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Austrian group Cobod s 3D construction printing technology is helping restore marine biodiversity in Danish harbors by enabling large-scale deployment of artificial reef modules. In partnership with StoneReefs (part of 3DCP Group) the custom-designed modules are printed on a Cobod BOD2 3D Construction printer and are installed in several harbours across Denmark with more locations to follow. Crew installs 3D printed StoneReefs modules on a steel sheet piling quay wall. The modules fit within the wall indentations adding underwater habitat without interrupting daily harbour operations. The Danish group said BOD2 printer enables custom reef-textured modules that integrate seamlessly into quay sheet pile walls without disrupting port operations Modern ports rely on vertical steel sheet pile walls that are efficient for docking but harsh on...

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) has earned ISO 13485:2016 certification for its 3D Printing Services Department. This ISO certification represents the highest global standards for quality management systems in the design and manufacture of medical devices. It reflects the KFSHRC s strength in delivering innovative custom-made solutions in complex clinical settings with rigorous quality control and assurance said the Saudi facility in a statement. KFSHRC s 3D Printing Services Department has become a cornerstone of the hospital s precision healthcare ecosystem. The department uses advanced additive manufacturing to produce patient-specific anatomical models surgical guides prosthetics and implants to improve surgical planning reduce intraoperative risks and augment clinical outcomes it stated. In 2023 the department produced o...

The global 3D printing industry in construction is revolutionising the sector and capturing the attention of investors worldwide. With its transformative potential to reduce costs accelerate timelines and enhance sustainability the 3D buildings industry is emerging as a pivotal driver of innovation and economic growth said a top industry expert. 3DXB Group a leader in advanced 3D printing solutions is at the forefront of this exciting evolution leveraging cutting-edge technology to redefine the future of construction. As the demand for cost-efficient eco-friendly and scalable construction solutions surges investors are increasingly recognizing the value proposition of 3D printing in construction. The industry s ability to disrupt traditional building methods coupled with its alignment with sustainability and urbani...

Diyar Al Muharraq Bahrain s largest real estate developer has signed a partnership agreement with China National Electric Engineering Company (CNEEC) to evaluate the feasibility of adopting 3D printing technology in the construction and development of real estate projects. This initiative aims to assess the efficiency effectiveness and compatibility of this technology with Bahrain s real estate market the developer said. Through this step Diyar Al Muharraq seeks to evaluate the sustainability of this innovative technology as a viable solution to enhance the construction quality of its projects while reducing costs time and material waste. This aligns with Diyar s commitment to providing affordable and sustainable green buildings it said. As part of the study CNEEC will construct a residential unit using 3D printing technology un...

Tenaui a leader in digital commercial printing solutions in the Saudi Arabian printing market recently inaugurated the largest digital commercial printing press in the Middle East. Located in Ali Ibn Al Mufaddal And Noor Riyadh 14271 the state-of-the-art Tenaui Commercial Digital Printing Centre is the first-of-its-kind facility in the kingdom. The centre is powered by Canon s latest inkjet technology that meets the Saudi market s diverse and growing digital print needs. This landmark facility represents a strategic investment in Saudi Arabia s printing industry aligning with the kingdom s Vision 2030 goals for economic diversification and technological advancement. Digital revolution The Saudi Arabian printing market is experiencing a digital revolution with exponential growth dri...

The construction industry in the GCC which hosts the world s largest 3D-printed villa is poised to witness a transformation with the increasing use of 3D printing. This technology unlocks potential for design innovation efficiency and sustainability a top official of 3DXB Group tells Gulf Construction. 3D construction printing technology will fundamentally transform the building industry in the Arabian Gulf region within the next five to 10 years according to Badar Rashid AlBlooshi Chairman of 3DXB Group a leading innovator in 3D printing construction solutions. Dubai s ambitious target of having 25 per cent of new buildings 3D printed by 2030 along with similar initiatives in Saudi Arabia and other Gulf countries underscores this transformative potential AlBlooshi says in an exclusive interview with Gulf Construction s Bina Goveas. 3D printing offers a ...

Retail media advertising spend is forecast to reach 153.3 billion worldwide in 2024 according to WARC s latest analysis. The continued growth is fuelled by advances in off-site targeting as commerce data infuses into non-retail environments. All the while Amazon continues to tighten its grip on the retail media market. WARC Digital Commerce has published its annual report looking at the trends having an outsized impact on the future of this dynamic and hyper-competitive space. Gregory Grudzinski Reports Editor WARC Digital Commerce and author of the study says: Following the explosion of digital commerce onto the advertising landscape this report looks at trends in four areas that are having a profound impact on the future of this fast-growing and complex space to provide an overarching view of what the future holds and what marketers need to do today to prepare for it. /div...

Epson is set to revolutionise the GCC manufacturing landscape with its advanced label printing solutions catering to diverse sectors including pharmaceuticals chemicals food & beverage and logistics. Showcasing during Gulf Print & Pack from January 9 to 11 2024 Epson s range of industrial and commercial printers addresses the evolving needs of the region s growing non-energy GDP sector. Labelling and packaging make a key contribution to some of the region s most dynamic sectors. In Abu Dhabi the economic department is targeting at least 100 new manufacturing operations in 2024 alone while Saudi Arabia s food and beverage manufacturing and processing sector is projected to reach a size of SR50 billion ( 13.3 billion) by 2025. Labelling is also essential for the pharmaceutical and logistics sectors supporting branding and user safety. ...

EasyCars a leading automotive software provider has unveiled an industry-first innovation that is set to revolutionise the way dealerships create compelling ads. Vehicle Advertising AI the latest feature harnesses the power of artificial intelligence to make generating ad copy a breeze. One can say goodbye to the hassle of manual input and say hello to ads that grab attention and deliver exceptional results. Vehicle Advertising AI is poised to be a game-changer for dealerships of all sizes. With just one click Vehicle Advertising AI enables dealerships to effortlessly craft ad copy that not only captures attention but also produces outstanding results. No more hours spent on writing ad content. Creating eye-catching persuasive ads is now as simple as a click. Target audience Vehicle Advertising AI unders...

Dubai Municipality (DM) has launched the world s first system for certification and conformity marks in the field of 3D printing in the construction industry. This will serve as a proactive measure to streamline procedures and improve the quality of concrete mixes used in factories licensed and operating in Dubai. The step plays a pivotal role in advancing Dubai s leading position as the world s first city to adopt a conformity marking strategy for 3D printers used for construction and regulate this cutting-edge and sustainable construction technology. Dawoud Al Hajri Director General of DM said: The certification and conformity mark system for factories and entities operating in the field of 3D printing for construction has been comprehensively established in alignment with Dubai Municipality s proactive vision. This system embraces international best practices to provide exce...

Driven by growing consumer demand and a surge in businesses setting up base or relocating to Saudi Arabia in line with Vision 2030 the Saudi imaging market is set to quadruple in size by 2030 according to a study. In Canon s most recent study titled State of the Middle East Print Industry printers were surveyed about the top prospects for print industry growth within the region. Notably 66% of respondents highlighted Saudi Arabia as the leading candidate for such growth. Wide format printing and book printing represent promising growth applications. 75% of regional printers see growth in wide format graphics 66% see opportunity in book printing and 40% see it in commercial printing it said. The study is based on recent reports historical sales data prevailing market trends and local expert insights from Canon Middle East & Turkey. During a partner...

ADC Acquisition Corporation (ADC) the UAE s first special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) has entered into an agreement with ADQ Developmental Holding to acquire Abu Dhabi-based United Printing & Publishing Sole Proprietorship (UPP). Established by ADQ and Chimera Investments in April 2022 ADC is a SPAC mandated to identify a scalable high growth business with attractive valuations. Following the business combination UPP will become a publicly listed company on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) a significant milestone which will mark the region s first successful SPAC merger process a statement said. As consideration for the contribution of UPP to ADC ADQ will be issued 62.3 million new Class A shares in ADC for an issue price of AED10 per share implying an equity value of AED623 million ( 169.62 million) for UPP. Post merger ADQ will remain the single largest shareholder i...

3DXB Group the pioneering provider of 3D building solutions for the construction sector has been honoured with the prestigious Sustainable 3D Printing Company of the Year award as part of the Sustainability Innovation Awards 2023. This recognition was officially announced during the recently concluded gala event held at Sofitel The Palm. The Sustainability Innovation Awards 2023 a highly respected event cast a spotlight on outstanding accomplishments and contributions to sustainability initiatives across diverse sectors in the Middle East. These awards serve as a platform to celebrate individual excellence corporate leadership and the successful implementation of projects that are propelling sustainability and innovation to unprecedented levels. Resolute commitment This award acknowledges t...

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) has announced its research and development centre has filed a new patent on an innovative device that enhances the process of melting and extruding raw metal materials to the construction platform. The device also maintains the optimum temperature required to handle raw metal materials in 3D printing. It also improves the performance of 3D printers by reducing the cost of printing and energy consumption. The extrusion device can be attached and detached from the 3D printer it stated. On the key achievement MD and CEO Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer commended the R&D Centre for its contribution in developing 3D printing and enhancing its competitiveness. These patents he stated support Dewa s efforts to develop an advanced infrastructure and specialised software in 3D printing and additive ...

Benefit Bahrain s leading fintech company has announced a partnership with MediaZone a subsidiary of Gulf Media International Bahrain (GMI) to provide marketing and advertising agency services. MediaZone will serve as an intermediary between Benefit and third parties seeking to market their products and services on Benefit s mobile application BenefitPay. MediaZone was chosen for this initiative as a result of their proven expertise in offering marketing solutions as well as their ability to ensure the seamless integration of advertisements within the app. Innovative advertising spaces The agreement will present innovative advertising spaces for those looking to market their products and/or services through the BenefitPay application. This partnership allows Benefit to leverage th...

The 3D printing revolution is set to reshape the outdoor living experience and open up new realms of creative possibilities. In recent years 3D printing technology has been making waves across various industries from healthcare to automotive. Now it s poised to revolutionise another unexpected domain: outdoor furniture writes Badar Rashid AlBlooshi Chairman of 3DXB Group. With its limitless possibilities 3D printing has the potential to transform the way we design manufacture and experience outdoor furniture. Let s explore how 3D printing is all set to reshape the outdoor furniture landscape. Pushing boundaries One of the most significant advantages of 3D printing is its ability to unleash design freedom. Traditional manufacturing methods often impose limitations on complex shapes and i...

Petal Ads a leading advertising platform by Huawei Mobile Services has introduced a whole new world of advertising opportunities and unrivalled targeting capabilities to Saudi Arabia. The Petal Ads Roadshow 2023 an exclusive event hosted at the luxurious Park Hyatt Jeddah in partnership with Social Clinic a Petal Ads Certified Partner evoked the interest of Saudi advertisers agencies and media professionals seeking to maximise their budgets. At Al Sohba Hall Park Hyatt s magnificent sea-view venue Petal Ads specialists revealed the platform s most recent innovative features and shared remarkable regional success stories. With more than 730 million global active Huawei device users and over 580 million monthly active Huawei Mobile Services (HMS) users Petal Ads is the perfect platform for advertisers looking to expand their reach to a massive untapped audience. &nbsp...

As part of its ongoing efforts to provide students with unique learning opportunities Abu Dhabi University s (ADU) has inaugurated a 3D Concrete Printing Research Lab within its campus. The Lab which was set up by the ADU s College of Engineering features advanced 3D printing technologies that will contribute to the prototyping of concrete structures. The technology enables the creation of intricate shapes and designs that would be difficult to achieve using traditional construction methods said a statement from ADU. 3D printing technology enables creative and unique building designs. In addition it promotes sustainable construction practices by enabling precise measurements and minimum waste of raw materials during the construction process and reducing energy consumption compared to traditional construction methods due to the decreased need for transportation ...

UAE-based Tawazun Council said it has signed an agreement with Saab a leading defence and security company in the UAE to establish a sovereign additive manufacturing capability (3D printing) for the UAE Air Force and Air Defence (AFAD) with the goal of efficiently designing and manufacturing spare parts. The deal is aimed at meeting several of the policy guidelines outlined as part of Tawazun s Economic Programme objectives including providing strategic benefits to the UAE encouraging knowledge transfer building new capabilities creating employment opportunities for UAE nationals and targeting aerospace and additive manufacturing as priority sectors. The agreement was signed at Tawazun Chalet by Abdullah Saif Al Awani Chief Economic Programme Officer at Tawazun Council and Anna-Karin Rosén Managing Director of Saab in the UAE in the presence of a number of senior officials. &n...

Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy one of the three chambers operating under Dubai Chambers has organised an interactive workshop for representatives of leading 3D printing companies to discuss challenges and opportunities and set recommendations to boost the sector s competitiveness and potential for growth. The workshop is in line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE Ruler of Dubai to strengthen the emirate s position as a global capital for the digital economy. It welcomed Omar Sultan Al Olama Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Remote Work Applications Chairman of the Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy among its participants. Held at the Dubai Chambers headquarters the interactive workshop forms part of a new initiative by the Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy to organise a series of workshop...

Media and advertising will go back to the basics as they face a brighter and more informed audience that cheap promotional videos cannot sway says Dubai-born and based Nested VFX a post-production and visual effects studio. Nested VFX has come up with the top five trends that will shape media and advertising in 2023: Trend 1: Back to basics and traditional advertising Post-Covid a trend to go back to producing high-end quality commercials and shows started to take shape in the region and based on Nested VFX s predictions one can anticipate this trend to take complete form in 2023. Long gone are both masks (hopefully) cutting corners and production budgets. Brands today understand that they now face a brighter and more informed audience that cheap promotional videos cannot sway. In order to g...

The Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park (SRTIP) is increasing the investment in 3D printing with the goal of promoting innovation in a number of sectors and industries including the crucial manufacturing sector. With the UAE becoming a global competitor in the field of 3D printing Sharjah is steadily moving toward taking a frontline position in this field reported Wam. SRTI Park as part of its ambition to be the hub for 3D printing technology has built a unique structure on its premises using 3D- technology which is one of the prominent technologies of the Fourth Industrial Revolution related to construction. 3D printing is a priority area in our investment plan for 2023 because we see great potential for transforming the manufacturing sector through this technology. Integrating 3D printing into production processes reduces costs and eases logisti...

SHEIN an online retailer of fashion beauty and lifestyle products adopting digital thermal transfer printing with the goal of accelerating printing efficiencies and reducing the environmental impact of textile manufacturing. SHEIN has reached a new milestone in its multi-year strategic plan to transition a significant amount of its printed products away from traditional screen printing in favor of less water-intensive printing methods. Since the start of this initiative in December 2018 SHEIN has converted over 50% of its directly sourced prints to use digital thermal transfer printing. This technique lends itself to SHEIN s small-batch production process helping to cut down on inventory waste and conserve resources from the start. Range of benefits While more expensive than traditional screen p...

Some 41% of survey respondents say additive manufacturing is helping them to achieve their sustainable development goals while 33% believe that budget is the main factor restricting wider adoption of 3D printing. About 84% of respondents are optimistic about the future of additive manufacturing even as 63% of respondents want to identify options for recycling 3D printed parts says the 8th edition of The State of 3D Printing Report by Sculpteo the leader in 3D printing and digital manufacturing. Every year Sculpteo gathers additive manufacturing industry data which it then analyses to highlight key trends in this fast-growing industry. International in scope This year s report is international in scope with the majority of respondents based in Europe (63%) and the US (23%). The main users of 3D printe...

The Special Economic Zone at Duqm (Sezad) has launched construction works using the 3D printing technology to build a residential unit in the Fishermen s Village and a café in the Tourist Zone in the Special Economic Zone at Duqm. Saif bin Nasser Al Busaidi Manager of Projects Management Department at Oman Company for the Development of the Special Economic Zone at Duqm (Tatweer Duqm) pointed out that the project includes building café over an area of 101 sq m and a residential unit to be built on 72 sq m of land in the Fishermen s Village. The construction process will take around a few days to build the café using 3D printing technology marking a remarkable change in the construction sector in comparison with the traditional building process. In addition to the record time of construction when using 3D building technology it does not require having the concrete beams for the building structure. Rath...

Yazle a global digital media company that specializes in innovative and creative digital advertising campaigns has signed an agreement with Aswaaq to provide exclusive digital out-of-home (DOOH) services at its retail outlets based in Dubai. This is the first fully exclusive Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH) partnership that focuses on bringing premium relevant advertising to the local Emirati communities. A pioneering local brand Aswaaq delivers a top-quality retail experience in a friendly shopping environment. It has a widely recognised chain of retail supermarkets marts and malls online store and flourishing e-commerce presence. As per the agreement Yazle will be providing digital advertising at Aswaaq retail outlets based in Dubai. According to Yazle retail giants are using digital OOH to advertise on a large scale while achieving high...

Dubai Municipality has launched several technical activities centered around 3D printing technology - including building engineering consultancy building contracting and ready-mix concrete casting - in line with its new 3D Printing Strategy. This is an important step towards strengthening Dubai s leading position as the first city in the world to adopt a 3D printing strategy and regulate the usage of this advanced technology in the construction sector said a statement from the civic body. The new 3D Printing strategy which was launched by HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum UAE Vice President and Premier and Ruler of Dubai will see Dubai Municipality implement an integrated system to plan design and execution of construction and structural works using 3D printing technology. It will also ensure its use in accordance with approved engineering standards and sp...

Bentley Motors 3 million ( 3.93 million) investment to double its Additive Manufacturing (AM) capacity at the company s headquarters in Crewe England has enabled the firm to produce more than 15 000 components in 2021 alone. The state-of-the-art AM facility has been applied to a wide range of uses. This expansion will also enable Bentley to utilise advanced technology to create 3D printed vehicle components and even greater personalisation in customer cars. The investment of this nature in such an innovative process is yet another example of Bentley s vision to create a long-term sustainable business model and remain at the forefront of technological progress. Fastest developing technologies The AM systems convert 3D CAD models into physical components and is recognised as one of t...

Gulf Print & Pack the Mena region s leading trade show for the commercial and package print sectors from May 24 to 26 2022 at the Dubai World Trade Centre will bring together suppliers of the full range of printing equipment. This includes wide format roll and sheetfed digital presses label and flexible packaging converting equipment finishing and embellishing systems and print productivity software. Registration has opened for the show. Commenting Barry Killengrey Gulf Print & Pack show director said: The eagerly awaited return of Gulf Print & Pack will once again provide the ideal platform to network and conduct business between print industry peers. Visitors will be able to see the latest innovations and trends and absorb the wisdom from our innovators and industry influencers. Alongside a range of educational features ...

The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) is constructing the first government facilities using 3D printing technology including the Al Madam Court and District Attorney s Office in Sharjah. Yousef Abdullah Assistant Under-Secretary for Federal Infrastructure Projects Sector at the MoEI said this step is part of the ministry s efforts aimed at capitalising on the technologies of the Fourth Industrial Revolution especially 3D printing to support the country s goal to achieve sustainability and reduce construction waste. The ministry aims to promote the principles of innovation and sustainable development through harnessing smart technologies in an advanced way to reinforce the country s leading stature in the field of infrastructure projects he stated. The use of 3D printing technology which is the first of its kind in terms of constructi...

HiDubai a leading business discovery platform in the region has announced the beta launch of the first fully serviced digital advertising solutions for SMEs. SME Sales Booster and Sales Hero are two solutions that deliver guaranteed results for businesses addressing the most common challenge they face. After generating over three million business leads to SMEs in Dubai HiDubai is launching these new features targeted at companies looking to create more sales leads. The service aims to help companies achieve more sales and increased brand awareness for as low as AED349 ( 95) per month. It is a fully supported model covering digital strategy design PR and online campaigns. Abdul Baset Al Janahi Member of Board of Directors of Tejuri Com that runs HiDubai.com said: Our data science team frequently indicated that SMEs in Dubai are facing challenges in generating sales leads. We also under...

Saudi Research & Media Group (SRMG) leading integrated publishing company in the Middle East that owns more than 30 major media outlets has announced a content licensing deal with renowned Japanese publishing houses for Manga Arabia. The strategic partnership enables SRMG to establish official channels with Shogakukan Shueisha and Kadokawa to adapt and localise global content for Arab audiences. In line with the growing demand for manga art in Saudi Arabia the agreement will see specialists from across the four entities pool together resources and share expertise to ensure Manga Arabia s imaginative new Arabic content is purposeful safe and inspired by Arab cultural values ready to be consumed by all members of Arab families across diverse age groups. Commenting on the partnership Jomana Al-Rashid CEO of Saudi Research & Media Group said: &ldq...

Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (Rakez) recently joined forces with Falcon Technology International (FTI) and Electro Optical Systems (EOS) to organise a workshop on additive manufacturing (3D printing). Held at Falcon Technology International s headquarters in Al Hamra the event focused on showcasing how 3D printing helps manufacturing companies reduce costs while increasing production speed and innovation. The interactive session was hosted by German 3D printing experts Dil Nicolas Additive Manufacturing Consultant of EOS and Markus Glasser Senior Vice President of EOS who also conducted a live demonstration of the 3D printing process. Among the attendees at the event were senior executives representing various industries such as automotive consumer products manufacturing medical and pharmaceutical aerospace food production and infrastructure. We a...

Qatar s 3D printing market is projected to grow at a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.6% during 2021-2027 said 6Wresearch a premier one stop market intelligence and advisory centre in a new report. Sustainable development has been distinguished as one of the top preferences in Qatar s National Development Strategy said the report titled Qatar 3D Printing market (2020-2026F) . There has been brisky improvement in green building sector of the country with the emergence of many high standard sustainable constructions in recent years. However Covid-19 caused the slowdown in construction sector in 2020 but the decline has been mitigated by infrastructure related spending ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2022 continue extension of LNG capacity and fiscal and budgetary responses. Mansi Bisht Senior Research Analyst 6Wresearch said: On the basis of technology Selective Laser Sintering technology ...

UAE Vice President and Prime Minister HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum in his capacity as Ruler of Dubai issued a Decree No. (24) of 2021 regulating the use of 3D printing in the construction sector. Dubai Municipality is tasked with overseeing the implementation of the new Decree. The new legislation supports the emirate s strategic target to ensure that 25% of its buildings are constructed using 3D printing technology by 2030 reported state news agency Wam. The decree also aims to promote Dubai as a regional and global hub for the use of 3D printing technologies. Part of a broader plan to spur economic growth and promote adoption of advanced technologies in the emirate the new legislation seeks to enhance efficiencies in construction projects enhance the local industry s competitiveness reduce waste and attract leading companies in the sector to Dubai. A...

Material from post-production parts and scrap from the 3D printing process can be reused in large format additive manufacturing (LFAM) or processes such as injection molding or extrusion at amounts up to 100 percent a report said. Sabic a global leader in the chemical industry and Local Motors a next-generation vehicle manufacturer completed a joint study on the feasibility of recycling scrap thermoplastic parts and shavings from the 3D printing process. The study explored more sustainable alternatives to landfilling large printed parts in anticipation of wider adoption of LFAM. It included analyzing the printability and mechanical properties of Sabic s LNP THERMOCOMP AM reinforced compound used by Local Motors after being printed reclaimed ground and reprocessed into pellet form. As adoption of large format additive manufacturing accelerates it is essential to find sustainable alternatives to landfilling large ...

Dubai has announced plans to establish a specialised integrated 3D printing zone at the Expo 2020 venue. The new initiative is aimed at attracting entrepreneurs and investors into the emirate and provide opportunities for researchers to develop innovations using this 3D technology. Today we are launching the first specialised 3D printing zone to further support the implementation of Dubai s 3D printing strategy and develop this technology in the local market remarked Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council. He was addressing a key meeting of the Executive Council where he approved the establishment of a specialised integrated 3D printing zone at the Dubai Expo venue. The 3D printing zone aims to attract entrepreneurs and investors to Dubai and provide oppor...

Immensa Technology Labs a leading additive manufacturing (3D Printing) company in the region has been approved for additive manufacturing by Saudi Arabia s Ministry of Investments. This license represents the first of its kind to be issued in Saudi Arabia and is in line with Vision2030 and the National Industrial Development and Logistics Program (NIDLP) which is giving importance to industry 4.0 with Industrial 3D printing and attracting international companies like Immensa to the Kingdom to localize advanced manufacturing technologies Immensa is expanding its footprint and building its infrastructure in KSA to provide digital-inventory solutions to local and international oil & gas and manufacturing companies. The company has already acquired a 10 000 sq ft industrial additive manufacturing facility in Dammam and an office in Riyadh with a network of other industrial 3D printing hubs being planned across the country. b...

Tawazun Strategic Development Fund (SDF) and Titomic an Australian company have signed a collaboration agreement to assess the potential of setting up a joint venture industrial scale 3D manufacturing facility in the UAE. The proposed manufacturing unit will provide advanced 3D printing technologies for large products and components at industrial scale for a variety of industries mainly focusing on aerospace defense oil and gas and mining in the UAE said a statement. The advanced technology additive manufacturing (3D Printing) plant will employ next-generation Industry 4.0 methods and industrial-scale automated production using high-performance metal alloys including titanium for a variety of industry applications. In addition the 3D printing and manufacturing plant would also act as the distributor and after sale services center for Titomic products. &nbs...

GE Research GE Renewable Energy and LM Wind Power a GE Renewable Energy business were recently selected by the US Department of Energy to research the design and manufacture of 3-D printed wind turbine blades. The GE business units will partner with the Oakridge National Lab and the National Renewable Energy Lab on a 25-month 6.7 million project to develop and demonstrate an integrated additive manufacturing process for novel high- performance blade designs for the future of large rotors. The project will deliver a full-size blade tip ready to be structurally tested as well as three blade tips that will be installed on a wind turbine. The proposed project will focus on low-cost thermoplastic skin coupled with printed reinforcement. This project will advance the competitiveness of both onshore and offshore wind energy when commercialized by lowering manufacturing cost increasing supply chain flexibility providing lighter w...

An innovative 2PP 3D-printing system that is capable of manufacturing across 12 orders of magnitude with exceptional speed has hit the market enabling fabrication of polymeric microparts from the nano to centimeter range. Several customers from industry and academia recently bought the NanoOne system by UpNano GmbH from Vienna (Austria) a spin-out of the TU Wien. Thanks to the versatility of the machine s design all orders were individually tuned to customers specifications. Especially strong assets of the NanoOne are a high-power laser an optimized optical pathway the patented adaptive resolution technology and purpose developed algorithms for laser scanning. In the wake of this successful market entry the company also doubles the floor space in its Vienna headquarter and appointed a new Head of Global Sales who has a proven track record in th...

Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park (SRTI Park) has announced the opening of the first house built in the region with 3D printing technologies as per traditional architecture. Sharjah 24 which has been built in Arab design was completed in two weeks. On the key achievement Hussain Al Mahmoudi the CEO of SRTI Park said: We aspire by launching this technology to develop it in Sharjah and build more homes which will support the emirate s economy and its competitiveness in addition to activating the role of true partnership between the academic economic and private sectors. Al Mahmoudi said the project involved a large research programme between different universities especially the American University of Sharjah and in cooperation with the private sector and some international universities in Finland and research institutions in the Netherlands an...

JGroup a regional group of companies with a vast portfolio of subsidiaries and investments across the Middle East Europe Asia and United States has announced a strategic partnership with Blis the trusted leader in location-powered advertising and analytics. Through this partnership JGroup and Blis will leverage their combined strengths to help brands in the region understand reach and engage consumers to deliver measurable results. JGroup have added this new capability to its digital business because location-powered data is the most accurate indicator of real behaviour and intent at scale when compared with any other type of data and Blis Smart Platform provides unmatched transparency accuracy and scale. This partnership combines Blis tried and tested proprietary technologies and product suite with JGroup s extensive media network and influential digital assets in...

The debut Big 5 Digital Festival ended on a successful note featuring networking product showcases and knowledge sharing between thousands of industry professionals from around the world. During the four-day event the online edition of The Big 5 hosted representatives from over 500 construction brands and more than 130 expert speakers from 23 countries. Henrik Lund-Nielsen Founder & General Manager Cobod International A/S Denmark was the first of the panel to speak immediately looking at why the adoption of 3D printing is slow in the Middle East when compared to Europe. Pointing towards a more long-term thinking as the solution Nielsen said: People need to have a long term view of this technology. We see a lot of people wanting to buy printers and then make money straight away on the first build. Like this it will always be very difficult to be comp...

Immensa Technology Labs the region s leading additive manufacturing (3D Printing) company has announced its foray into the Saudi market through the acquisition of two leading 3D- printing companies in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Shakl3D and LayLabs. The move is part of Immensa s mandate to further extend its presence regionally and expand its reach and range of services to its clients in the Kingdom. Shakl3D and LayLabs were established in KSA in 2016 and 2018 respectively and are considered among the leading most developed 3D-printing companies in Saudi Arabia. The companies have been serving the oil and gas sector as well as other industrial and manufacturing sectors representing an alignment with what Immensa specialises as a company with extensive experience and capabilities. The partnership will create the largest most advanced 3D-printing platform...

Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) has announced the activation of the 3D Printing Strategic Alliance launched in July 2020 by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Crown Prince of Dubai Chairman of Dubai Executive Council and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of DFF. The activation was done during a virtual workshop that focused on 3D printing technology and its role in strengthening various economic sectors in the UAE and around the world a WAM report said. Engaging both the government and private sectors the virtual workshop drew more than 50 government officials CEOs industry stakeholders researchers and experts from ministries government departments global organisations startups and universities in the UAE and abroad. Abdulaziz Al Jaziri Deputy CEO of Dubai Future Foundation emphasised that the Strategic Alliance represents a worldwide network of gover...

Abu Dhabi s Multiply Marketing Consultancy has acquired a stake in US-based Yieldmo one of the world s fastest-growing digital advertising and attention analytics companies. Multiply which is fully owned by Abu Dhabi-listed International Holding Company (IHC) is pursuing growth opportunities through international partnerships and key investments. The investment in Yieldmo opens the door to collaboration to enhance Multiply s services which include branding marketing strategies advertising social media and market research. Backed by other premier investors such as Google Ventures and Union Square Ventures Yieldmo has developed a mobile advertising platform that captures insightful datasets which are then combined with machine learning capabilities to deliver a superior advertising experience for consumers and higher return on investment for clients. Our investment in Yieldmo is in line with o...

A high-power laser optimised optical pathway a patented adaptive resolution technology and smart algorithms for laser scanning has enabled UpNano a Vienna-based high-tech company to produce high-resolution 3D-printing as never seen before. Parts with nano- and microscale resolution can now be printed across 12 orders of magnitude within times never achieved previously. This has been accomplished by UpNano a spin-out of the TU Wien which developed a high-end 2-photon polymerization (2PP) 3D-printing system that can produce polymeric parts with a volume ranging from 100 to 1012 cubic micrometer. At the same time the printer allows for a nano- and microscale resolution the company said in a statement. Recently the company demonstrated this remarkable capability by printing four models of the Eiffel Tower ranging from 200 micrometers to 4 centimeters with perfect represe...

Canon Middle East (CME) is hosting a webinar in collaboration with ME Printer on August 25 at 11am (UAE time) to announce the results of an industry-first study on trends impacting the print industry. The Canon ME Printing Industry Market Study 2020 was conducted in partnership with Middle East Printer Magazine and aims to support print businesses looking to implement an informed and sustainable business strategy in a post-Covid world. During the webinar Canon ME will reveal the results of the study and will present an in-depth overview of the print market and the current state of the industry during Covid-19. The study will also look into the opportunities challenges and the latest market trends in the regional printing industry and more specifically the Gulf region. Furthermore the webinar will showcase the shift towards digitisation a move accelerated by the current situation. The study covered industry stakeholders...

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) has developed advanced infrastructure and specialised software in 3D printing and additive manufacturing reducing time and cost and improving efficiency and productivity. Dewa is the first organisation in the GCC to deploy the highly accurate Markforged Metalx 3D printing based on wire/filament a Dewa statement said. Dewa uses 3D printers to produce prototypes and spare parts for Dewa s generation transmission and distribution divisions and to support the digitisation of its inventory. The R&D Centre at the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park supports rapid prototyping through its 3D printer advanced features. It also provides technical solutions training knowledge sharing mechanical testing techno-economic analysis and research and development in additive manufacturing. The Centre includes Dewa s Robotics & Drone laboratory which is the first building in ...

Blackbird developer and seller of the market-leading cloud video editing platform has been chosen by Sky News Arabia for remote and collaborative cloud video editing and publishing of digital news content. Sky News Arabia is a 24-hour Arabic news channel broadcast across the Middle East and North Africa (Mena). With a free-to-air TV channel digital and audio platforms Sky News Arabia delivers analysis of both news from the Middle East and North Africa region and international news. The channel is broadcast to more than 50 million households in the Mena region. Sky News Arabia will use Blackbird to drive major video production efficiencies across a number of key workflows. Sky News Arabia s multi-site production teams in Abu Dhabi UAE and other locations will be able to collaboratively and remotely edit and publish news content live to social platforms including YouTube for its 1.25 million subscribers to ...

Immensa Technology Labs the UAE s leading additive manufacturing company expects the additive manufacturing and 3D printing sector in the UAE to triple every year to reach AED2.2 billion ( 598.97 million) by 2025. It also anticipates that the sector will add AED11 billion to the UAE s GDP in 2028 contributing to over 1.0% of the GDP and inducing it with around 3% of the 3D-printing global market share. This is due to the more advanced applications being developed and the growing number of organisations adopting the technology as well as the rapidly increasing demand from local and regional companies for 3D printing solutions. The forecast for the industry was recently established after the company represented by its CEO and Founder Fahmi Al Shawwa met with HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Dubai Future Foundat...

Atoms Lab an Omani emerging company incubated by the National Business Centre (NBC) has succeeded in manufacturing antimicrobial face shields through 3D printing technology. The company has used materials produced by nanotechnology by mixing polymer and copper to get the antimicrobial quality on the shield a statement said. Yumna Al Sharji CEO of Atoms Lab informed that during the first months of coronavirus pandemic the company has manufactured more than 1 000 face shields which were made available to beneficiaries inside the Sultanate and a quantity has been exported to the GCC countries. The company has also provided Ultimaker 3D printers to bodies and companies that have embarked on manufacturing of personal protective equipment (PPE) Al Sharji said. She noted that Atoms Lab e-store which sells electronic parts and requirements for Internet of Things projects also had an im...

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Crown Prince of Dubai and Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) board chairman today (July 6) launched the 3D Printing Strategic Alliance a first initiative of its kind in the world that creates a comprehensive network of government entities academia and 3D printing companies in the UAE and the world. Aimed at developing the UAE into a leading 3D printing manufacturing hub the strategic alliance seeks to produce a wide range of supplies products and services in vital sectors in order to meet market needs and achieve self-sufficiency. The launch ceremony was held at DFF s headquarters in Emirates Towers in the presence of Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum Chairman of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group; Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi Minister of Cabinet Affairs and The Future and DFF Vice Chairm...

Constantly evolving value chains market innovations and cutting-edge technology developments are pushing 3D printing into the mainstream market. This type of production has surged in recent years and a growing number of businesses use 3D printing solutions allowing them speed and flexibility while reducing costs. The global 3D printing industry revenue is expected to continue its surge 155 per cent hitting 40.8 billion in value by 2024 according to data gathered by LearnBonds. Prototype and proof of concept main reasons for using 3D printers 3D printing enables the production of complex shapes using less material than traditional manufacturing methods which is why it is widely used for small production runs prototyping small business and educational use. In 2020 the global 3D printing industry is expected to be worth 16 b...

In an ongoing effort to find innovative solutions to the challenges presented by the Covid-19 pandemic Mubadala Healthcare has reached out to NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) to utilise its 3D printing and Core Technology Platform capabilities to meet the growing demand for critical medical supplies. In a statement today Mubadala Healthcare said the aim of the initiative is to act proactively by meeting immediate needs but in a sustainable way. The new 3D printed masks will be similar to the top-rated N95 mask but reusable and with replacement filters it said. Hasan Jasem Al Nowais Senior VP at Mubadala Healthcare said: This collaboration is aligned with Mubadala Investment Company s #WeAreDedicated campaign launched as a Covid-19 response strategy to find ways to collaborate across diverse enterprises and sectors to protect the community and support the UAE governm...

Emerson has released the Daniel T-200 a titanium-housed transducer for its gas ultrasonic flow meter product line marking the first use of metal 3D printing to enhance the acoustic performance of ultrasonic flow meters in custody transfer applications. The T-200 s robust design provides increased reliability uptime and safety while achieving the highest accuracy class attainable in gas measurement the company said in a statement. In an ultrasonic flow meter transducers generate acoustic signals that are sent back and forth across the fluid stream. The arrival times of these signals determine the fluid flow velocity. Signal quality and strength are critical to measurement accuracy which is paramount in custody transfer applications. An error of only 0.1% can equate to hundreds of thousands of dollars annually in a large diameter high pressure pipeline. ...

Pratt & Whitney a division of United Technologies Corp revealed the industrialisation of the use of 3D-printing for an aero-engine component a first in the maintenance repair and overhaul (MRO) of commercial engines. The 3D-printed part is projected to be part of the repair process by mid-2020 at Pratt & Whitney s repair specialist in Singapore Component Aerospace Singapore said a statement. This innovative approach was the result of an integrative effort between Pratt & Whitney s engineering experts its repair specialist Component Aerospace Singapore in collaboration with the Land Systems arm of ST Engineering to deliver faster and flexible repair solutions to support Pratt & Whitney engines. The 3D-printed aero-engine component taps the production-level 3D capabilities at ST Engineering and strong domain knowledge in metal printing via a controlled process operationalized by Pratt & Whit...

Medical experts from Dubai Health Authority s Innovation Centre have collaborated with Sinterex an additive manufacturing healthcare specialist firm to bring 3D Printing to the point-of-care at DHA Hospitals-Rashid Latifa Dubai and Hatta Hospital. The newly opened 3D Printing Lab located at the DHA s Innovation Centre provides medical professionals at DHA with patient specific anatomical models allowing them to conduct detailed pre-operative analysis and to improve patient communication said a statement. The workflow starts with patient data acquisition typically from a CT or MRI scan. This patient data is then brought into medical image segmentation software which allows the physician to isolate the specific anatomical region of interest. This digital model is then converted into a 3D printable file and produced using the state-of-the -art 3D printers in the lab. Dr Farida Al Khaja CEO of Medical Support Services a...

Canon Emirates a leader in imaging and printing solutions is supporting the Dubai Airshow as its official printing partner being held in Dubai UAE. The Dubai Airshow is one of the world s leading aviation events set to attract 1 300 exhibitors and thousands of visitors this year showcasing the latest industry trends and the technology supporting its development. Canon s stand will provide printing facilities for exhibitors and visitors at its business centre. Additionally Canon will showcase Smart Cargo Solution Compliance Checker a digital online tool that speeds up cargo movement and flow by detecting data errors in air waybills said a statement. The system automatically inspects the content and format of a shipment s data it said. The solution is relevant to a broad range of customers in the logistics and transportation sector including airlines freight handlers cargo system providers a...

3D printing has tremendous potential in the oil and gas industry in delivering productivity gains according to a report by GlobalData a leading data and analytics company. GlobalData s latest report 3D Printing in Oil & Gas - Thematic Research reveals that the technology is expected to gain further market penetration and find new use cases with greater collaboration between industry and technology players in developing more purpose-built 3D printing materials and solutions. There is an aspiration to change the terminology around 3D printing to move beyond prototyping and think in terms of bigger volumes. The disruption in value chain means wider thinking more in terms of digital manufacturing than 3D printing. Also the wider idea of digitally manufacturing parts offers potentially much greater commercial success. The global focus on climate change and global warming are driving a greater sustainability focu...

UAE-based Immensa Technology Labs a leading additive manufacturing company has joined leading global companies that emphasise the 3D printing of functional production parts for the oil gas and maritime industries. The companies include Shell Equinor BP Total Rolls Royce Marine TechnipFMC and Vallourec as part of the Joint Innovation Programs (JIP). Managed by DNV GL and Berenschot the JIPs also comprise companies specialised in additive manufacturing such as Aidro SLM Solutions Additive Industries Voestalpine OCAS Ivaldi Group Quintus HIPtec University of Strathclyde and Siemens. The JIP aims to define clear requirements concerning parts manufactured by additive manufacturing (AM) for Oil & Gas (O&G) applications with Immensa s contribution to the JIPs stems from its technical expertise as an additive manufacturing fabricator. Fahmi Al Shawwa CEO of Immensa said: It gives us great pleasure to b...

The use of additive manufacturing or 3D printing is gradually increasing in the oil and gas industry says a report from GlobalData a leading data and analytics company. Currently accounting for less than 0.1% of the overall global manufacturing market which is currently valued at 12.7 trillion it is estimated that the 3D printing market will be worth 32bn by 2025 and over 60bn by 2030 says the report. 3D printing also promises enhanced operational efficiency and business growth for the oil and gas industry it said. GlobalData s latest thematic report 3D Printing in Oil & Gas states that 3D printing has emerged as one of the key enabling technologies in driving industrial productivity. Over the years 3D printing technology has become prominent in different industries and has significantly influenced automotive and aerosp...

The 3D printing market will be worth 32 billion by 2025 and over 60 billion by 2030 says GlobalData a leading data and analytics company. Additive manufacturing or 3D printing currently accounts for less than 0.1% of the overall global manufacturing market which is valued at 12.7 trillion. 3D printing also promises enhanced operational efficiency and business growth for the oil and gas industry according to the report. GlobalData s latest thematic report 3D Printing in Oil & Gas states that 3D printing has emerged as one of the key enabling technologies in driving industrial productivity. Over the years 3D printing technology has become prominent in different industries and has significantly influenced automotive and aerospace manufacturing. In the oil and gas sector some of the technology s...

Bahrain s leading business house Al Hilal Group which publishes several leading industry titles including TTN and also dabbles in exhibitions and IT celebrated 40 years of uninterrupted travel publishing earlier this year. A little over 40 years ago Al Hilal Publishing launched the very first travel trade magazine for the region Gulf Travel . Ronnie Middleton managing director of the group says At the time the region s travel and hospitality industry was in its infancy with just a clutch of hotels in each of the GCC countries and a limited number of airlines which used the Gulf airports as refuelling stops on their flights from Europe to the Far East. In the first few years of publication Gulf Travel served the needs of the immediate region s travel industry publishing news and articles about the region from writers based within the area. I...

The digital textile printing industry in the GCC is expected to see a market growth Dh20 billion ( 5.44 billion) by 2023 with a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.6 per cent triggered by the eCommerce industry and the exponential demand by the millennials and the rising GenZ population according to Smithers Pira. Due to the growing social media revolution every individual is currently looking at wearing something new in each of their individual social posts. Similar trends are visible in the home furnishing industry as well. SGI Dubai 2020 aims to bridge this gap by attracting several leading brands from across the globe to cater to this burgeoning demand in the Middle East and Africa region. Sharif Rahman CEO International Expo Consults said: Digital textile printing industry is a huge untapped market for the GCC players and it s the right time for them to grab these opportunities. ...

Global market for 3D printing in construction sector (including various technologies that use 3D printing as a core method to fabricate buildings or construction components) is poised for solid growth over the next six years with a compoud annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 16 per cent by 2025 according to a new report. The key 3D printing methods used at construction scale include extrusion (concrete/cement wax foam and polymers) powder bonding (polymer bond reactive bond sintering) and additive welding stated Report Consultant a high-end research group. Alternative terms are also in use such as Large Scale Additive Manufacturing (LSAM) or Freeform Construction (FC) also to refer to sub-groups such as 3D Concrete used to refer to concrete extrusion technologies it stated. The major players in this field are: Yingchuang Building Technique (Winsun) Xtreee Monolite UK Apis Cor Centro Sviluppo Progetti (CSP) Cybe Constru...

The use of 3D printing technology in the healthcare sector has the potential to transform lives for the better experts said at a conference in Dubai UAE. Health professionals discussed processes applications and the conditions for adopting 3D printing at the seventh edition of Dubai Science Park (DSP) Advance Health networking event which also witnessed an interactive demonstration of 3D printing in action said a Wam news agency report. Titled How 3D Printing Is Transforming Health the event organised in partnership with Synapse Medical Services a healthcare administration company and Connect Communications a strategic healthcare communications agency featured panellists from the Dubai Health Authority Aetrex Worldwide Burjeel Hospital EOS and Sinterex. Dr Mohammed Al Redha director of Project Management Office Informatics and Smart Health at the DHA said that the technology in the healthcare space has the...

Drupa a leading trade fair for the printing media and packaging industry taking place in Düsseldorf Germany from June 16-26 will feature a total of 80 specialist lectures on 3D manufacturing spread over two two-hour blocks every day. More than 250 000 visitors 1 800 exhibitors and just as many journalists from over 180 countries are expected to take part in the trade fair. Since drupa 2016 3D printing has been one of the six highlights in the trade show program. In addition to its own exhibition area drupa 2020 will once again dedicate a touchpoint 3D fab print to this future technology. For the first time the VDMA Additive Manufacturing Association will be responsible for the content design and implementation of the ten-day lecture programme. With a view to the trade fair s target group the focus will be on applications in printing and paper machine construction as well as applications for media and packaging. The s...

Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has signed an agreement with Ingram s Lightning Source to bring the world s best print-on-demand (POD) service to Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone thus signalling a landmark achievement for the UAE publishing sector. Print-on-demand services have been a game changer for the publishing business worldwide said the statement from SBA. Traditional printing methods had publishers print large quantities of titles pre-empting sales demand which often incurred huge shipping and storage costs it stated. The print-on-demand service eliminates these costs by offering publishers published materials in as less as 24 hours which offers them the advantage of deciding print runs according to sales demand it added. The agreement was signed by Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri Chairman of SBA and Shawn Morin President and CEO of Ingram Content Group in the presence of John Ingram Chairman of In...

Snapchat a social media platform has announced a line-up of advertising partners for the debut of Commercials. It is Snapchat s six-second un-skippable ads that run across Snapchat Shows in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Commercials are available through Snap s self-serve platform offering many benefits including improved targeting measurement and price efficiency. In addition Commercials offer advertisers alignment with premium brand-safe content in an engaging and compelling format. Nestlé BMW Mini Cooper Samsung Louvre and Almarai are the first advertisers to take advantage of the new ad format which will be available exclusively in Snapchat Shows in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. In November 2018 Snap introduced Shows in Mena with the aim of bringing this unique format to Snapchatters in the region. Shows are TV-like content produced exclusively for mobile ...

Xerox Corporation is showcasing its new printing technologies and demonstrating its workflow and colour management software at the ongoing Gulf Print and Pack exhibition being held in Dubai UAE. The expo is a leading event for commercial and package printers in the Middle East and North Africa (Mena). It opened today (April 15) and will run until April 18 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Chris Lynch head of production technology Xerox Middle East and Africa said: The digital transformation era continues to push technology providers to innovate and offer their customers long-term benefits from print materials. Therefore the future of the print industry will continue to evolve and become more digitally competent he said. Our company enables technology providers to offer new value to the customers while making the sector more relevant to the market he added. Xe...

Al Yousuf 3D Printing a subsidiary of Al Yousuf Group has announced the arrival of Doob a full-service 3D technology company that creates replicas of you utilising the latest 3D printing technology to the UAE. Founded in Dusseldorf Germany Doob is a frontrunner in digital scanning technology and the concept is currently present in New York (US) Los Angeles (US) Tokyo (Japan) Berlin (Germany) Sydney (Australia) Barcelona (Spain) and even Bahrain. Doob 3D Technology in Dubai was inaugurated by Helal Al Marri director general department of tourism and commerce marketing and director general Dubai World Trade Centre Authority. Mohamed Iqbal Al Yousuf deputy president marketing Al Yousuf Group said: We are really excited about the launch of Doob in the UAE. Doob is a photo-realistic 3D printed replica of you. It is basically taking selfies to the next level. It is fun...

The Navigator Company an integrated producer of forests pulp and paper tissue and energy will be showcasing its premium brand of office paper at the upcoming Paperworld Middle East expo in Dubai. To be held from March 18 to 20 the 9th edition of the event is likely to host more than 300 companies from over 40 countries. This is the 7th consecutive year that The Navigator Company an European leader in the uncoated printing and writing paper sector will be attending this international exhibition of stationery office supplies school supplies and printing materials. During the event the company will be showcasing its leading paper brand Navigator UHD that translates in a special surface treatment allowing an even better printing quality with an improved machine performance. Printed samples will be available to visitors so that...

Teads a global advertising technology company has acquired Buzzeff an online advertising specialist in the Middle East and North Africa to expand its outreach and bolster services for regional advertisers. Following an agreement signed on January 16 the two companies have merged to form Teads Mena with strategic locations in Dubai and Casablanca. By acquiring Buzzeff we ve added a new dimension to our offering. Not only have we strengthened our presence in Mena an important region for us but our direct footprint means that we can capture more growth opportunities and get closer to strategic clients said Pierre Chappaz executive chairman at Teads. Aside from ensuring brand-safe fraud-free and viewable inventory as the existing benefits of Buzzeff s services Teads Mena will now offer a wide range of additional benefits to Mena advertisers such as data services outcome-based optimization and full-funnel sol...

The National Health Insurance Company Daman will cease printing health insurance cards across all its health insurance plans starting from January 1 2019. The decision to finally cease card printing follows the successful implementation of its secure online platform which allows medical facilities to check health insurance coverage using a digital Daman or Thiqa card available from their respective apps or an Emirates ID said a statement from Daman. The initiative to replace physical health insurance cards with digital alternatives or Emirates ID was officially introduced in April last year. Daman began its phasic approach to cease card printing from last year starting with Thiqa members. Commenting on the move CEO Dr Michael Bitzer said: This is an initiative that both Daman and Thiqa members have supported and taken advantage of from day one through the convenience offered by not needing to carry a health in...

The total value of the commercial print business in Mena is forecast to reach 32billion in 2019 according to exclusive research from Smithers Pira a worldwide authority on the packaging print and paper supply chains. The report was released ahead of the 2019 edition of Gulf Print & Pack the leading industry event for the commercial print and packaging industry in the region running from April 15 to 18 at Dubai World Trade Centre. The Mena region presents a vast opportunity for companies in the commercial printing business which the report estimates will grow by 6.2 per cent by next year. This is way ahead of the growth rate for the world print market which at 1 per cent is struggling to adjust to declines in demand for traditional print products as media products become increasingly digitised said Andy Thomas-Emans strategic director at Tarsus Group which organises the biennial Gulf Print & Pack. In its...

Kalimat Group a leading global publisher of award-winning Arabic children s and young adult books and Italy-based Gallucci Publishing have partnered to establish the Gallucci-Kalimat publishing house a media report said. Kalimat Group was established to fill a gap for children s and young adult books in Arabic by working with some of the best contemporary writers from the Mena region reported Emirates news agency Wam. Kalimat s books have been pushing the boundaries by respectfully dealing with complex themes of displacement empathy belonging and diversity and presenting them in a unique and entertaining way to young readers. Similarly Gallucci Publishing is well known for books by leading Italian authors on meaningful themes like war poverty spirituality and racism. Both publishers aim to write in an entertaining and informative way that resonates with children and adults alike. The...

Immensa Technology Labs a leading additive manufacturing (AM or 3D printing) company in the UAE has announced that 10 members of its team have graduated from the leading additive manufacturing global company Additive Minds and are now certified and qualified to work with metal 3D printing. This certification makes Immensa the largest and most qualified team in the region to work on metal 3D Printing and puts it on par with global players said a statement from company. Team members graduated from the Introduction to Metal AM course that covered part screening and selection design for AM metal topology optimisation and parameter editing it said. Fahmi Al Shawwa chief executive officer at Immensa said: We are proud of the accomplishment our team achieved in attaining this certificate. Our company is now not only the regional leader in additive manufacturing but is also actively leading the path to develop adva...

Dubai Airports and JCDecaux SA signed the deal yesterday to extend their existing contract related to Dubai International Airport (DXB) advertising to 2028. This long-term partnership which began in 2008 exclusively covers all advertising concessions across DXB. DXB the world s busiest international airport will leverage the latest technology and innovation to lead an industry revolution in digital airport advertising following the deal with the world s leading outdoor advertising company JCDecaux SA (Euronext Paris DEC) said a statement. With more than 7.5 million global customers travelling through DXB every month the airport s terminals and concourses are an exceptional platform for brands to directly engage with a unique consumer mix. The deal was signed following a meeting between chairman of Dubai Airports S...

Global technology leader Siemens and E.ON one of the world s leading utility companies have reached a significant milestone in the area of 3D-printing for the energy sector. The world s first 3-D printed burner for an SGT-700 gas turbine has been in operation for one-year at E.ON s combined cycle power plant in Philippsthal in the German state of Hessen and the results are impressive. The burner has been operating for over 8 000 hours with no reported issues said a statement from Siemens. In 2017 the technology giant began printing gas turbine burners using selective laser melting technology and they were the first burners produced by its intelligent burner manufacturing (Ibuma) program in Finspång Sweden. Each burner head is manufactured in one piece compared to traditional methods that required 13 individual ...

RSA Global a leading third-party logistics provider has joined forces with UAE-based Immensa Technology Labs a leading additive manufacturing (AM or 3D printing) company for the successful deployment of its virtual warehousing solution. With the implementation of these revolutionary Digital Inventory and Virtual Warehouse solutions RSA Global has taken a major step towards a more streamlined global supply chain that is supported and strengthened by 3D printing technology. RSA Global is a fully-integrated logistics company with a tech forward mindset headquartered in Dubai. The group as a whole describe their purpose as Solving challenges for a better tomorrow . It offers its clients 360-degree supply chain solutions such as storage distribution transportation and international freight with technological innovation and sustainability at the core of its business practices. Imm...

Global technology giant Siemens has reached yet another milestone in its journey to realize the many benefits of additive manufacturing (AM) and to lead the development of this innovative technology in the power generation industry. This time the company has successfully 3D-printed and engine tested a dry low emission (DLE) pre-mixer for the SGT-A05 aeroderivative gas turbine with the impressive results showing a potential for significant reductions in CO emissions said a statement from Siemens. This achievement further solidifies Siemens position as one of the world s leading developers of innovative additive manufacturing techniques and uses in the energy industry it stated. This is another excellent example of how additive manufacturing is revolutionizing our industry delivering measurable benefits and real value to our customers particularly as they look to further reduce emissions to meet environmental targe...

Spain-based ICFO a fast growing research institution said its researchers have overcome colour limitations in 3D powder sintering. In recent years selective powder sintering for 3D printing has taken off as an increasingly affordable solution for manufacturing made-to-order elements of almost any shape or geometry impacting multiple sectors of industry. In a paper recently published in NanoLetters ICFO researchers Alexander Powell Alexandros Stavrinadis and Ignacio de Miguel led by ICREA Professors at ICFO Gerasimos Konstantatos and Romain Quidant report on a solution for overcoming colour restrictions in this method using plasmonic nanoparticles. Selective powder sintering involves heating a bed of powder (such as polyamide PA12) to just below its melting point using an IR light source to selectively melt a cross section of the powder then adding more powder and repeating to form a 3D object it added. To red...

The Middle Eastern market for 3D concrete printing is projected to grow at the highest compound annual growth rate (CAGR) globally from 2018 to 2023 a new report said. The growth in the region can be attributed to the supportive government initiatives such as Dubai 3D Printing Strategy and the demand for affordable houses within the region added the report titled 3D Concrete Printing Market by Offering (Printing Services Materials) Technique (Extrusion-based Powder-based) End-use sector (Building Infrastructure) and Region (Americas Asia Pacific Europe Middle East) - Global Forecast to 2023 published by MarketsandMarkets a global provider quantified B2B research. The UAE is projected to grow at the highest CAGR in the Middle Eastern 3D Concrete Printing Market during the forecast period. The Asia Pacific market is projected to grow at the second-highest CAGR between 2018 and 2023. The key player...

Immensa Technology Labs the UAE s leading additive manufacturing (AM or 3D printing) company has become the first UAE-based company to submit the 3D printing related patent. The patent an Immensa proprietary method for the production of moulds for concrete and other aggregates utilizing 3D printing is an exclusive innovation that aims to revolutionise the way regional construction companies and engineering firms approach urban design and allows for a wide array of creative applications while negating the burdens involved with current available methods. Fahmi Al-Shawwa CEO of Immensa Technology Labs said: We are proud to represent this great nation by filing the first 3D printing related patent from a UAE-based company. This process being patented is at the forefront of engineering innovation and aligns with Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum s Dubai 3D Printing Strategy. At Immensa we constantly encourage o...

Mubadala Investment Company of Abu Dhabi UAE has announced the sale of its consortium s 60 per cent equity interest in EMI Music Publishing to Sony Corporation at an enterprise value of 4.75 billion. This acquisition represents Sony s commitment to its writers and artists as well as its commitment to the music business more broadly. The closing of the transaction is subject to certain closing conditions including regulatory approvals. Over the past six years Mubadala Capital the financial investment arm of Mubadala and Sony have worked together as partners to create value alongside Sony/ATV Sony s music publishing arm. Sony/ATV has been administering the EMI Music Publishing catalog s legacy of iconic writers and artists and along with the consortium re-investing in existing writer relationships and growing the catalog by signing new writers on a 50/50 basis. These actions coupled wit...

The American University of Sharjah (AUS) recently hosted the Robotics and 3D Printing in the Construction Industry Showtime which concluded the series of workshops focused on the promotion of the Sharjah Construction Industry Innovation Challenge Program. The Program is a co-operation project of the AUS Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park (SRTIP) and the Oulu University of Applied Sciences aimed at developing a world-class innovation system in Sharjah. The exhibition highlighted the technological innovations that accelerate the development of the construction sector in line with the requirements of the 21st century and the national directive to increase economic diversification in Sharjah and the UAE said the organisers. Hussain Al Mahmoudi CEO of AUS Enterprises (AUSE) and SRTIP highlighted the significance of the exhibition...

Telematics e-commerce and 3D printing will form key foundations in the evolution of the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) aftersales channel with OEMs attempting to integrate all aftersales services into a single digital platform according to a Frost & Sullivan report. Frost & Sullivan s recent analysis Global Automotive Aftermarket Outlook 2018 identifies the size of the global automotive parts and services aftermarket and its growth opportunities in 2018. Frost & Sullivan expects global automotive aftermarket demand to increase by 4.4 per cent during 2018 with a slowdown anticipated in some developed markets. Participants in the OEM aftermarket who embrace potential data monetisation opportunities that can be optimised by enhanced customer accessibility widening B2B networks and expanding product and service portfolios will capitalise on current value-add opportunities and ensure future s...

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has moved into a new dimension by introducing 3D printing in order to deliver spare parts to customers more quickly and efficiently. This latest development is part of the company s commitment to the research and development of new products said a statement. As the construction industry looks to new methods for efficient production Volvo CE is also investing in 3D printing methods in the research and development of its prototype machinery it said. Jasenko Lagumdzija manager of business support at Volvo CE said: We are supporting customers through the life cycle of their equipment. It s especially good for older machines where the parts that have worn out are no longer made efficiently in traditional production methods. Producing new parts by 3D printing cuts down on time and costs so it s an efficient way of helping customers &rdquo...

Siemens a global technology leader is to make a 30 million ( 36.85 million) investment in a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility for Materials Solutions its additive manufacturing or 3D-printing unit in the UK. The new building in Worcester set to open in September will more than double the company s current footprint enabling it to increase its fleet of 3D-printing machines to 50 said a statement. The expansion is also expected to support the creation of more than 50 high quality new jobs in Worcester it said. This major investment is part of Siemens plans to build and grow a global business with additive manufacturing services for the aerospace industry the automotive industry and other industries it added. The new factory will be fully powered by Siemens Digital Enterprise solutions an end-to-end portfolio comprising software-based systems and automation components which cover every...

Commercial printing and packaging trends in the Middle East are being highlighted at the ongoing inaugural Gulf Print & Pack Summit being held in Dubai UAE. The event which kicked off today (March 4) will run until March 5 at the Roda Al Bustan Hotel. Latest data from Smithers Pira the worldwide authority on the packaging print and paper supply chains offering testing and information services shows that the Middle East will print the equivalent of 1.68 trillion A4 sheets this year while newspapers are the largest printed product by output but also the fastest declining as readers move to digital screens. Other significant findings from the Smithers Pira report reveal that advertising packaging and labels will be the fastest growing end-use applications for print (by value) in 2018; and that the region will consume 91 640 tonnes of printing ink in 2018 with sales revenue from ink rising at 9.1 per cent compared to 2017. ...

Sharjah Research and Technology Innovation Park (SRTIP) said it has joined hands with Finland s Oulu University of Applied Sciences to explore potential of 3D printing across the Middle East region s rapidly thriving construction sector. The move complements current efforts to consolidate Sharjah s position as a leading knowledge and innovation hub said a statement from SRTIP. The strategic alliance between SRTIP an initiative of the American University of Sharjah Enterprises (AUSE) and Oulu University of Applied Sciences one of the best and largest universities in Finland aims towards further enhancing the emirate s position in the fields of innovation and development while also consolidating the Sharjah techno park s role as a regional centre for scientific and commercial research. The programme s agenda began at American University of Sharjah this w...

The Artificial Intelligence (AI) revolution would have a more profound impact on the media and publishing industry than all other revolutions before it said Omar bin Sultan Al Olama UAE Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence. Al Olama was delivering his keynote speech on the opening day of the 13th edition of the World Association of Newspapers and News Publishers (Wan-Ifra) Middle East Conference organised in association with Dubai Production City (DPC). The event brought together over 300 media experts publishers journalists policymakers and other stakeholders from around the globe for a series of industry talks and sessions under the theme Roadmaps for Transformation . Hosting several thought sessions on modern publishing platforms content and commerce the event runs until 1 March at The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina. Al Olama said: I do not come bearing good news or bad news ...

Boeing the world s largest aerospace company and Oerlikon a leading technology and engineering group signed a five-year collaboration agreement to develop standard materials and processes for metal-based additive manufacturing. Additive manufacturing popularly known as 3D printing is a controlled process in which material is joined or solidified to create a three-dimensional part. This agreement is an important step toward fully unlocking the value of powder bed titanium additive manufacturing for the aerospace industry said Leo Christodoulou Boeing chief technologist. Boeing and Oerlikon will work together to standardize additive manufacturing operations from powder management to finished product and thus enable the development of a wide range of safe reliable and cost-effective structural titanium aerospace components. Dr. Roland Fischer CEO Oerlikon Group said: This program will ...

The total value for printing in the Middle East will be worth more than 20 billion for the first time in 2018 as the market continues to grow and transform according to a recent report. The latest data was drawn from exclusive research conducted for the Smithers Pira report entitled The Future of Global Printing to 2022 . This is testament to the fact that the Middle East is still a relatively immature market for the consumption of printed media. Although many Middle Eastern consumers will follow the general global trend of adopting electronic alternative to traditional print media like newspapers and magazines there is still scope for in other segments like printed packaging said the report. With a positive business landscape on the horizon commercial print and package printing stakeholders from around the region will gather to discuss latest industry trends and how to sustain future growth at the firs...

Canon Middle East a leader in imaging solutions showcased its market-leading range of print solutions at the recent Saudi Print and Pack which took place in Riyadh Saudi Arabia. Demonstrating a continued commitment to investment and innovation in Saudi Arabia Canon will present high quality technologies that meet the evolving expectations of commercial printers and corporate print departments of every size and type said a statement. Visitors to the event will witness demonstrations of the new 64-inch roll-to-roll Océ Colorado 1640 printer built on Canon s ground-breaking UVgel technology. The company will also present its digital production presses the imagePRESS C10000VP the ImagePRESS c850 and the ImageRunner advance 8505 the new Océ VarioPrint 6000 Titan series of digital monochrome production presses and the recently launched varioPrint 140 series of production printers. These innovations are desig...

Canon Middle East a leader in imaging solutions showcased its market-leading range of print solutions at the recent Saudi Print and Pack an international exhibition for printing and packaging technology in Riyadh. The four-day event concluded yesterday (January 24) at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center (RICEC). Visitors to the event witnessed demonstrations of the new 64-inch roll-to-roll Océ Colorado 1640 printer built on Canon s ground-breaking UV gel technology. The company also presented its digital production presses the ImagePRESS C10000VP the ImagePRESS c850 and the ImageRunner advance 8505 the new Océ VarioPrint 6000 TITAN series of digital monochrome production presses and the recently launched VarioPRINT 140 series of production printers. These innovations are designed to enable print service providers (PSPs) and corporate companies produce high quality at increased speeds...

Xerox and Electronics For Imaging (EFI) have demonstrated a new Fiery digital front end (DFE) that will give print providers a powerful new tool to manage high value jobs that require special embellishments and effects using dry inks including silver gold and clear. Keypoint Intelligence-InfoTrends projects that digital print enhancement volume will grow at a 27 per cent compound annual growth rate through 2020 providing print operations with new business that promises both growth and profit1. This new development by Xerox and EFI is a testament to the commitment by both suppliers to enrich their solutions with efficient production workflow processing power and colour management needed for the range of applications produced today said Ron Gilboa group director Keypoint Intelligence. These tools are critical for print providers who are looking to grow their business and offer their clients differentiated soluti...

The digital textile printing market is expected to grow at an impressive compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of more than 18 per cent globally till 2021 according to a recent data. International Expo Consults (IEC) part of Falak Holding has earmarked textile printing digital signage LED as the sectors to watch out for in 2018. Sign & Graphic Imaging Dubai 2018 (SGI Dubai 2018) the Middle East s largest printing signage and graphic industry show which opened yesterday (January 14) caters to the needs of exhibitors and visitors in the LED and textile printing industries apart from signage outdoor media screen and digital printing industries. The show will run until January 16th at Halls 4 5 6 7 and 8 within the Dubai World Trade Centre. Sharif Rahman CEO International Expo Consults organiser of SGI Dubai 2018 said: Some of the highlighted areas at the show to be considered are heat tran...

Dubai-based International Blockchain Capital (IBC) a leading fintech group has bought into home-grown media brand Acumen Advertising as part of the group s diversification plans for 2018. The IBC Group was established in 2014 in the UAE and traditionally invested in Blockchain technology projects that were globally funded by HNIs and private family offices. The Group is also a substantial owner and early adopter of various digital currencies. Acumen Advertising led by industry veteran David Tobias and Alia Al Nabooda is a Dubai based communications outfit and has been in business for 25 years. During the course of its existence the organization has been associated with some of the most valuable brands locally and internationally including Standard Chartered Bank and Rotana Hotels. The company has evolved since increasing its digital offering portfolio which helped spark the investment interest from IBC Group. Blockc...

Some of the largest manufacturing names operating in the international printing community as well as leading trade publications will attend the inaugural Gulf Print & Pack Summit to be held in March in Dubai. The event a comprehensive event in the region for senior level print industry professionals will take place on March 4 and 5 at Roda Al Bustan Hotel. The summit has announced availability of conference passes for the event said a statement. Xerox has been confirmed as the event s official platinum sponsor and the summit will be supported by some of the other top companies in the industry it said. Aimed at printers/converters brand owners retailers and graphic packaging and label designers the summit will discuss cutting-edge print technologies and applications future trends in print production and effective strategies for business excellence and economic growth it added. Chris Lyn...

InnoTech a top fabrication company based in Seeb Oman recently held two workshops on 3D printing for businessmen and engineers in Muscat a report said. Sponsored by BP Oman as part of its social investment programme the event saw more than 100 participants reported Times of Oman . These courses were held at the Nizwa Cultural Centre and the Ibri College of Technology where participants spent four days of practical training in 3D design 3D printing and digital fabrication skills as part of a technique known as additive manufacturing. On the first day participants learned how to design 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD) software which is used to increase designer productivity improve design quality and create a manufacturing database. The following day highlighted the use of more complicated design tools and later a competition was held where participants vied to build the highest tower using some of the tools to simulate h...

The American University of Sharjah Enterprises (AUSE) and American University of Sharjah (AUS) recently held a three-day workshop on robotics and 3D printing in construction industry. The objective was to highlight potential opportunities in research and development in construction and introducing how robotics and automation could help increase cost-effectiveness and reduce labour requirements and construction waste. During the event the AUS also showcased some of the best 3D printing projects of its senior students. The robotics and 3D printing in the construction industry workshop is in line with AUSE s commitment to boost scientific and technical innovations that support Sharjah s efforts in building a knowledge-based economy said the statement from the university. Ause has further encouraged this step by adopting robotics and 3D printing as construction tools. Prospects for the 3D printing in cons...

Immensa 3D Printing Institute (I3DPI) a first of its kind academic and training provider that is focused exclusively on additive manufacturing (AM or 3D printing) has launched in Dubai UAE to support the Dubai 3D Printing Strategy . I3DPI which is the first licensed institute of its kind is being established to provide a platform to educate provide training and certify individuals in the various aspects of additive manufacturing said a statement from the company. I3DPI was launched to support the Dubai 3D Printing Strategy launched by HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai by providing a unique platform for advancing AM knowledge and skills across the region it said. I3DPI s 22 specialised courses will cover a wide array of subjects related to 3D Printing and range from basic level to more advanced sector and application specific...

Millennials and baby boomers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia feel they are represented better by the media than by advertising in their country of residence according to new research by YouGov Omnibus a unit of the international Internet-based market research and data analytics firm. The online survey comparing the opinions of over 2 000 respondents born between the mid-1940s and mid-1960s (baby boomers) and between the early 1980s and mid-1990s (millennials) asked how well represented they feel by the way they see people look act and have similar views to them in the media and advertising. When it comes to the media 60 per cent of millennials say they feel well represented against 27 per cent who feel that they are either not very well represented or not represented at all. The net score for millennials (those who feel well represented minus those who do not) is 33 per cent; three times higher than that of baby boomers (10 per cent). By cont...

The global construction industry is entering a revolutionary era with the world s first 3D-printed skyscraper expected to take shape in less than five years according to global experts. This game-changing technology that promises to disrupt today s building techniques will have its set in Dubai and - just like anything yet unseen - is drawing public attention as well as many questions said the experts ahead of The Big 5 expo in Dubai UAE. The largest construction event in the Middle East The Big 5 will run from November 26 to 29 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Those in search of the answers will have the chance to listen to the man behind the first 3D printed skyscraper project Chris Kelsey at The Big 5. Speaking at the Excellence in Construction Summit the high-level conference organized by The Big 5 on November 26 Kelsey the CEO of Cazza - the world s leading 3D printing company will unveil how Dubai i...

The American University of Sharjah Enterprises (AUSE) has launched a series of workshops to explore the pivotal role of robotics and 3D printing in Sharjah s construction sector. Launched in cooperation with Oulu University of Applied Sciences (OAMK) one of Finland s largest universities of applied sciences the workshops were themed The Importance of Robotics and 3D Printing in Developing the Construction Sector in Sharjah . The first workshop hosted by the American University of Sharjah (AUS) revolved around the latest innovations in the world of robotics and 3D printing in relation to the construction industry. Leading architects led the discussions that also focused on the AUS s major contributions to 3D printing technology development in support of the UAE s sustainable development efforts. Four Finnish experts AUS instructors and students engineers and specialists from the government ...

Voxeljet a leading provider of high-speed large-format 3D printers and on-demand parts services to industrial and commercial customers is set to release its first 3D printing system based on new high speed sintering (HSS) process at Formnext trade fair in Germany. A major event for additive manufacturing and the next generation of intelligent manufacturing solutions Formnext will run from November 14 to 17 at Frankfurt. The company s material sets so far have focused on tooling and pattern making applications but with HSS voxeljet will be entering the thermoplastics market with the ability to directly manufacture end-use products. In addition to voxeljet s present solutions portfolio the new HSS process enables printing of parts with properties and qualities similar to Selective Laser Sintering Multi Jet Fusion or injection molding said a statement from the German group. Versatile and fully functional ...

The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority and Siemens have partnered in a bid to seek to extend the sources of spare parts for the Dubai metro and increase their availability reduce obsolescence issues and enable getting improved parts with better performance and increased features. The memorandum of understanding (MoU) is an additional step that will practically enhance RTA s already applied 3D printing initiative a statement said. Abdul Mohsin Ibrahim Younes CEO of Rail Agency signed the MoU for RTA and Alexander Biron von Curland senior executive vice president Mobility Siemens Middle East signed it for Siemens. This step would certainly consolidate RTA s constant efforts to back up Dubai s endeavours in becoming the world s smartest city in three years which would definitely contribute to make the residents of Dubai its visitors and tourists happier and more satisfied said Younes. ...

The Mopria Alliance a global non-profit membership organization with focus on mobile printing has provided core printing technology to deliver intuitive mobile printing in the new Android 8.0 Oreo operating system. This contribution is the result of ongoing collaboration with the Google Android team via the Android Open Source Project and the Mopria Alliance. Android 8.0 Oreo s new Default Print Service features core technology from the Mopria Print Service immediately delivering mobile printing convenience in the Operating System. With Mopria technology at the core of the Android 8.0 Oreo Default Print Service users no longer need to download a mobile printing service and printer discovery is automatic allowing easy mobile printing to more than 100 million Mopria certified printers from any Android 8.0 Oreo device. Mobile printing should be intuitive and ubiquitous whether you re at home in the office or on t...

UAE-based Immensa Technology Labs a leading additive manufacturing (AM or 3D printing) company has recently been awarded the prestigious ISO 9001:2015 certification in the field of Design and Additive Manufacturing Services. The certification makes Immensa Technology Labs the first 3D printing company in the Middle East and one of only a few in the world to be recognised with the ISO 9001:2015 quality standard. Fahmi Al-Shawwa CEO of Immensa Technology Labs said: Following months of challenging work and external audits we are delighted to have been awarded this ISO certification which is a testament to the exceptional quality and global competitiveness of our services. While the region has lagged behind the rest of the world in the adoption and integration of 3D printing technology Immensa has forged ahead and bridged the gap by offering cutting-edge services that are on par with the top international providers out th...

The global market for 3D printing is expected to be worth 17.46 billion in 2020 from 6.51 billion in 2016 said a report highlighting the current status of the regulatory framework and best 3D printing markets for investments. The healthcare industry is proving to be an enthusiastic adopter of the 3D printing technology and the widespread use of this technology will lead to better treatment modalities and approaches better materials and eventually better lives for both the patient as well as the surgeon added the report titled 3D Printing Systems in Healthcare Forecast to 2020 from Frost & Sullivan a growth partnership company. Challenges such as low reimbursement rates lack of clear regulatory framework and issues related to cybersecurity and intellectual property need to be addressed for 3D printing to get into mass production it said. 3D printing saves healthcare facilities substantial costs by acce...

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) has organised 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing Workshop in cooperation with General Electric (GE). This is part of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that was signed between Dewa and GE last March to collaborate in 3D printing additive manufacturing and Industrial Internet technologies. The workshop supports Dewa s 3D Printing plan in cooperation with the GE Additive Manufacturing Unit. The workshop was attended by Dr Dalya Al Muthanna president & CEO of GE Gulf Dewa s executive vice presidents and vice presidents 50 Dewa staff and officials from GE Additive Manufacturing Unit. Through our R&D initiatives at Dewa we are working to optimise the potential of 3D printing additive manufacturing and other innovative technologies. We are currently building an R&D Centre at the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park which includes a laboratory fo...

The field in the pharmaceuticals sector that is most likely to be disrupted by 3D printing is the distribution of drugs because of the ease of obtaining customized dosage quantities of medication a report said. Using 3D-printed tissues for drug testing clinical trials and toxicity testing will have a huge impact in the pharmaceutical sector as they will help eliminate costly animal testing and use of synthetic tissues noted Frost & Sullivan TechVision research analyst Madhumitha Rangesa. However traditional large-scale manufacturing is still more economical for mass production of drugs; 3D printing will be viable for small-volume production in orphan diseases. 3D Printing for Healthcare Applications recent research from Frost & Sullivan s TechVision (Medical Devices & Imaging) Growth Partnership Service program finds that there is a slow shift in pharma toward con...

Europe will take the lead in disrupting the building sector with the help of 3D construction printing within the next three to five years according to industry experts taking part in a recent building expo in Copenhagen Denmark. The high European labour costs are driving the sector towards automation and reducing the use of human resources but the regulations needs to be updated they stated. The experts were speaking at the first Scandinavian 3D construction conference being organised by Larsen & Partners in partnership with sister company 3D Printhuset. The conference was completely sold out with more than 160 attendees linked to the construction sector from seven different countries taking part in the event. At the conference the participants could hear 3D printing and construction experts explain the different 3D construction printing technologies applied in more than 40 global 3D construction printing p...

Digitalisation will have massive impact on the future of the commercial and package printing sectors according to some of the biggest names in the industry attending the ongoing Gulf Print and Pack event in Dubai UAE. The event which opened on March 26 will conclude tomorrow (March 29) and is being held at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Flexo and digital are the new market trends. Packaging printers are looking for digital options to cope with short runs Roger Nicodeme general manager-sales of Heidelberg a well-known global player in the printing industry who is keen on developing their digital business in the next two years. Digital packaging technologies are still developing and new technologies will come soon he said. Many industry stakeholders have noted a major shift in the Middle East at both customer and service provider levels. Nayyar Ansari business de...

The Dubai Health Authority s (DHA) dental department is set to begin using 3D printed technology to print 3D model of teeth for producing prosthesis for its patients. The use of this technology is the beginning of the Authority s ambitious plans to use 3D printing in all fields of healthcare. The DHA s dental department has already procured all the necessary equipment and is now conducting training sessions for its staff members so that they can begin incorporating this technology. Dr Hamda Mesmar director of Dental Services Department at the DHA said: Using this technology a dentist will simply scan the teeth using an intra-oral scanner which will create a digital impression (image). This image is then sent across to the 3D printing machine through the intranet from different Dental Clinics within DHA which then replicates the image as a 3D model. The 3D image helps us with accu...

Dubai Health Authority s Dental Services department will begin using 3D printed technology to print 3D model of teeth for producing prosthesis said a top official at the four-day Arab Health Congress 2017 which opened today (January 30) in the Emirate. The use of this technology is the beginning of the Authority s ambitious plans to use 3D printing in all fields of healthcare. Dubai has already seen the inauguration of the world s first 3D-printed office building the Office of the Future which is near Emirates Tower and was built in just 17 days. The government aims to make Dubai and the UAE a global hub for 3D printing technology by the year 2030. Research is already taking place into the mass production of hearing aids prosthetics and implants. Globally scientists are working on the realistic goal of printing a real working human heart. Humaid Al Qatami chairman of the Board and Direc...

Mixed Dimensions a US-Jordanian startup specialised in 3D printing gaming and augmented and virtual reality sponsored the 2016 Arab Innovation Network Annual Conference (AINAC) held recently. Held in a different Arab city each year AINAC 2016 took place at the Le Méridien Amman Jordan. It welcomed around 200 students entrepreneurs academics and professionals from across the Arab World. Aiming to generate enthusiasm surrounding industry-relevant innovation AINAC 2016 highlighted the important role of interdisciplinarity in solving the world s most complex challenges. During the conference Mixed Dimensions held a hands-on 3D Printing 101 workshop providing attendees with a rare chance to observe and use Mixed Dimensions 3D printer. Led by the company s community manager Mohammed Misto and head of research Faisal Al-Nimri the interactive workshop covered the history of 3D pr...

Jacky s Business Solutions an end-to-end solutions provider to the signage sector will demonstrate the most comprehensive digital solutions and UV large format printing technologies at the Sign & Graphic Imaging Middle East (SGI) 2017 trade event. The event opens at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) Dubai today (January 15) and will run till January 17. As a supporting sponsor Jacky s Business Solutions will introduce the HP Latex 570 and HP Latex 1500 printers for the first time at the event. The 1.63 m large format HP Latex 570 printer for sign and display industry is designed for mid-size to large print service providers (PSPs) with increasing print volumes enabling customers to manage a variety of print jobs at a lower upfront investment and helping to meet peak production demands. With a width of 3.2 m the HP Latex 1500 printer is more suitable for mid-volume print services and provides fast affordab...

Konica Minolta Business Solutions Middle East has announced that German Press and Koot Al Watan Press two Kuwait based printing companies have added Konica Minolta printing machines to their businesses. The leading printing companies sought to improve turnaround times increase production capacity and better quality to further help them deliver exceptional products and services to their customer base said a statement from the company. Seeking to deliver digital printing in a more efficient and quicker way to its customers German Press one of the largest commercial printers in Kuwait selected Konica Minolta s Press C1100 a high speed heavy segment production printer it said. The new printer from Konica Minolta helped them to transform their customer service after becoming a central part of the business process it added. Another 15 year old Kuwaiti printing company Koot Al Watan Press w...

The 3D Printing technology is becoming fast popular due to ease of use and is expected to get further widespread as cost will come down significantly in the next five years according to a professor from the University of Sharjah. Prof Mohammad Al Shabi Mechanical Engineering Department University of Sharjah made this observation while speaking on 3D Printing The Horizons and Future at a recent seminar held at the Expo Centre Sharjah on as part of the UAE Innovation Week 2016. He said: Many think that 3D Printing will bring next generation industrial revolution. It can happen because it s so easy to manage. It started commercially less than 10 years ago and it has become so popular in such a short span of time. The success reflects popularity of this technology world over. Al Shabi said that the entire 3D Printing can be done by students in an office at affordable price. A basic printer ca...