The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is stepping into a new era as per the Saudi Vision 2030, with the diversified industrial development being an essential pillar in this process, and the major catalyst toward the transformation from an oil based economy to an economy based on the diversification of income sources to build a sustainable future empowered by diversity and attraction of foreign investment. In this context, it is important to highlight the strategic plan developed by the government for the Saudi petrochemical sector production capacity that is expected to reach 126 billion tons by 2020, which implies a strategic significance towards supporting the local industries that should be accompanied by acquiring expertise in more developed sectors and industries. Thus the importance for specialized events that address these issues and support these sectors' rise. The Saudi Print and Pack and Plastics and Petrochemicals (PPPP) show is a major event that has developed an integrated platform to showcase the industrial prosperity of the plastic, petrochemicals, print and packaging industries and to highlight the industrial and commercial opportunities to a specialized audience of engineers, and decision makers and businessmen. The former success achieved by this show in 2016 was not by chance, it was the result of hard work that was translated into various commercial deals that was concluded locally and internationally during the show, and the great increase in the number of visitors and officials from different countries, in addition to the wide interest recorded by the participation of more the 540 companies from 24 countries, who gathered under one roof to discuss the latest trends and products in these sectors. In continuation of this success, preparations are underway to launch the 14th edition of the Saudi Plastics and Petrochemicals and the Saudi Print and Pack show which will take place in the Jeddah Center for forums and events on Feb. 27 to March 2, 2017. The show, which is organized by Riyadh Exhibitions Company is certified by UFI, The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, and sponsored by Saudi Polymers as a platinum sponsor, offers a great opportunity for market leaders to gather and discuss the development of these sectors and latest trends to further support their development plans. Kamil Jawhari, Riyadh Exhibitions Company, said "the Saudi plastics, petrochemicals, print and packaging industries witnessed considerable growth in terms of production capacity and the associated companies are working towards enhancing their competitiveness through presenting latest products and services as per the international standards." He added "in an attempt to target the main cities in the Kingdom, Riyadh Exhibitions Company organizes this show in Riyadh and Jeddah consecutively, thus contributing to the development process through giving companies the opportunity to communicate and network with their international peers that will facilitate knowledge transfer and to be aligned with government's efforts and vision." Moreover, Jawhari said "we look forward to set an exemplar by adopting to international standards while organizing successful trade shows that urge us to outperform in each edition for the best interest of our participants." The 14th edition of the Saudi Plastics and Petrochemicals and the Saudi Print and Pack is being organized by Riyadh Exhibitions Co. Ltd., which is specialized in organizing exhibitions, conferences and other trade events. The company caters to several activities for various economic sectors. Throughout its 35 years, REC has organized more than 440 unique and successful shows and conferences renowned for their innovation, professionalism and attention to details. REC boasts an international presence, supported by over 120 commercial & industrial bodies from more than 50 countries. Regionally, REC dominates with its wide range of events programs, serving 20 economic and financial sectors in the Middle East. REC's leading events are certified by UFI. Riyadh Exhibitions Co. Ltd is a Saudi company specialized in organizing exhibitions, conferences and other trade events. The company caters to several activities for various economic sectors. Throughout its 35 years, REC has organized more than 440 unique and successful shows and conferences renowned for their innovation, professionalism and attention to details. REC boasts an international presence, supported by over 120 commercial & industrial bodies from more than 50 countries. Regionally, REC dominates with its wide range of events programs, serving 20 economic and financial sectors in the Middle East. REC's leading events are certified by UFI.
