In its annual survey of publications, the Audit Bureau of Circulations finds that confidence in print remains high. Among the newspaper and magazine publications polled in late 2011, only 12% agreed that their brands would be “digital-only” within the next five years. Meanwhile, 76% of publishers surveyed still believe their titles will be in print in five years.

Informa Exhibitions, is set to launch IPEX Digital Middle East, at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) from 14 to 16 November 2011, to provide a platform for digital technology in commercial and large format printing sectors in the Middle East region.

Abu Dhabi-based All 4 Media is working on a new reality TV show that encourages consumers to come up with the advertising ideas for print, radio and TV commericials. The show, called Pitch It, will allow participants from across the Middle East to pitch for a selection of participating high profile brands by submitting ideas online at www.pitchit.tv. Once you submit your idea, you will be notified if you have been considered by the agency representing the brand.