An event that cements Dubai's position as a leading center for food technology

Gulfood returns with direct attendance with the participation of 1250 entities from 55 countries

Gulfood will be launched at the Dubai World Trade Center from the seventh to the ninth of November.

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Gulfood Manufacturing, the largest exhibition of its kind in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia for the food and beverage industry, its processing, packaging and logistics, revealed the launch of this year's edition of the exhibition, at the Dubai World Trade Center, from the seventh to the ninth of next November, with an international presence. A large number of 55 countries, at a time when the exhibition is expected to witness a wide interaction, with its return to receive visitors with direct attendance, as well as being held via digital broadcasts.

Dubai's position

A statement issued yesterday confirmed that the event enhances Dubai's position as a leading center for food technology, and confirms its commitment to developing the sector by supporting economic diversification efforts. Shaping the future of the sector, as it was held after the UAE launched the "300 billion project", which aims to double the contribution of the light and heavy industries sector to the GDP within 10 years, to reach 300 billion dirhams (i.e. $81.6 billion) by 2031. .

The 2021 edition of the exhibition highlights the most pressing issues facing the sector, including sustainable packaging solutions, automation, and challenges facing the global supply chain for the food and beverage sector.

exceptional opportunity

Executive Vice President of Events Management at the Dubai World Trade Center, Trixie LohMirmand, said that Gulfood Manufacturing provides an exceptional opportunity for participants and attendees to learn about the latest trends and innovations that are reshaping the food industry around the world, including robotic packaging solutions and integrated manufacturing innovations. and components that are manufactured by technology solutions.

She added that the exhibition supports smart innovations in the food and beverage industry, which is clearly reflected in the turnout of the most important brands in the sector, which seek to invest the exhibition as a platform to shape the future of the sector, face challenges and meet the increasing rates of demand for automation.

casual sides

The list of exhibitors includes international institutions in the manufacturing, food processing and packaging sector around the world, to highlight the latest developments in the field of production, including the trend towards adopting interactive robots, and laser machine vision devices used to check the dimensions of packages.

A wide range of the largest companies in the sector confirmed their participation, including: Schneider Electronics, GEA, Crones, Cargill Tate, Lyle and Multivac.

thoughtful return

In turn, the UAE-based AIPAC Packaging Company, which specializes in the production of sterile packaging materials for products such as milk, juices, cheese, tomato paste, and others, praised the well-thought-out return to the exhibition, and the great opportunities it attracts to meet the challenges facing the sector.

Robin Rizk, head of sales and marketing at AIPAC, said: “The return of (Gulfood Manufacturing) is more important than ever after the (Covid-19) crisis, especially as it presents us with the best opportunity to confront many challenges and respond to emerging trends by reviewing The latest and safest packaging materials on the market,” anticipating the great success of the event in a safe and prosperous environment.

3 specialized events

Three specialized events will be launched at the Dubai World Trade Center, along with Gulfood Manufacturing, to meet all the needs of the food sector supply chain system: the exhibition of private brands and licensing in the Middle East, and "Yamex Middle East", the largest exhibition of sweets and snacks. In the region, the "Festival of Specialty Food".

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