A marked increase in art and cultural events in the region and an
increase in consumer interest in handmade, unique products is
driving demand, according to the latest research
Paperworld Middle East, the largest international trade show for
stationery, paper and office supplies, returns to the Dubai World
Trade Centre from 12-14 November
Dubai, UAE: The Middle East and Africa Hobby, Craft, and Art Supplies
Market will be spotlighted at the forthcoming Paperworld Middle East
exhibition. According to 6W research, the sector is expected to grow to
over US$934 million by 2030 at a Compound Annual Growth Rate
(CAGR) of 4.4%.
The significant growth is attributed to the substantial increase in the
number of events celebrating art and culture in the region, such as the
Dubai Government’s Sikka Art and Design Festival, a flagship showcase
of the Dubai Art Season. This festival includes outdoor installations, art
exhibitions, and workshops where the supplies are utilised.
The Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, slated to launch in 2025, the Diriyah
Contemporary Art Biennale in Saudi Arabia, as well as more
contemporary offerings such as the music, art, and lifestyle festival, Sole
DXB, and Africa Celebrates, a five-day event welcoming participants
from throughout Africa, as well as the African diaspora, with exhibitors
showcasing locally made products, are further creating demand for
hobby, craft and art supplies.
Syed Ali Akbar, Show Director for Paperworld Middle East and
Gifts and Lifestyle Middle East, said: “The UAE, and the wider Middle
East and Africa region, has seen a surge in the number of events
celebrating the rich tradition and tapestry through art and cultural events.
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“This is having a major impact on the value of the hobby, craft and art
supplies market, and as such, we are seeing an increase in exhibitors
showcasing the latest products, including pens used for artistic drawing,
paints including watercolours, acrylics and oils, fabrics and materials for
textile arts, as well as different paper for drawing and origami.”
According to Value Market Research, globally, the Arts and Crafts
Market is expected to reach US$102 billion by 2032, almost double the
US$53 billion recorded in 2023. Trends positively shaping the market,
including the increasing popularity of e-commerce platforms that
facilitate direct artist-to-consumer sales, growing sustainability concerns
driving the demand for eco-friendly materials, and the seamless
integration of traditional craftsmanship with modern design sensibilities.
“As consumer preferences evolve towards personalised and culturally
significant goods, the arts and crafts market is expected to expand,
offering new opportunities for artisans and entrepreneurs globally,”
added Ali.
In line with the latest trends, Paperworld Middle East will launch the
Battle of the Brushes, an international competition to recognise the next
generation of leading artists. Held in partnership with Funun Arts Group,
the competition will cover four categories: abstract, realism,
pencil/charcoal, and watercolour.
Eight finalists will be selected during a three-month judging process and
will compete during a live painting challenge on the exhibition’s opening
day before the winners are crowned.
Paperworld Middle East is the largest international trade show for
stationery, paper, and office supplies. The theme is “Crafting Global
Connections,” highlighting the exhibition’s role as a global central hub for
the industry. The show features over 480 exhibitors from 40 countries
and is estimated to attract 12,000 visitors.
The event will showcase the full spectrum of paper products, including
office supplies, school articles, stationery supplies, writing instruments,
writing printing paper and arts and crafts products.
Paperworld Middle East is co-located with Gifts and Lifestyle Middle
East and is held in halls 3-8 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
More information is available at: www.paperworldme.com
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-ENDSAbout Paperworld Middle East
Paperworld Middle East brings together world-renowned brands, regional players, and
promising innovators for an exciting three-day showcase featuring products ranging
from office and school supplies to festive decorations and brandable merchandise. The
next edition of the show takes place from 12-14 November 2024 at Dubai World Trade
Centre, co-located with Gifts & Lifestyle Middle East.
To learn more please visit our website.
About Gifts & Lifestyle Middle East
Gifts & Lifestyle Middle East, a vibrant platform showcasing the latest trends in lifestyle,
accents, and gifts. Co-located with Paperworld Middle East from November 12–14,
2024, at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), the event is the region’s premier showcase
for mid- to high-end gift articles, baby and kid items, and lifestyle products.
For more information, please visit our website.
About Messe Frankfurt
The Messe Frankfurt Group is the world’s largest trade fair, congress and event
organiser with its own exhibition grounds. With a workforce of some 2,300 people at its
headquarters in Frankfurt am Main and in 28 subsidiaries, it organises events around the
world. Group sales in financial year 2023 were more than € 600 million. We serve our
customers’ business interests efficiently within the framework of our Fairs & Events,
Locations and Services business fields. One of Messe Frankfurt’s key strengths is its
powerful and closely knit global sales network, which covers around 180 countries in all
regions of the world. Our comprehensive range of services – both onsite and online –
ensures that customers worldwide enjoy consistently high quality and flexibility when
planning, organising and running their events. We are using our digital expertise to
develop new business models. The wide range of services includes renting exhibition
grounds, trade fair construction and marketing, personnel and food services.
Sustainability is a central pillar of our corporate strategy. Here, we strike a healthy
balance between ecological and economic interests, social responsibility and diversity.
For more information, please visit our website at: www.messefrankfurt.com/sustainability
With its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main, the company is owned by the City of
Frankfurt (60 percent) and the State of Hesse (40 percent).
Further information: www.messefrankfurt.com
About Messe Frankfurt Middle East
Messe Frankfurt Middle East’s portfolio of exhibitions includes: Paperworld Middle East,
Gifts & Lifestyle Middle East, Automechanika Dubai, Automechanika Riyadh,
Beautyworld Middle East, Beautyworld Saudi Arabia, Intersec, Intersec Saudi Arabia,
Logimotion, Light + Intelligent Building Middle East. In the 2023/24 event season, Messe
Frankfurt Middle East exhibitions combined featured 6,324 exhibitors from over 60
countries and attracted 224,106 visitors from 159 countries.
For more information, please visit our website
