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United Arab Emirates Construction Industry Databook 2025 | UAE Construction Market Set to Grow at 4.8% CAGR (2025-2029), Reaching a Forecasted AED 242.33 Billion by 2029 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "United Arab Emirates Construction Industry Databook Series - Market Size & Forecast by Value and Volume, Q1 2025 Update" has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

The construction industry in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is on an upward trajectory, anticipated to grow by 6.2% annually to reach a value of AED 189.59 billion in 2025. With a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3% from 2020 to 2024, the market is expected to further expand at a CAGR of 4.8% from 2025 to 2029, reaching approximately AED 242.33 billion by 2029.

Residential construction in the UAE is fueled by economic and population growth, government initiatives, and private investments. However, challenges such as rising costs and supply risks necessitate strategic planning. Innovation and sustainability are crucial to sustain momentum.

Macroeconomic factors such as inflation and supply chain disruptions have impacted residential construction costs, particularly for materials like steel and cement, which experienced price surges in 2022-2023. Fortunately, robust housing demand, driven by urbanization and expatriate investment, helps balance the equation.

The project landscape is marked by major developments, including Emaar Properties' new Dubai projects and Abu Dhabi's extensive housing programs. The UAE government has also fostered significant housing initiatives to boost supply and ensure stability, further underscoring the sector's growth potential.

The commercial construction sector is driven by the UAE's booming tourism industry and business activity surge, positioning the country as a global business and travel hub. High-profile mixed-use developments and new office towers highlight market recovery, while innovative hospitality projects garner investment interest.

Government policies focusing on promoting business, tourism, and infrastructure support this growth, with initiatives like the UAE Tourism Strategy 2031 aiming to boost tourism's GDP contribution substantially. The UAE's commercial sector faces challenges, including oversupply risks and rising costs, but remains robust overall.

Institutional construction is critical for social development, supported by strong governmental backing and fiscal allocations targeting education and healthcare expansion. Key projects include new schools and hospitals alongside cultural centers, demonstrating the UAE's commitment to world-class public infrastructure.

Macroeconomic drivers like population growth mandate expanded institutional facilities, though risks like stakeholder management complexities and rising costs present challenges. Successful projects will hinge on effective coordination and innovation.

In industrial construction, the UAE's commitment to economic diversification fosters significant opportunities. The industrial scene is buoyed by initiatives like Operation 300bn, promoting large-scale projects to enhance local production capacity, underscoring the UAE's role as a competitive regional hub.

The UAE's infrastructure construction spans diverse sectors, with ongoing investments underpinned by strategies such as UAE Centennial 2071. Mega projects like Etihad Rail highlight a commitment to supporting urban expansion and global connectivity. However, rising costs and supply chain uncertainties pose challenges that necessitate innovative construction practices.

In summary, the UAE construction market offers vast opportunities across residential, commercial, institutional, industrial, and infrastructure sectors. Continued governmental support, strategic project alignment, and focused innovation are key to navigating the complex challenges and driving sustainable growth in the coming years.

Key Topics Covered:

  • United Arab Emirates Construction Industry Dynamics and Growth Prospects
  • Key economic indicators of United Arab Emirates
  • United Arab Emirates Building Construction Analysis by Key Cities
  • United Arab Emirates Residential Construction Industry Market Size and Forecast
  • Analysis by Residential Construction Markets Outlook by Construction type
  • Analysis by Residential Construction Markets Outlook by Key Cities
  • Analysis by Residential Construction Markets Outlook by Price Point
  • United Arab Emirates Commercial Construction Industry Market Size and Forecast
  • Office Building Construction Outlook
  • Retail Building Construction Outlook
  • Hospitality Building Construction Outlook
  • Restaurant Building Construction Outlook
  • Sports Facility Building Construction Outlook
  • Other Commercial Building Construction Outlook
  • United Arab Emirates Institutional Construction Industry Market Size and Forecast
  • Outlook and Growth Dynamics by Institutional Building Construction Sectors
  • United Arab Emirates Industrial Construction Industry Market Size and Forecast
  • Outlook and Growth Dynamics by Industrial Building Construction Sectors
  • Infrastructure Construction Outlook
  • United Arab Emirates Marine and Inland Water Infrastructure Construction Industry Market Size and Forecast
  • United Arab Emirates Utility System Infrastructure Construction Industry Market Size and Forecast
  • United Arab Emirates Transport Infrastructure Construction Industry Market Size and Forecast
  • United Arab Emirates Construction Industry Market Size and Forecast by Cost Type
  • United Arab Emirates Construction Cost Industry Market Size and Forecast by Type of Material
  • United Arab Emirates Construction Cost Industry Market Size and Forecast by Labour
  • United Arab Emirates Construction Industry Market Size and Forecast by Building Type
  • United Arab Emirates Construction Industry Market Size and Forecast by Renovation Building Type
  • United Arab Emirates Construction Industry Market Size and Forecast by New Building
  • United Arab Emirates Construction Industry Market Size and Forecast by Material Cost
  • United Arab Emirates Construction Industry Market Size and Forecast by Construction Worker

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