GCC Waste Management Market, By Waste Type (Industrial Waste, Municipal Solid Waste, Hazardous Waste, E-Waste, Plastic Waste, Bio-Medical Waste); By Disposal Method (Collection, Landfills, Incineration, Recycling); By Region (Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar,

GCC Waste Management Market, By Waste Type (Industrial Waste, Municipal Solid Waste, Hazardous Waste, E-Waste, Plastic Waste, Bio-Medical Waste); By Disposal Method (Collection, Landfills, Incineration, Recycling); By Region (Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates), Competitive Landscape & Forecast, 2019–2029


GCC Waste Management Market Size Set to Grow at Significant CAGR of 6.07% to Touch USD 78.5 Billion by 2029

GCC waste management market is flourishing due to rapid urbanization, industrialization, and population growth leading to increased waste generation. Government regulations promoting sustainable practices, growing environmental awareness, and a rising focus on recycling and waste-to-energy (WtE) initiatives are also significant factors fueling market growth.

BlueWeave Consulting, a leading strategic consulting and market research firm, in its recent study, estimated the GCC waste management market size at USD 55.11 billion in 2022. During the forecast period between 2023 and 2029, BlueWeave expects the GCC waste management market size to grow at a CAGR of 6.07% reaching a value of USD 78.47 billion by 2029. The GCC waste management market is driven by several factors, including rapid population growth, urbanization, and industrialization in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. These trends generate a substantial increase in waste production, necessitating efficient waste management solutions. Also, stringent environmental regulations and growing awareness about sustainability have prompted governments and businesses to invest in advanced waste disposal and recycling technologies. Rising concerns about pollution and the depletion of natural resources further fuel the demand for waste management services. Therefore, the GCC waste management market continues to expand to address these pressing environmental challenges.

GCC Waste Management Market – Overview

Waste management refers to the systematic collection, transportation, disposal, and recycling of waste materials to minimize environmental and public health impacts. It involves various processes, such as waste reduction, reuse, recycling, and proper disposal of non-recyclable waste. Effective waste management is crucial to mitigate pollution, conserve resources, and reduce landfill usage. It encompasses both residential and industrial waste and requires coordination between government agencies, businesses, and individuals to implement sustainable practices. Sustainable waste management solutions, like composting and waste-to-energy (WtE) technologies, are increasingly important in addressing the global challenges of waste generation and environmental sustainability.

Impact of COVID-19 on GCC Waste Management Market

The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted GCC waste management market. With lockdowns and restrictions, there was a surge in household waste generation due to increased time spent at home. However, the commercial sector witnessed a decline in waste production as many businesses temporarily closed. This shift in waste composition strained existing waste management infrastructure and increased operational costs for waste collection and disposal services. Also, safety measures and workforce shortages affected the efficiency of waste management operations. Despite these challenges, the pandemic also highlighted the importance of resilient and sustainable waste management systems in the region, leading to potential future investments in modernizing waste infrastructure.

GCC Waste Management Market – By Disposal Method

By disposal method, GCC waste management market is divided into Collection, Landfills, Incineration, and Recycling segments. Recycling stands out as the largest and most significant segment. Recycling efforts in the GCC region are gaining prominence due to growing environmental awareness and sustainability initiatives. The recycling segment involves the collection and processing of recyclable materials to reduce waste and conserve resources. It not only contributes to waste reduction but also aligns with global sustainability goals. While other segments, such as collection, landfills, and incineration are crucial, recycling takes the lead in promoting a greener and more sustainable future in the GCC waste management landscape.

Competitive Landscape

GCC waste management market is fiercely competitive. Major companies in the market include Averda, EnviroServe, Suez Middle East Recycling LLC, Green Mountains, Blue LLC, Envac, SEPCO Environment, BEEAH Group, Dulsco Qatar, and Al Haya Enviro. 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 GCC waste management market.

The in-depth analysis of the report provides information about growth potential, upcoming trends, and statistics of GCC Waste Management Market. It also highlights the factors driving forecasts of total market size. The report promises to provide recent technology trends in GCC Waste Management Market and industry insights to help decision-makers make sound strategic decisions. Furthermore, the report also analyzes the growth drivers, challenges, and competitive dynamics of the market.


1. Research Framework
1.1. Research Objective
1.2. Waste Type Overview
1.3. Market Segmentation
2. Executive Summary
3. GCC Waste Management Market Insights
3.1. Industry Value Chain Analysis
3.2. DROC Analysis
3.2.1. Growth Drivers
3.2.1.1. Rising awareness among the public & government agencies about the modern solutions to contend the excessive growth of waste
3.2.1.2. Increasing E-waste generation in gulf cooperation council region
3.2.1.3. Surging consciousness and environmental integrity
3.2.2. Restraints
3.2.2.1. Lack of Recycling Infrastructure
3.2.2.2. Low awareness regarding proper waste disposal and recycling practices.
3.2.3. Opportunities
3.2.3.1. Surge to develop solutions for waste to energy
3.2.3.2. Rapid urbanization
3.2.4. Challenges
3.2.4.1. Limited landfill space
3.2.4.2. Regulatory compliance and standards
3.3. Technological Advancements/Recent Developments
3.4. Regulatory Framework
3.5. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
3.5.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
3.5.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
3.5.3. Threat of New Entrants
3.5.4. Threat of Substitutes
3.5.5. Intensity of Rivalry
4. GCC Waste Management Market Overview
4.1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2029
4.1.1. By Value (USD Million)
4.2. Market Share and Forecast
4.2.1. By Waste Type
4.2.1.1. Industrial Waste
4.2.1.2. Municipal Solid Waste
4.2.1.3. Hazardous Waste
4.2.1.4. E-Waste
4.2.1.5. Plastic Waste
4.2.1.6. Bio-medical Waste
4.2.2. By Disposal Method
4.2.2.1. Collection
4.2.2.2. Landfills
4.2.2.3. Incineration
4.2.2.4. Recycling
4.2.3. By Region
4.2.3.1. Bahrain
4.2.3.2. Kuwait
4.2.3.3. Oman
4.2.3.4. Qatar
4.2.3.5. Saudi Arabia
4.2.3.6. United Arab Emirates
5. Bahrain Waste Management Market
5.1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2029
5.1.1. By Value (USD Million)
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
5.2.1. By Waste Type
5.2.2. By Disposal Method
5.2.3. By End User
5.2.4. By Technique
6. Kuwait Waste Management Market
6.1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2029
6.1.1. By Value (USD Million)
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.2.1. By Waste Type
6.2.2. By Disposal Method
7. Oman Waste Management Market
7.1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2029
7.1.1. By Value (USD Million)
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.2.1. By Waste Type
7.2.2. By Disposal Method
8. Qatar Waste Management Market
8.1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2029
8.1.1. By Value (USD Million)
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.2.1. By Waste Type
8.2.2. By Disposal Method
9. Saudi Arabia Waste Management Market
9.1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2029
9.1.1. By Value (USD Million)
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
9.2.1. By Waste Type
9.2.2. By Disposal Method
10. United Arab Emirates Waste Management Market
10.1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2029
10.1.1. By Value (USD Million)
10.2. Market Share & Forecast
10.2.1. By Waste Type
10.2.2. By Disposal Method
11. Competitive Landscape
11.1. List of Key Players and Their Offerings
11.2. GCC Waste Management Market Share Analysis, 2022
11.3. Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating Parameters
11.4. Key Strategic Developments (Mergers, Acquisitions, Partnerships, etc.)
12. Impact of Covid-19 on GCC Waste Management Market
13. Company Profile (Company Overview, Financial Matrix, Competitive Landscape, Key Personnel, Key Competitors, Contact Address, Strategic Outlook, SWOT Analysis)
13.1. Averda
13.2. EnviroServe
13.3. Suez Middle East Recycling LLC
13.4. Green Mountains
13.5. Blue LLC
13.6. Envac
13.7. SEPCO Environment
13.8. BEEAH Group
13.9. Dulsco Qatar
13.10. Al Haya Enviro
13.11. Other Prominent Players
14. Key Strategic Recommendations
15. Research Methodology
15.1. Qualitative Research
15.1.1. Primary & Secondary Research
15.2. Quantitative Research
15.3. Market Breakdown & Data Triangulation
15.3.1. Secondary Research
15.3.2. Primary Research
15.4. Breakdown of Primary Research Respondents, By Region
15.5. Assumptions & Limitations
*Financial information of non-listed companies can be provided as per availability.
**The segmentation and the companies are subject to modifications based on in-depth secondary research for the final deliverable
List of Figures
Figure 1 GCC Waste Management Market Segmentation
Figure 2 GCC Waste Management Market Value Chain Analysis
Figure 3 Company Market Share Analysis, 2022
Figure 4 GCC Waste Management Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2029
Figure 5 GCC Waste Management Market Share, By Waste Type, By Value, 2019–2029
Figure 6 GCC Waste Management Market Share, By Disposal Method, By Value, 2019–2029
Figure 7 GCC Waste Management Market Share, By Country, By Value, 2019–2029
Figure 8 Bahrain Waste Management Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019−2029
Figure 9 Bahrain Waste Management Market Share, By Waste Type, By Value, 2019−2029
Figure 10 Bahrain Waste Management Market Share, By Disposal Method, By Value, 2019−2029
Figure 11 Kuwait Waste Management Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019−2029
Figure 12 Kuwait Waste Management Market Share, By Waste Type, By Value, 2019−2029
Figure 13 Kuwait Waste Management Market Share, By Disposal Method, By Value, 2019−2029
Figure 14 Oman Waste Management Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019−2029
Figure 15 Oman Waste Management Market Share, By Waste Type, By Value, 2019−2029
Figure 16 Oman Waste Management Market Share, By Disposal Method, By Value, 2019−2029
Figure 17 Qatar Waste Management Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019−2029
Figure 18 Qatar Waste Management Market Share, By Waste Type, By Value, 2019−2029
Figure 19 Qatar Waste Management Market Share, By Disposal Method, By Value, 2019−2029
Figure 20 Saudi Arabia Waste Management Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019−2029
Figure 21 Saudi Arabia Waste Management Market Share, By Waste Type, By Value, 2019−2029
Figure 22 Saudi Arabia Waste Management Market Share, By Disposal Method, By Value, 2019−2029
Figure 23 United Arab Emirates Waste Management Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019−2029
Figure 24 United Arab Emirates Waste Management Market Share, By Waste Type, By Value, 2019−2029
Figure 25 United Arab Emirates Waste Management Market Share, By Disposal Method, By Value, 2019−2029
List of Tables
Table 1 GCC Waste Management Market Size, By Waste Type, By Value, 2019−2029
Table 2 GCC Waste Management Market Size, By Disposal Method, By Value, 2019−2029
Table 3 GCC Waste Management Market Size, By Country, By Value, 2019−2029
Table 4 Bahrain Waste Management Market Size, By Waste Type, By Value, 2019−2029
Table 5 Bahrain Waste Management Market Size, By Disposal Method, By Value, 2019−2029
Table 6 Kuwait Waste Management Market Size, By Waste Type, By Value, 2019−2029
Table 7 Kuwait Waste Management Market Size, By Disposal Method, By Value, 2019−2029
Table 8 Oman Waste Management Market Size, By Waste Type, By Value, 2019−2029
Table 9 Oman Waste Management Market Size, By Disposal Method, By Value, 2019−2029
Table 10 Qatar Waste Management Market Size, By Waste Type, By Value, 2019−2029
Table 11 Qatar Waste Management Market Size, By Disposal Method, By Value, 2019−2029
Table 12 Saudi Arabia Waste Management Market Size, By Waste Type, By Value, 2019−2029
Table 13 Saudi Arabia Waste Management Market Size, By Disposal Method, By Value, 2019−2029
Table 14 United Arab Emirates Waste Management Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019−2029
Table 15 United Arab Emirates Waste Management Market Share, By Waste Type, By Value, 2019−2029
Table 16 United Arab Emirates Waste Management Market Share, By Disposal Method, By Value, 2019−2029
Table 17 Averda Company Overview
Table 18 Averda Financial Overview
Table 19 EnviroServe Company Overview
Table 20 EnviroServe Financial Overview
Table 21 Suez Middle East Recycling LLC Company Overview
Table 22 Suez Middle East Recycling LLC Financial Overview
Table 23 Green Mountains Company Overview
Table 24 Green Mountains Financial Overview
Table 25 Blue LLC Company Overview
Table 26 Blue LLC Financial Overview
Table 27 Envac Company Overview
Table 28 Envac Financial Overview
Table 29 SEPCO Environment Company Overview
Table 30 SEPCO Environment Financial Overview
Table 31 BEEAH Group Company Overview
Table 32 BEEAH Group Financial Overview
Table 33 Dulsco Qatar Company Overview
Table 34 Dulsco Qatar Financial Overview
Table 35 Al Haya Enviro Company Overview
Table 36 Al Haya Enviro Financial Overview

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