According to ConsTrack360, the cement industry in United Arab Emirates is expected to grow by 3.2% on an annual basis to reach US$1,845.8 million in 2024. The medium to long term growth story in coun...
According to ConsTrack360, the cement industry in United Arab Emirates is expected to grow by 3.2% on an annual basis to reach US$1,845.8 million in 2024. The medium to long term growth story in country remains intact. The cement industry in country is expected to grow steadily over the next four quarters. The growth momentum is expected to continue over the forecast period, recording a CAGR of 3.3% during 2024-2028. The cement output in the country is expected to increase from US$1,788.6 million in 2023 to reach US$2,098.2 million by 2028. The UAE cement industry is well-positioned for growth driven by government infrastructure investments, sustainability trends, and technological advancements. While challenges exist—such as raw material availability, regulatory compliance, and economic volatility—the industry is adapting through strategic partnerships, capacity adjustments, and innovative practices. As demand for sustainable construction materials increases, companies invest in green cement production and explore alternative materials that reduce carbon footprints. The integration of digital technologies further enhances operational efficiency and product quality. To maintain competitiveness and capitalize on growth opportunities, cement manufacturers in the UAE must continue investing in research and development, optimizing supply chains, and collaborating with stakeholders across the construction value chain. By addressing potential risks and embracing innovation, the industry can contribute significantly to national infrastructure development while meeting sustainability goals in the years ahead. Key Trends of Demand and Supply in the UAE Cement Industry The UAE cement industry is experiencing significant trends in demand and supply, influenced by various economic and environmental factors. • Infrastructure Development: The demand for cement is primarily driven by extensive government infrastructure projects. The UAE government's commitment to developing its infrastructure, particularly in preparation for events like Expo 2020 and ongoing urbanization, has increased cement consumption. For instance, constructing roads, bridges, and residential complexes across the Emirates is expected to sustain high demand for cement in the coming years. • Sustainability Initiatives: More and more companies are focusing on being eco-friendly. For instance, CarbonCure Technologies uses a special technology to make concrete with fewer polluting emissions. This helps the environment and solves some local production problems. • Market Consolidation: The cement market is consolidating as companies seek to enhance operational efficiencies. Mergers and acquisitions among local firms are becoming common, allowing them to pool resources and strengthen their market positions. • Supply Chain Challenges: The industry faces ongoing challenges regarding raw material availability and transportation logistics. Companies are investing in supply chain optimization strategies to mitigate disruptions caused by external factors and ensure steady production levels. Highlight Key Partnerships and Innovations by Companies Strategic partnerships and innovations are crucial for enhancing competitiveness within the UAE cement sector. • Collaborations for Sustainable Solutions: Cement manufacturers are increasingly partnering with technology firms to advance sustainable practices. For instance, CarbonCure has collaborated with local producers such as Emirates Beton Ready Mix to implement carbon capture technologies that enhance concrete sustainability while maintaining quality. • Investment in Carbon Capture Technologies: LafargeHolcim and other companies are spending money on new ways to catch carbon to make less pollution and work better. • Digital Transformation Initiatives: Integrating digital technologies is reshaping the industry landscape. Companies are adopting IoT-enabled solutions for real-time monitoring of production processes, enhancing quality control and operational efficiency. This shift towards digitization is crucial for maintaining competitiveness in a rapidly evolving market. • Innovative Product Development: Firms focus on creating new products that meet emerging market needs. For example, Emirates Cement has introduced eco-friendly concrete mixes incorporating recycled materials, aligning with sustainability goals while offering competitive pricing. Factors Impacting Production Several critical factors significantly influence cement production in the UAE, shaping the industry's operational landscape. • Raw Material Availability: It's really important to have the right materials, like limestone and clay, to make cement. If we don't have enough of these materials, it can cause problems with making cement on time and make it more expensive. • Regulatory Compliance: Tougher rules about protecting nature mean that companies must spend money on cleaner and more eco-friendly ways of doing business to comply with the rules and keep costs down. • Economic Conditions: The overall economic environment impacts construction activities and cement demand. Economic growth typically correlates with increased infrastructure spending, while downturns can lead to reduced construction activity. • Energy Costs: Fluctuating energy prices pose challenges for production costs. The cement industry relies heavily on energy-intensive processes, making it susceptible to energy availability and pricing changes. Projected Outlook for the Cement Market The outlook for the UAE cement market over the next few years appears positive despite existing challenges. With ongoing government infrastructure investments expected to drive demand, the industry will likely experience steady growth. The emphasis on sustainability will further shape product offerings, pushing companies toward greener alternatives that align with national goals. As urbanization continues and population growth drives housing demand, the need for cement will increase correspondingly. Innovations to reduce carbon emissions will also play a critical role in maintaining competitiveness within the sector. While challenges exist, the combination of government support and industry innovation positions the market favourably for future growth. Potential Risks That Could Threaten Growth Despite a favourable outlook, several potential risks could threaten growth in the UAE cement industry: • Rising Import Levels: An increase in imported cement could undermine local production efforts, leading to potential shortages and higher prices that may adversely impact construction projects. • Economic Volatility: Fluctuations in economic conditions can significantly affect construction activity levels. A downturn could reduce demand for cement as infrastructure projects are postponed or cancelled. • Environmental Regulations: While stricter regulations may drive innovation, they can also impose additional costs on producers who must invest heavily in compliance measures and cleaner technologies. • Supply Chain Disruptions: Problems with getting things from all over the world can make it hard to find materials and ship them to where they're needed. This can make things more expensive and cause delays in making products. This market intelligence report from ConsTrack360 provides a detailed view of market opportunities in the cement industry. With over 50+ KPIs, covering construction markets, distribution channel, end-user, and products in United Arab Emirates, this databook offering primarily provides data-centric analysis with charts and tables. • Cement Market Dynamics: Provides a comprehensive data-centric view of size and structure, industry dynamics, and cement opportunities in the various end-user segments. • Distribution Channel: Provides an in-depth analysis of cement distribution channel across products at country level in value terms. • Cement Products: Provides demand analysis of market by 4 key segments: Portland Cement, Blended Cement, Specialty Cement, and Green Cement. This segment also includes in depth analysis of further sub-segments of 8 cement product types. ConsTrack360 research methodology is based on industry best practices. Its unbiased analysis leverages a proprietary analytics platform to offer a detailed view on emerging business and investment market opportunities.
This databook offering provides a detailed data-centric analysis of the cement industry, covering market opportunity, and industry dynamics by cement products and end-user, construction market and distribution channel. In addition, it also provides market size of the cement products and its demand analysis in United Arab Emirates. With over 50+ KPIs at the country level, this report provides comprehensive understanding of market dynamics at a more granular level. United Arab Emirates Cement Outlook: 10-year market size & forecast in value and volume United Arab Emirates Cement Outlook by product type: 10-year market size & forecast in value and volume • Portland cement • Blended Cement • Portland Cement • Specialty Cement • Green Cement United Arab Emirates Cement Market by type of Portland Cement, 2019-2028 • Type IS (X), Portland-Slag Cement • Type IP (X), Portland-Pozzolan Cement • Type IL (X), Portland-Limestone Cement • Type IT, Ternary Blended Cement United Arab Emirates Cement Market by type of Specialty Cement, 2019-2028 • Rapid Hardening Cement • High Alumina Cement • White Cement • Sulphate Resistant Cement • Others United Arab Emirates Cement Market by Key Markets, 2019-2028 • Residential Buildings • Non-Residential Buildings • Infrastructure & Other Markets United Arab Emirates Cement Market by Distribution Channel, 2019-2028 • Direct Channel • Indirect Channel United Arab Emirates Cement Market by End-User, 2019-2028 • Ready-Mix Concrete Producers • Consumers • Concrete Product Manufacturers • Other End Users United Arab Emirates Cement Market Share by Key Players, 2023 United Arab Emirates Cement Market Top Import Destinations, 2023 United Arab Emirates Cement Market Top Export Destinations, 2023
• Comprehensive Analysis of Cement Market Dynamics: Gain an extensive understanding of the cement market by exploring opportunities, industry dynamics, key trends, and the factors driving and restraining growth across over 50 market segments. • Detailed Segmentation of Cement Products: This report delivers a thorough demand analysis for four primary segments of the cement industry (Portland, Blended, Specialty, Green), encompassing eight types of cement products, various end-users (residential, non-residential, infrastructure), and distribution channels. • Formulate Market-Specific Strategies: Identify lucrative growth segments and target specific opportunities to craft your strategy; evaluate key trends, drivers, and risks unique to the cement sector. • Competitive Landscape Assessment: Analyze market share by recognizing key players in the cement market and understanding their respective shares. • Insights into Import & Export Trends: Acquire valuable insights into the cement trade by identifying top import and export destinations.
1. About this Report 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Research Methodology 1.3 Definitions 1.4 Disclaimer 2. United Arab Emirates Cement Industry Dynamics and Growth Prospects 2.1 United Arab Emirates Cement Industry Market Size and Forecast By Value, 2019 – 2028 2.2 United Arab Emirates Cement Industry Market Size and Forecast By Volume, 2019 – 2028 3. United Arab Emirates Cement Market Dynamics by type 3.1 United Arab Emirates Market Share Trend Analysis by Type of Cement, 2019 – 2028 3.2 United Arab Emirates Portland cement Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 3.3 United Arab Emirates Blended Cement Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 3.4 United Arab Emirates Speciality Cement Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 3.5 United Arab Emirates Green Cement Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 4. United Arab Emirates Blended Cement Type Demand Analysis and Outlook 4.1 United Arab Emirates Market Share Trend Analysis by Blended Cement Type, 2019 – 2028 4.2 United Arab Emirates Type IS (X), Portland-Slag Cement Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 4.3 United Arab Emirates Type IP (X), Portland-Pozzolan Cement Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 4.4 United Arab Emirates Type IL (X), Portland-Limestone Cement Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 4.5 United Arab Emirates Type IT, Ternary Blended Cement Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 5. United Arab Emirates Speciality Cement Type Demand Analysis and Outlook 5.1 United Arab Emirates Market Share Trend Analysis by Speciality Cement Type, 2019 – 2028 5.2 United Arab Emirates Rapid Hardening Cement Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 5.3 United Arab Emirates High Alumina Cement Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 5.4 United Arab Emirates White Cement Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 5.5 United Arab Emirates Sulphate Resistant Cement Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 5.6 United Arab Emirates Other Cement Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 6. United Arab Emirates Cement Dynamics and Outlook by Distribution Channel 6.1 United Arab Emirates Market Share Trend Analysis by Distribution Channel, 2019 – 2028 6.2 United Arab Emirates Direct Distribution Channel Cement Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 6.3 United Arab Emirates Indirect Distribution Channel Cement Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 7. United Arab Emirates Cement Dynamics and Outlook by Markets 7.1 United Arab Emirates Market Share Trend Analysis by Cement Markets, 2019 – 2028 7.2 United Arab Emirates Cement in Residential Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 7.3 United Arab Emirates Cement in Non-residential Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 7.4 United Arab Emirates Cement in Infrastructure & Other Markets Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 8. United Arab Emirates Residential Cement Market Dynamics and Outlook 8.1 United Arab Emirates Market Share Trend Analysis by Residential Cement by Construction Stage, 2019 – 2028 8.2 United Arab Emirates Renovation in Residential Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 8.3 United Arab Emirates New construction in Residential Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 9. United Arab Emirates Non-Residential Cement Market Dynamics and Outlook 9.1 United Arab Emirates Market Share Trend Analysis by Non-Residential Cement by Construction Stage, 2019 – 2028 9.2 United Arab Emirates Renovation in Non-Residential Construction Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 9.3 United Arab Emirates New construction in Non-Residential Cement Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 10. United Arab Emirates Infrastructure & Other Cement Market Dynamics and Outlook 10.1 United Arab Emirates Market Share Trend Analysis by Infrastructure & Other Cement by Construction Stage, 2019 – 2028 10.2 United Arab Emirates Renovation in Infrastructure & Other Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 10.3 United Arab Emirates New construction in Infrastructure & Other Cement Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 11. United Arab Emirates Cement Dynamics and Outlook by End-User 11.1 United Arab Emirates Market Share Trend Analysis by Cement End-User, 2019 – 2028 11.2 United Arab Emirates Ready-Mix Concrete Producers Cement Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 11.3 United Arab Emirates Consumers Cement Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 11.4 United Arab Emirates Concrete Product Manufacturers Cement Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 11.5 United Arab Emirates Others Cement Market Size and Forecast, 2019 – 2028 12. United Arab Emirates Cement Market Share by Key Players, 2023 13. United Arab Emirates Construction Cement Import and Export Analysis by Countries 13.1 United Arab Emirates Top Cement Export Destinations, 2023 13.2 United Arab Emirates Top Cement Import Destinations, 2023
Table 1: United Arab Emirates Cement – Market Size by value (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 2: United Arab Emirates Cement – Market Size by volume (Million Tons), 2019-2028 Table 3: United Arab Emirates Portland Cement – Market Size by value (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 4: United Arab Emirates Portland Cement – Market Size by volume (Thousand Tons), 2019-2028 Table 5: United Arab Emirates Blended Cement – Market Size by value (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 6: United Arab Emirates Blended Cement – Market Size by volume (Thousand Tons), 2019-2028 Table 7: United Arab Emirates Specialty Cement – Market Size by value (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 8: United Arab Emirates Specialty Cement – Market Size by volume (Thousand Tons), 2019-2028 Table 9: United Arab Emirates Green Cement – Market Size by value (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 10: United Arab Emirates Green Cement – Market Size by volume (Thousand Tons), 2019-2028 Table 11: United Arab Emirates Type IS (X), Portland-Slag Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 12: United Arab Emirates Type IP (X), Portland-Pozzolan Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 13: United Arab Emirates Type IL (X), Portland-Limestone Cement - Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 14: United Arab Emirates Type IT, Ternary Blended Cement– Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 15: United Arab Emirates Rapid Hardening Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 16: United Arab Emirates High Alumina Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 17: United Arab Emirates White Cement - Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 18: United Arab Emirates Sulphate Resistant Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 19: United Arab Emirates Other Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 20: United Arab Emirates Direct Distribution Channel Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 21: United Arab Emirates Indirect Distribution Channel Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 22: United Arab Emirates Cement In Residential – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 37 Table 23: United Arab Emirates Cement In Non-residential – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 24: United Arab Emirates Cement In Infrastructure & Other – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 25: United Arab Emirates Renovation in Residential Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 26: United Arab Emirates New Construction in Residential Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 27: United Arab Emirates Renovation in Non-Residential Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 28: United Arab Emirates New Construction in Non-Residential Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 29: United Arab Emirates Renovation in Infrastructure & Other Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 30: United Arab Emirates New Construction in Infrastructure & Other Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 31: United Arab Emirates Ready-Mix Concrete Producers Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 32: United Arab Emirates Consumers Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 33: United Arab Emirates Concrete Product Manufacturers Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Table 34: United Arab Emirates Others Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028
Figure 1: ConsTrack360 Research Methodology Figure 2: United Arab Emirates Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 3: United Arab Emirates Cement – Market Size (Million Tons), 2019-2028 Figure 4: United Arab Emirates Cement – Market Share Trend Analysis by Type of Cement (%), 2023 Figure 5: United Arab Emirates Portland Cement – Market Sizeby value (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 6: United Arab Emirates Portland Cement – Market Size by volume (Thousand Tons), 2019-2028 Figure 7: United Arab Emirates Blended Cement – Market Size by value (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 8: United Arab Emirates Blended Cement – Market Size by volume (Thousand Tons), 2019-2028 Figure 9: United Arab Emirates Speciality Cement – Market Size by value (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 10: United Arab Emirates Specialty Cement – Market Size by volume (Thousand Tons), 2019-2028 Figure 11: United Arab Emirates Green Cement – Market Size by value (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 12: United Arab Emirates Green Cement – Market Size by volume (Thousand Tons), 2019-2028 Figure 13: United Arab Emirates Market Share Trend Analysis by Blended Cement Type (%), 2023 Figure 14: United Arab Emirates Type IS (X), Portland-Slag Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 15: United Arab Emirates Type IP (X), Portland-Pozzolan Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 16: United Arab Emirates Type IL (X), Portland-Limestone Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 17: United Arab Emirates Type IT, Ternary Blended Cement– Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 18: United Arab Emirates Market Share Trend Analysis by Speciality Cement Type (%), 2023 Figure 19: United Arab Emirates Rapid Hardening Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 20: United Arab Emirates High Alumina Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 21: United Arab Emirates White Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 22: United Arab Emirates Sulphate Resistant Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 23: United Arab Emirates Other Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 24: United Arab Emirates Market Share Trend Analysis by Distribution Channel (%), 2023 Figure 25: United Arab Emirates Direct Distribution Channel Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 26: United Arab Emirates Indirect Distribution Channel Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 27: United Arab Emirates Market Share Trend Analysis by Cement Markets (%), 2023 Figure 28: United Arab Emirates Cement In Residential – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 29: United Arab Emirates Cement In Non-residential – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 30: United Arab Emirates Cement in Infrastructure & Other – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 31: United Arab Emirates Market Share Trend Analysis by Residential Market by Construction Stage (%), 2023 Figure 32: United Arab Emirates Renovation in Residential Market Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 33: United Arab Emirates New Construction in Residential Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 34: United Arab Emirates Market Share Trend Analysis by Non-Residential Market by Construction Stage (%), 2023 Figure 35: United Arab Emirates Renovation in Non-Residential Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 36: United Arab Emirates New Construction in Non-Residential Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 37: United Arab Emirates Market Share Trend Analysis by Infrastructure & Other by Construction Stage (%), 2023 Figure 38: United Arab Emirates Renovation in Infrastructure & Other Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 39: United Arab Emirates New Construction in Infrastructure & Other Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 40: United Arab Emirates Market Share Trend Analysis by Cement End-User (%), 2023 Figure 41: United Arab Emirates Ready-Mix Concrete Producers Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 42: United Arab Emirates Consumers Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 43: United Arab Emirates Concrete Product Manufacturers Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 44: United Arab Emirates Others Cement – Market Size (USD Million), 2019-2028 Figure 45: United Arab Emirates Cement Market Share by Key Players, 2023 Figure 46: United Arab Emirates Top Cement Export Destinations, 2023 Figure 47: United Arab Emirates Top Cement Import Destinations, 2023
