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GCC Prefabricated Buildings Market Size Set to Expand at 7.9% During 2023–2029, Touching USD 8.01 Billion by 2029
GCC prefabricated buildings market is flourishing due to rapid urbanization, a growing need for affordable housing, government initiatives promoting sustainable construction, cost-efficiency, reduced construction time, and advancements in prefab technology.
BlueWeave Consulting, a leading strategic consulting and market research firm, in its recent study, estimated the GCC prefabricated buildings market size at USD 4.69 billion in 2022. During the forecast period between 2023 and 2029, BlueWeave expects the GCC prefabricated buildings market size to grow at a significant CAGR of 7.94% reaching a value of USD 8.01 billion by 2029. The prefabricated buildings market is driven by several key factors, including cost-efficiency, reduced construction time, sustainability, and flexibility in design. Prefabricated structures often offer cost savings due to streamlined production processes and reduced material wastage. Their quicker construction times make them appealing to various industries, such as commercial and residential real estate, where time is a critical factor. Also, the growing emphasis on sustainable construction practices and eco-friendly materials has boosted the demand for prefabricated buildings. Their modular nature allows for versatile design options, further fueling their popularity in the construction industry.
Prefabricated Buildings - Overview
Prefabricated buildings, often referred to as prefab or modular construction, involve the assembly of structural components in a factory before transportation to a construction site for final assembly. These structures can range from residential homes and commercial buildings to temporary shelters and industrial facilities. Prefabrication offers several advantages, including reduced construction time, cost savings, and improved quality control. It allows for greater customization and sustainability, as well as flexibility in design and function. Prefabricated buildings are a popular choice for various construction projects, offering efficiency and innovation in the construction industry.
Impact of COVID-19 on GCC Prefabricated Buildings Market
The GCC prefabricated buildings market witnessed a mixed impact due to COVID-19 pandemic and resultant stringent lockdown measures to contain it. The pandemic caused disruptions to the global supply chain, making it difficult and expensive to obtain materials and components for prefabricated buildings. Additionally, the pandemic led to labor shortages, as many workers were unable to work due to illness or quarantine requirements. As a result, the construction of prefabricated buildings was delayed or cancelled in many cases. On the other hand, the COVID-19 pandemic also led to an increased demand for prefabricated buildings in certain sectors, such as healthcare and education. This was due to the need for rapid construction of new facilities to accommodate the surge in COVID-19 patients and students across the GCC countries. The pandemic also accelerated the adoption of digital technologies in the construction industry, which is expected to benefit the GCC prefabricated buildings market in the long term.
GCC Prefabricated Buildings Market – By End User
Based on end user, GCC prefabricated buildings market is divided into Residential, Commercial, and Industrial segments. The residential sector segment is the largest in the market, which includes prefabricated homes, housing developments, and other residential construction projects. With a growing population and urbanization in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, there is a substantial demand for affordable and efficient housing solutions, making the Residential segment a prominent and rapidly expanding part of the prefabricated buildings market. Commercial and Industrial segments also play essential roles, but the Residential sector stands out as the most substantial in terms of market share and growth potential.
Competitive Landscape
GCC prefabricated buildings market is fiercely competitive. Major companies in the market include Cemex, Extra Co Group of Companies, Albaddad International, Speed House Group of Companies, Exeed Precast, RDB EL Seif Company Ltd, Memaar Building Systems (MBS), Specialist Services Group, Al Khodari Sons Company, and Red Sea International. These companies use various strategies, including increasing investments in their R&D activities, mergers, and acquisitions, joint ventures, collaborations, licensing agreements, and new product and service releases to further strengthen their position in the GCC prefabricated buildings market.
The in-depth analysis of the report provides information about growth potential, upcoming trends, and statistics of GCC Prefabricated Buildings Market. It also highlights the factors driving forecasts of total Market size. The report promises to provide recent technology trends in GCC Prefabricated Buildings Market and industry insights to help decision-makers make sound strategic decisions. Further, the report also analyzes the growth drivers, challenges, and competitive dynamics of the market.