The Buyer Insight SeriesWhere the region’s buyers share what they’re investing in next.
UPCOMING SESSION
Beyond Print:
The Future of Experiential Signage,
Personalisation & On-Demand Production in the GCC
21 May 2026 | 15:00 GST
Panelists
Daniel Rodgers
Managing Partner - Operations | CallPrint
Sevag Hayrabedian
General Manager | Robert Neon
Neil Dias
Managing Partner | Print Outs
Moderated By
Ben Daniel
Editor-in-Chief | Packaging MEA | JJ Media Publication
2026 UPCOMING SESSION
| Session | Topic | Buyer Panelists | Key Insights |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Apr 2026 | From Disruption to Direction: Preparing the GCC Signage Industry for What’s Next |
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Aligning with evolving demand for future-ready business models |
| 21 May 2026 | Beyond Print: The Future of Experiential Signage, Personalisation & On-Demand Production in the GCC |
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How UAE and GCC print businesses can evolve from production suppliers into high-value experience partners. |
| SGI Pulse #3 | The Future of Digital Displays & DOOH in the Middle East | DOOH media operators, smart city consultants, mall operators | LED manufacturers learn about network expansion |
| SGI Pulse #4 | Experiential Retail & Brand Environments: What Developers Want | Retail developers, brand agencies, VM directors | Display, print and fabrication suppliers learn buyer expectations |
| SGI Pulse #5 | Event Technology Demand in GCC: Lighting, Audio & Immersive Experiences | Event production companies, venue operators, festival organisers | AV suppliers understand technology demand |
| SGI Pulse #6 | Smart Buildings & Digital Environments: The Next Opportunity | Smart building consultants, facility managers, tech integrators | Automation and smart tech companies see project pipelines |
| SGI Pulse #7 | Mega Projects in GCC: Opportunities for Technology Suppliers | Project consultants, infrastructure developers | Suppliers see upcoming opportunities |
| SGI Pulse #8 | Sustainability Requirements for Signage & Displays | Government project managers, retail brands | Suppliers understand ESG procurement |
| SGI Pulse #9 | The Rise of Retail Media & Digital Advertising | Media buyers, retail operators | DOOH suppliers see growth signals |
| SGI Pulse #10 | How Event Organisers Are Using Technology to Create Experiences | Festival organisers, venue operators | Lighting and AV brands understand future requirements |
| SGI Pulse #11 | Packaging & Branding Trends Shaping Print Demand | FMCG brands, marketing procurement heads | Print suppliers hear directly from brand buyers |
| SGI Pulse #12 | AI & Automation in Production: What Buyers Expect | Production directors, large fabricators | Equipment suppliers learn where automation is needed |
What is SGI Pulse?
A series of conversations with regional buyers, project owners and industry decision-makers discussing demand, future investments and technology needs across SGI sectors.
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