Arabplast 2025 exhibition takes off with key market players, techs

Sheikh Hasher Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Media Incorporated on Tuesday inaugurated the activities of the “Arabplast 2025” exhibition, at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre.

This is the largest exhibition for plastics, petrochemicals, rubber, sustainable industries and the circular economy in the Middle East and North Africa region.

Sheikh Hasher Al Maktoum toured the exhibition, which includes 12 international pavilions, including the pavilions of the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Germany, Italy, China and India, in addition to major Gulf pavilions. He learned about the latest technologies on display, which contribute to supporting the plastics and petrochemical industries, and listened to an explanation about the development of these industries from officials of major companies representing various Gulf, Arab and European countries.

Sheikh Hasher Al Maktoum said that holding the exhibition in Dubai in its 17th session reflects Dubai’s leading position as a distinguished destination for organising major exhibitions, a major player in serving industry, modern technologies, industrial and economic partnerships. The emirate is a centre that brings together industrial cadres, businessmen and investors with their various interests and fields of work.

He added that the Arabplast Exhibition gains its importance as it supports the petrochemical, plastic and rubber industries, which are a major driver of economic growth in various countries around the world. In addition, it enhances international partnerships in these industries and provides a strategic platform for participants and visitors to explore pioneering solutions and advanced technologies that contribute to the development of this vital field.

Sheikh Hasher Al Maktoum praised the global status of Arab Plast and the increasing number of countries participating in its activities year after year. He also praised the exhibition’s keenness in its new session to support sustainability practices in the petrochemical and plastics industry, benefit from environmentally friendly technologies, and support recycling and circular economy plans.

Nidal Mohammed Kadar, the exhibition manager, said that more than 750 exhibitors from 35 Arab, European and Asian countries are participating in the exhibition, which will continue until January 9, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Austria, China, Egypt, Germany, Italy, India, South Korea, Switzerland, Vietnam and Jordan.

He added that the petrochemicals and components derived from oil and gas are used in all kinds of everyday products including packaging, plastics, clothing, detergents and tyres. Citing a study conducted by the International Energy Agency, he said that petrochemicals have become the largest driver of global demand for oil.

He stated that the plastics and petrochemical industries will be one of the leading sectors driving the economies of oil-producing countries in the coming years.

Meanwhile, OQ, Oman’s global integrated energy group, has unveiled Luban LL-8446.21, an advanced rotomoulding-grade polymer designed to tackle critical water scarcity challenges. Launched at Arabplast 2025, this solution is tailored to meet the water and food storage needs of communities worldwide, particularly in regions facing severe resource shortages.

Providing Practical Solutions to a Global Challenge Water scarcity is an escalating global crisis, with billions of people already impacted and the situation expected to worsen due to population growth and climate change. Luban LL-8446.21 offers a practical solution, enabling the production of durable water tanks. Designed for long-term use, this LLDPE grade provides long-term reliability in water-stressed regions.

“Water scarcity remains one of the most pressing challenges of our time, and Luban LL-8446.21 reflects our commitment to addressing this issue with solutions that benefit communities and industries,” said Abdul Rahman Al Tamtami, Vice President of Global Marketing at OQ.

Key Features supporting water security: Rotomoulded articles produced from OQ Luban LL-8446.21 offer excellent environmental stress crack resistance (ESCR) and weatherability, making them a sustainable alternative to other materials. Key sustainability features include:

• Durability: Designed for extended use in harsh environments, Luban LL-8446.21 ensures consistent performance, making it suitable for water tanks, agricultural storage, and other critical applications.

• Lower Carbon Footprint: Advanced processing features, such as reduced cooking times, enable significant energy savings for manufacturers, translating into reduced carbon emissions.

• Energy Efficiency: Lightweight and resource-efficient, it reduces energy consumption during production, transport, and installation.

• Food-Safe Applications: Meeting food contact safety standards, Luban LL-8446.21 supports secure storage of water, agricultural and food products essential for daily life.

• Recyclability: Designed for ease of recovery and recycling, the product supports circular economy principles, minimizing its environmental footprint.

Recognized for Excellence: Oman Energy Association (OPAL) Best Practices Nomination The combination of Luban LL-8446.21’s exceptional qualities and applications have earned OQ a nomination for the prestigious 2024 OPAL Best Practices Award.

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