Ras Al Khaimah, UAE – RAK Paints LLC, a prominent paint manufacturer in the United Arab Emirates, recently hosted many batches of PGDM (Post Graduate Diploma in Management) students from Indira Group of Institutes, Pune, in an impressive effort to bridge academics and industry. Students got a firsthand look at how high-end paints are made in a contemporary industrial setting during these industrial tours of RAK Paints’ state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Ras Al Khaimah and Dubai.
The trips not only provided insight into the ever-evolving field of paint technology, but they also supported RAK Paints’ objective of fostering innovation, sustainability, and information exchange throughout the booming coatings and construction sector in the area.
First-Hand Exposure to Paint Manufacturing in UAE
Students were engrossed in the complex world of paint making as soon as they entered the RAK Paints factory. Every step of the production process, from choosing raw materials and dispersing pigments to testing for quality and packaging, was demonstrated during guided factory visits.
Students observed the sophisticated equipment and high-tech procedures used to produce several kinds of industrial and ornamental paints. These comprise fire-retardant paints, anti-corrosion coatings, weather-resistant exterior paints, and environmentally friendly water-based paints, all of which are essential components of RAK Paints’ product line.
One noteworthy aspect of RAK Paints was its dedication to environmentally friendly production methods, which showed how the business strikes a balance between creativity and accountability. Students gained important insights into how sustainability is incorporated into industrial operations as a result of this exposure, which coincided with the growing global focus on green construction.
Understanding the Business of Paints
Apart from the technical aspect, the tour gave students a better grasp of how the paint industry operates as a business. The courses covered a wide range of topics, from consumer segmentation and market penetration in the GCC and MENA regions to marketing strategy and product positioning.
Students participated in stimulating conversations with company representatives regarding logistics in the Middle East market, R&D investment, and brand management. The ongoing investment made by RAK Paints in product innovation and adaptation to satisfy the region’s varied climatic and architectural demands particularly impressed the students.
Industry Insights and Career Inspiration
Many PGDM students found their interactions with the technical and leadership staff of RAK Paints to be particularly memorable. These experts talked about their professional journeys, industry obstacles, and upcoming developments like digital color matching technologies, smart coatings, and thermal insulation paints.
Students were motivated by these discussions to observe how their academic knowledge applied to actual business problems. Numerous students characterized the encounter as a life-changing event that stoked their interest in management, sustainability, and industrial innovation.
A Win-Win Collaboration for Industry and Education
The program is a component of RAK Paints’ continuous endeavors to work with academic institutions and assist the upcoming generation of business, engineering, and industrial leaders. These kinds of industrial trips not only raise students’ understanding but also establish RAK Paints as a forward-thinking, knowledge-based business in the Middle East’s industrial scene.
“It was incredibly fulfilling to welcome the students to our facilities and share our journey with them. According to a RAK Paints representative, “We believe in investing in future
