(MENAFN- Mid-East Info) Gulf 4P 2025 to Drive Growth in Plastics, Packaging, Printing & Petrochemicals at Dhahran Expo

The 2nd edition of Gulf 4P is set to take place from 08–11 December 2025 in Dammam, co-located with CIDEX 2025, CTW Saudi, and Mach & Tools Saudi 2025.

Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – Gulf 4P, the International Exhibition for Plastics, Packaging, Printing & Petrochemicals, returns for its second edition at the Dhahran International Exhibition Centre (Dhahran Expo).

Positioned as the region's leading platform for industrial innovations and advancement, Gulf 4P 2025 will unite global manufacturers, suppliers, converters, brand owners, distributors, investors, and industry professionals. The event will showcase cutting-edge products, breakthrough technologies, and innovative solutions across the entire plastics, packaging, printing, and petrochemicals value chain.

Saudi Arabia: A High-Growth Industrial Powerhouse

The Saudi economy is the largest in the Gulf and MENA regions and continues to attract large-scale industrial investments. Driven by an unprecedented boom in industrial manufacturing, the Kingdom's industrial sector is targeted to contribute 21% of GDP by 2030.

Saudi Arabia is the largest plastics and petrochemicals producer in the Gulf, accounting for more than 67% of total GCC petrochemicals capacity. Between 2018 and 2022, petrochemicals capacity grew at a 12% compound annual growth rate, reaching 90 million tons, while the Kingdom's packaging and printing industries are expanding at around 12% annually, commanding an estimated 70% market share across the entire GCC region.

Against this backdrop, Gulf 4P provides both international and regional businesses with a timely gateway to new customers, distributors and strategic partners in a rapidly expanding market.

Exhibition Scale and Key Features

Gulf 4P 2025 is expected to host:

• 150+ exhibitors
• 1,000+ innovative products and solutions
• Companies and delegations from 12 countries
• 1,000+ pre-scheduled B2B meetings
• 6,000+ professional visitors
• 15 conferences and technical sessions

The four-day exhibition and conference will focus on machinery and equipment, raw materials and resins, processing technologies, packaging solutions, printing systems, recycling and sustainability, and integrated petrochemical solutions. A structured B2B matchmaking programme will enable participants to secure new partnerships, distribution agreements and investment opportunities.

Co-Located Shows Creating Cross-Sector Synergies

Gulf 4P 2025 will be co-located with three complementary events at Dhahran Expo, creating a comprehensive sourcing and networking hub:

• CIDEX 2025 – A focused platform for construction, infrastructure and development solutions.
• CTW Saudi – 3rd Edition – Connecting international exporters with Saudi buyers across multiple industrial and consumer sectors.
• Mach & Tools Saudi 2025 – 2nd Edition – Dedicated to industrial machinery, tools and equipment supporting the Kingdom's fast-growing manufacturing base.

Together, these events will attract a broad spectrum of stakeholders from industrial manufacturing, construction, trade, logistics, energy and related sectors.

Strategic Partners

Gulf 4P 2025 is proud to collaborate with three key Strategic Partners, whose contribution significantly enhances the show's international reach, technical depth and business impact:

• Asharqia Chamber
• China Refrigeration (CRH)
• Beijing International Exhibition Center Co., Ltd.

About Beijing International Exhibition Center Co., Ltd.

Beijing International Exhibition Center Co., Ltd. is a municipal state-owned enterprise and one of China's most recognised exhibition organisers and co-organisers. The company is a subsidiary of Beijing Capital Group Exhibitions & Events Co., Ltd. Its legacy dates back to the establishment of the Beijing International Exhibition Center in 1985 under the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT Beijing). Leveraging decades of experience, the organisation has played a leading role in creating influential trade fairs across multiple sectors and facilitating international business cooperation.

About China Refrigeration ( CRH)

Launched in 1987, China Refrigeration (CRH) is recognised as one of the world's most influential exhibitions for the HVAC&R industry. Over the past 38 years, CRH has evolved into a premier professional platform that unites industry experts, global manufacturers, solution providers and innovators. The exhibition drives technological advancement, enhances international collaboration and promotes sustainable development across refrigeration, air-conditioning, heating and related sectors.

About Asharqia Chamber

Founded in 1958, Asharqia Chamber is one of the most prominent business support institutions in Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province. The Chamber plays a pivotal role in developing the private sector, empowering local industries and advocating for the interests of enterprises of all sizes. Through services, initiatives and advocacy programmes, Asharqia Chamber helps create a supportive ecosystem for trade and investment across key sectors including manufacturing, logistics, energy and services, reinforcing the economic leadership of the Eastern Province.

The strategic collaboration with Asharqia Chamber, China Refrigeration (CRH) and Beijing International Exhibition Center Co., Ltd. strengthens Gulf 4P 2025 by combining deep local market access, global technology leadership and strong China – Saudi business linkages. Attendees and visitors will benefit from a wider and more advanced range of technologies and products, high-quality Saudi and international buyers and decision makers, and richer, more technical conference content. Exhibitors gain targeted industrial visitor traffic, enhanced international visibility and stronger ROI through curated Chinese and regional pavilions, structured B2B matchmaking, delegation programmes and long-term cooperation opportunities in supply, manufacturing and technology transfer.

Partners & Supporters

Gulf 4P 2025 is backed by a strong line-up of Partners & Supporters, reflecting the event's strategic relevance to trade and industry:

• Warwick Hotel
• CONCEPT EXPO Co.
• Turkey Ministry of Trade
• Ibuychem China
• Engineering Export Promotion Council (EEPC) India
• Iberian Trade Fairs
• Italian Fair Service
• International Trade Council
• Made-in-China

These organisations play a key role in strengthening international participation, supporting delegations and enhancing trade flows between Saudi Arabia and global markets.

Media Partners

To ensure strong visibility and coverage across regional and international audiences, Gulf 4P 2025 is supported by an extensive network of Media Partners from A-Z:

Al Circle, Afrique Media, Asian Aussie Business, ExpoTobi, Eye of Riyadh, Eye of Riyadh, Executive Chronicles, Finance World Magazine, Gazet International, Industry Events, International Business Africa, Looking Plas, MidEast Info, NegoSentro, Plastic Industry, Start Up News, Technology News PH, The Business Year, The Technology Express, Trade Travel Journal, World Executive Digest

This media alliance will highlight exhibitor innovations, investment opportunities, conference insights and key outcomes from the show.

Trade professionals, manufacturers, exporters, importers, distributors, agents, procurement leaders and investors from across the plastics, packaging, printing and petrochemicals ecosystem are invited to attend Gulf 4P 2025 and its co-located events.

Visitor registration is now open.
Industry stakeholders are encouraged to pre-register online to secure fast-track access to the exhibition halls, conferences and B2B matchmaking programme:

Gulf 4P Registration:

CTW Saudi Arabia:

Mach & Tools:

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