 2025 is a must for any business within the visual communications industry to keep up-to-date with innovations and develop growth strategies. Key brands such as Epson, CMYK, Mimaki, and Roland DG, will come together to showcase the very latest in wide format printing, digital printing, offset printing, textile printing, direct-to-garment printing, embroidery, signage, and much more. The event will provide a platform for technological innovation in digital wide format, screen and textile printing, as well as signage and visual communications. The digital printing market is set for stellar growth over the next 5 years: The GCC digital printing market alone is estimated to reach $1.16 billion by 2029, with a CAGR of 8.93% over the next five years (Source: Mordor Intelligence) Global printing industry sector is valued at $357 billion in 2023 and is expected to top $443 billion by 2028 (Source: Research and Markets) FESPA Middle East provides unrivalled access to leading speciality print and visual communications brands who will be displaying the latest technologies for wide format digital printing, textile printing, and signage industries, providing industry professionals from across the region a chance to discover the latest trends, network with peers and make valuable business connections. WORLD WRAP MASTERS During the event the World Wrap Masters competition will also be held in Dubai.  The series connects and celebrates the best wrap installers in the world and is the only truly international series of wrapping competitions, with events in every major continent.  SUSTAINABILITY SPOTLIGHT An important issue for us all, the Sustainability Spotlight will provide useful, informative and actionable advice for specialty printers looking to make their businesses more sustainable. This feature will consist of educational content and the opportunity to explore physical products in a unique showcase display. The conference topics are broad and include ideas to reduce costs by optimising energy and resources. WORKSHOPS & SESSIONS Education is at the heart of FESPA, allowing FESPA Middle East visitors an opportunity to discover industry advancements, future trends and learn key skills for their business. During FESPA Middle East there will be free workshops and sessions open for visitors to attend, including topics on colour management, sustainability, and more. Africa Business Pages is one of the Official Media Partners for Fespa Middle East 2025.         ABOUT FESPA FESPA is a global federation of national associations for the screen printing, digital printing and textile printing community. Founded in 1962, FESPA is a global federation of Associations for the wide format printing community supporting the speciality print sector. This includes all its stakeholder groups by supplying relevant information and events to help them sustain and grow their businesses, scope new technologies, explore market opportunities and push the boundaries of print. FESPA provide a range of global exhibitions, educational events and market intelligence covering digital printing, screen printing, textile printing, garment decoration and signage to a worldwide audience, in addition to supporting local projects delivered via our trade Associations. FESPA organises the leading exhibitions and conferences for this community. Since its inception over 60 years ago, FESPA has been supporting the print community via successful exhibitions, events and publications, providing education and networking opportunities. PROFIT FOR PURPOSE FESPA’s successful worldwide events generate profits which are reinvested for the benefit of the global print community. Via its network of national associations, FESPA supports hundreds of projects each year to educate and grow the industry.  

Gulf Print & Pack is the leading print technology sourcing show for printers and Print Service Providers (PSPs) from across the Middle East and North Africa. The exhibition cover all the fastest growing market segments, including educational and children’s books, photobooks, direct mail, posters, banners, digitally-printed textiles and display graphics. There are more opportunities in print now than ever before. At Gulf Print & Pack you will discover solutions to help grow your business in the new world of print. Whether you’re choosing machinery or materials, it is vital you feel confident about your decisions. The best way to do this is to see all the options together in one place. You can also view live demonstrations that include: Multi-substrate presses Multi-process ink systems Digital presses - wide and narrow format Web-to-print software Laser die cutting 3D Printing Smart labels and packaging RFID Pre-press and plate making Decoration solutions Opportunities for African Visitors The global printers market is expected to experience substantial growth, with an estimated value of over US$ 235.3 million by the end of 2031. This indicates a promising future for printing in Africa, as it presents ample opportunities for industry players to tap into a growing market and seize these emerging possibilities. The printing industry's growth globally and within Africa signifies the industry's resilience and willingness to embrace advancements in order to meet the evolving needs of businesses and consumers. As trends and technologies continue to shape the future of printing, the industry is well-positioned to unlock new opportunities and drive further innovation in the years to come. As the digital printing industry continues to evolve and gain momentum in Africa, it is expected to bring about numerous advantages. For instance, digital printing can significantly reduce waste by allowing businesses to print the exact quantity required, thereby minimizing excess inventory. Additionally, it enables the personalization of printed materials, helping businesses create more engaging and targeted content for their audiences. Why Visit Gulf Print & Pack When you visit Gulf Print & Pack you can hear the noise of the machinery in operation, feel the texture of the substrates and see the print quality for yourself. Displaying the newest in multi-substrate presses, wide and narrow format digital presses, laser die-cutting, smart labels/packaging, and software, Gulf Print & Pack is aimed primarily at printers, service providers, brand owners and designers. With exhibitors from over 20 countries, this trade show is unique with regards to range and depth of products available. Hear the noise of machinery in action, view the various components, feel the substrate textures, learn about the latest cutting-edge technology, expand your connections and discover all the answers to your print and packaging dilemmas. Gulf Print & Pack 2024 is not only a show for printers from the MENA region. Exhibitors use the show to bring printers and PSPs from across continental Africa, South Asia and South Europe to view their latest machinery, materials and software launches. This is helped by Dubai’s easy access visa system from these countries. Gulf Print & Pack helps by working with local print associations and in arranging one-to-one meetings. The next edition of Gulf Print & Pack will take place from 9 - 11 January 2024 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.