Introductory Message
IMPZ Promotes Cluster Environment for Media Production Companies at Drupa 2008 in Germany
June 01, 2008
The International Media Production Zone (IMPZ), a member of TECOM Investments, is participating at Drupa 2008, the world’s largest print, media, publishing and converting technologies fair, to highlight its resounding success in creating a unique cluster environment for global media production companies from across the industry value chain.
The current edition of the print media fair, organised once every four years is being held in Düsseldorf, Germany, from 29 May - 11 June, hosting 1,800 exhibitors from across the globe over 170,000 square meters of floor space. IMPZ is sharing the stand with its business partner Ali Alhashemi Trading Establishment, leading suppliers of printing machinery and consumables in the Middle East.
Hamad Al Huraiz, Executive Director of IMPZ, said: “IMPZ is privileged to be a part of Drupa. The event serves as a crucial platform for gaining information and hands-on analysis on the latest printing technologies entering the market. We also look forward to sharing our successful experience in the Middle East’s print industry with other participants, particularly with industry leaders from Europe.
“We are optimistic our participation along with an established industry player such as Ali Alhashemi Trading Establishment will open up fresh avenues for growth in the international market, paving the way for Dubai to consolidate its status as a hub for all media segments.”
Established in 1950, Ali Alhashemi Trading Establishment deals with a spectrum of printing equipment, providing a comprehensive solution for the entire industry.
Prem Naseer, Group General Manager of Ali Alhashemi Trading Establishment, said: "Through our participation at Drupa 2008, we will seek to establish fresh contacts with suppliers from Europe and other parts of the world. It will also update us on the latest products and market trends, enabling us to strengthen our service to the existing regional customers.
“In addition, our association with IMPZ further illustrates our commitment to supporting the media production cluster for the growth of the overall industry.”
Drupa 2008 is focusing on the themes of cross-industry digitalization, automation in the classical printing methods, digital printing processes and integrated production through workflow networks. Messe Düsseldorf, organizers of the fair, are hosting revolutionary new technologies in the field of the graphics art industry. The event is focusing on showcasing “All-in” solutions that demonstrate the possibilities of integrating various new innovations in the printing technology field into single, optimised total workflow chains.
With an initial investment of around AED1.6 billion, the Dubai-based IMPZ is the only free zone in the world that is dedicated to the printing, publishing, packaging (3P) and graphics art industries. With competitive business incentives ranging from 100 per cent ownership of businesses to complete tax exemption, it offers investors access to the finest media resources, cutting-edge technologies and advanced production amenities across its 43 million sq ft facility.