ArcNoble is a Dubai-headquartered paper & board trading company serving the Middle East & Africa (MEA) region. We work closely with printers, converters, carton manufacturers, food-packers and paper merchants to supply the grades they need to keep their operations running smoothly. Our focus is simple: deliver the right product, at the right time, at the right price — with honest communication, dependable logistics and service that customers can rely on.
At the core of ArcNoble is the leadership of Mr. Rakesh Deshpande, who brings over three decades of experience in the global paper industry, including roles with leading manufacturers such as Asia Pulp & Paper Group (APP) and top regional trading firms. His market insight, strong mill relationships and hands-on approach shape how we work every day. Guided by clear values of integrity, partnership, agility and sustainability, we aim to build long-term relationships across the MEA region and support our customers’ growth with practical, value-driven paper & board solutions.
To become the preferred and most trusted paper & board supplier in the MEA region — recognised for delivering exceptional service, sustainable solutions and value-driven partnerships that help our customers succeed and grow.
• Customer-first mindset: Understand our customers’ unique needs from printers to converters to food-packers and deliver tailored paper & board solutions that boost their productivity and competitiveness.
• Supply-chain excellence: Secure high-quality products from leading manufacturers, maintain flexible stock and logistics capabilities, and ensure timely, dependable delivery across the MEA markets.
• Trusted partnerships: Build long-term relationships with customers, suppliers and other stakeholders based on transparency, fairness and mutual growth.
• Sustainable & responsible practices: Promote eco-friendly materials, responsible sourcing and efficient usage of paper and board, aligning with global sustainability standards.
• Continuous improvement: Leverage Mr Deshpande’s three-decades of experience to drive innovation, cost-effectiveness and operational excellence throughout our business.
• Integrity: We adhere to the highest ethical standards, honouring our commitments and being truthful with our customers, suppliers and team.
• Service-Excellence: We go the extra mile to deliver what we promise from product quality to timely delivery to proactive support.
• Partnership: We view our customers and suppliers as partners — their success is our success. We collaborate, listen, and adapt.
• Agility: In a dynamic MEA market, we respond quickly to changing needs, market trends and customer demands with flexibility and reliability.
• Sustainability: We are committed to responsible sourcing, environmentally sound materials and practices that minimise waste and support circular economy goals.
• Expertise: Leveraging our deep industry experience — especially the leadership of Mr Deshpande — we provide knowledgeable guidance, right-sized solutions and market insights that add real value.
We at ArcNoble look forward to building successful, long-term relationships across the MEA region, and helping our customers thrive with paper & board solutions that make a difference.