While Europe was on vacation, the Middle Eastern plastics industry has been hard at work in the August sunshine, with plenty of news coming from this enterprising region.
We hope you do not mind if we refresh your memory and bring some of the top stories on MEP back into your field of vision from August. As ever, do not hesitate to join the conversation either by commenting on the story below or by following us on Twitter .
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Medical tourism a potential MENA plastics growth driver?
Patients Beyond Borders reports that all over the world, there is an increasing trend for patients to seek medical expertise overseas - both for plastic and cosmetic procedures and for more serious surgery including heart operations and cancer treatments - and the UAE is set to cash in.
Dubai a 'promising market' for 3D printing
Dubai is a promising market for 3D printing, with potential for adoption and investment in additive manufacturing technologies throughout the Emirate and beyond. This is according to Regional Director of Exports at EOS Markus Glasser, speaking ahead of the inaugural 3D Print UAE conference, which took place on August 17th and 18th.
Plastics on Omani-Indian trade agenda
Plastics and petrochemicals were up for discussion at a key export summit between Omani and Indian decision-makers. The 14-member business delegation from Oman visited India on August 10th to develop new strategies to strengthen existing trade and investment relations between the countries.
Oman India
Sanctions dam vast Iran petrochemical wealth potential
IHS's Chemical Analysis report states that despite Iran's political and legal challenges, coupled with associated red tape, there is real potential for petrochemicals investors including low-cost feedstocks to access major markets.
Iran Petrochemicals Plant
Work begins on Tristar chemical warehouse and bagging plant
Work has begun on a new chemical warehouse and bagging plant in Dubai, which will be the first of its kind to be built on a 350,000 sq ft site in the Jebel Ali Free Zone. Dubai-based logistics company Tristar announced the joint venture on August 11th, which will cost Dh 75 million (£13.11 million).
