{"id":76936,"date":"2026-01-14T11:44:41","date_gmt":"2026-01-14T07:44:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.middleeastevents.com\/blog\/?p=76936"},"modified":"2026-01-14T11:44:41","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T07:44:41","slug":"italian-dental-industry-reaches-e1-68-billion-with-exports-totalling-e868-million-in-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.middleeastevents.com\/blog\/italian-dental-industry-reaches-e1-68-billion-with-exports-totalling-e868-million-in-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Italian Dental Industry Reaches \u20ac1.68 Billion With Exports Totalling \u20ac868 Million In 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Italy will once again take centre stage at <strong>AEEDC 2026<\/strong>, the world\u2019s largest annual scientific dental conference and exhibition, taking place from <strong>19 &#8211; 21 January 2026<\/strong> at the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dubaiverse.io\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dubai<\/a> World Trade Centre<\/strong>. Bringing together <strong>52 exhibiting companies<\/strong>, the Italian Pavilion will present the breadth of Italy\u2019s dental manufacturing and innovation ecosystem &#8211; from advanced equipment and materials to digital dentistry and clinical solutions &#8211; underscoring its position as a trusted global partner in dental excellence.<\/p>\n<p>Organised by the <strong>Italian Trade Agency (ITA)<\/strong> in collaboration with the <strong>Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI)<\/strong> and the <strong>Italian Dental Industries Association (UNIDI)<\/strong>, will provide an integrated platform for business exchange, technical dialogue, and international collaboration. Visitors will experience an outstanding display of Italy&#8217;s expertise in <strong>CAD\/CAM systems, digital prosthetics, implantology, orthodontics<\/strong>, and <strong>environmentally responsible materials<\/strong>, a true reflection of the country\u2019s ability to blend technological innovation with craftsmanship and sustainability.<\/p>\n<p>According to the <strong>2025 UNIDI Sector Report<\/strong>, Italy\u2019s dental industry continues to show strong international momentum, reaching a total turnover of <strong>\u20ac1.681 billion in 2024<\/strong>, with <strong>exports representing 64% of total production<\/strong> \u2014 a clear indicator of sustained global demand. Data from the <strong>UNIDI Export 2025 Report<\/strong> highlights that <strong>equipment accounts for 56% of Italy\u2019s dental exports<\/strong>, underlining the country\u2019s leadership in high-precision manufacturing and advanced dental technologies. The Middle East has emerged as a strategic growth market for Italian dental exports, which reached <strong>\u20ac47.6 million in 2024<\/strong> across the region. Within this context, the <strong>United Arab Emirates continues to play a central role as a regional gateway<\/strong> for Italian dental innovation. This position is reflected in recent trade performance, with Italy\u2019s dental exports to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uaetoday.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UAE<\/a> reaching <strong>EUR 32.67 million between January and September 2025<\/strong>, representing a <strong>14.77% year-on-year increase<\/strong>. During the same period, <strong>Italy\u2019s market share rose to 5.38%<\/strong>, signalling renewed momentum and sustained demand for Italian dental products in the UAE.<\/p>\n<p><em>\u201cOur long-standing collaboration with the UAE goes beyond trade. It reflects a shared commitment to quality and technological progress. AEEDC serves as a bridge between Italian expertise and the region\u2019s thriving dental sector, creating concrete opportunities for business development and long-term commercial partnerships,\u201d <\/em><strong>said H.E. Lorenzo Fanara, Ambassador of Italy to the United Arab Emirates. <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Italy\u2019s dental industry continues to strengthen its international position by delivering reliable, high-performance solutions that respond to the evolving needs of modern dental practice. In the Middle East, and particularly in the United Arab Emirates, Italian manufacturers are supporting the expansion of advanced dental care through precision equipment, materials, and digital technologies. This growing presence reflects sustained global demand for Italian expertise and reinforces long-term partnerships that underpin the region\u2019s fast-developing dental healthcare ecosystem.<\/p>\n<p><em>\u201cItaly\u2019s participation at AEEDC 2026 highlights our commitment to innovation, trade, and sustainability. According to UNIDI data, Italy\u2019s dental industry reached <strong>\u20ac1.681 billion<\/strong> in turnover in 2024, with exports exceeding <strong>\u20ac868 million<\/strong> and accounting for <strong>64% of total production<\/strong> &#8211; demonstrating strong global demand for Italian technologies. Equipment represents <strong>56% of exports<\/strong>, underlining Italy\u2019s leadership in advanced dental manufacturing. The Middle East, with the UAE as a key gateway, continues to be a strategic growth market, reinforcing \u2018Made in Italy\u2019 as a trusted partner in advancing high-quality oral healthcare,\u201d<\/em> stated <strong>Mr. Valerio Soldani<\/strong>,<strong> Italian Trade Commissioner to the UAE and Oman<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><em>\u201cAEEDC continues to stand as a global benchmark for the dental industry, and our presence here represents an outstanding business opportunity for the Italian dental sector, which I am honored to represent as President of UNIDI. This year, the Italian collective includes more than 50 companies, a testament to the vitality, innovation, and international vision of our industry. We are equally pleased to extend an invitation to all AEEDC participants to join us at Italy\u2019s premier dental event, Expodental Meeting, which will be held in Rimini from 14 to 16 May 2026. It will be a valuable occasion to further strengthen business relations, explore cutting-edge technologies, and showcase the excellence of Italian dental manufacturing,\u201d <\/em>said <strong>Mr. Fabio Velotti, President of UNIDI.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Visitors to <strong>AEEDC 2026<\/strong> are invited to explore the <strong>Italian Pavilion<\/strong>, where Italy\u2019s most prominent manufacturers will present pioneering technologies and sustainable innovations shaping the future of dentistry.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-76937\" src=\"https:\/\/www.middleeastevents.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Italian-Dental-Industry-Reaches-E1.68-Billion-with-Exports-Totalling-E868-Million-in-2024-300x192.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"192\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.middleeastevents.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Italian-Dental-Industry-Reaches-E1.68-Billion-with-Exports-Totalling-E868-Million-in-2024-300x192.png 300w, https:\/\/www.middleeastevents.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Italian-Dental-Industry-Reaches-E1.68-Billion-with-Exports-Totalling-E868-Million-in-2024-768x493.png 768w, https:\/\/www.middleeastevents.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Italian-Dental-Industry-Reaches-E1.68-Billion-with-Exports-Totalling-E868-Million-in-2024.png 932w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Italy will once again take centre stage at AEEDC 2026, the world\u2019s largest annual scientific dental conference and exhibition, taking place from 19 &#8211; 21 January 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. 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