Koelnmesse and dmg events Launch IDEM Saudi Arabia 2026 to Drive Growth in the Kingdom’s Dental Industry
Koelnmesse and dmg events have announced the launch of the International Dentistry Exhibition and Meeting Saudi Arabia (IDEM Saudi Arabia), set to take place from 27–29 September 2026 at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center.
The introduction of IDEM Saudi Arabia comes amid rapid expansion in the Kingdom’s dental sector and the broader regional market. Growth is being fuelled by rising demand for cosmetic and implant dentistry, the proliferation of private clinics, increasing patient volumes, and the accelerated adoption of digital technologies and workflows.
According to IMARC Group, Saudi Arabia’s dental devices market is expected to reach USD 286.6 million by 2033, while the dental consumables segment is projected to grow to USD 465.5 million. This reflects a sector undergoing significant transformation, with clinics embracing advanced technologies such as intraoral scanners and 3D printing, thereby driving demand for high-performance materials and systems.
Despite this momentum, Saudi Arabia has lacked a dedicated large-scale international platform aligned with the Kingdom’s healthcare transformation under Saudi Vision 2030. IDEM Saudi Arabia aims to bridge this gap by providing a focused platform for global innovation, business exchange, and industry collaboration tailored to the Saudi market.
The event is being developed through a strategic partnership between Koelnmesse and dmg events, two globally established organisers with extensive experience across healthcare and specialised industry exhibitions. While Koelnmesse brings expertise from internationally recognised dental platforms such as IDEM Singapore and IDEC Indonesia, dmg events contributes strong regional insights and a proven track record in delivering high-impact trade exhibitions.
Gerald Böse, Chief Executive Officer of Koelnmesse, stated that Saudi Arabia’s emergence as a hub for specialised industries underscores its growing importance in the global exhibition landscape. He emphasised that IDEM Saudi Arabia will strengthen market access, encourage industry exchange, and support long-term growth aligned with Vision 2030.
Geoff Dickinson, Chief Executive Officer of dmg events, highlighted that the Kingdom is rapidly developing a next-generation healthcare ecosystem, with dentistry playing a key role. He noted that the exhibition will serve as a central platform for innovation, partnerships, and best practices, connecting global solution providers with key decision-makers shaping the sector in Saudi Arabia.