United Arab Emirates (UAE) Water Sports Gear Market Overview, 2028

United Arab Emirates (UAE) Water Sports Gear Market Overview, 2028


The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a hotspot for water sports enthusiasts looking for spectacular aquatic adventures, thanks to the enormous expanses of the Arabian Gulf and the rugged grandeur of its desert landscapes. The UAE, with its year-round sunlight, scenic coastline, and sophisticated recreational infrastructure, provides an enticing playground for a wide range of water sports. The UAE's numerous water bodies give an assortment of chances for both locals and visitors to immerse themselves in aquatic adventure, from the towering waves of the Arabian Gulf that lure surfers to the peaceful waters of its bays and inlets, ideal for kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding. As this country's status as a global leisure and recreation destination grows, so does the market for water sports gear, with innovative equipment and apparel tailored to meet the special demands of the region's flourishing water sports culture. Whether it's the thrill of windsurfing along the coast or the serenity of snorkeling in coral-rich waters, the UAE's water sports gear market demonstrates the country's dedication to providing outstanding experiences for water enthusiasts of all levels. The UAE's mild climate and abundant sunshine make water sports a year-round activity. In contrast to regions with distinct seasons, the stable weather allows water sports enthusiasts to participate in activities such as kayaking, jet skiing, and snorkeling throughout the year, resulting in a steady demand for appropriate gear. The UAE offers a broad range of water bodies for various water sports activities, from the pristine beaches of the Arabian Gulf to the clear waters of the Indian Ocean and the calm inlets. This variety promotes the need for specialized equipment that caters to various environments and circumstances.

According to the research report ""United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Overview, 2028,"" published by Bonafide Research, the United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear market is anticipated to grow at 6.30% CAGR from 2023 to 2028. The UAE is a popular tourism destination with a diversified expat community. These features contribute to a multicultural and cosmopolitan environment where people from all over the world come to enjoy water sports. The market responds by providing a wide range of gear options to accommodate various preferences and skill levels. The UAE has established itself as a center for luxury tourism, which includes water sports. Premium water sports experiences are offered by high-end resorts and marinas, creating a need for top-tier, high-quality gear that corresponds with the affluent lifestyle sought by many tourists. Water sports outfit preferences in the UAE are influenced by strict cultural standards and religious beliefs. Water sports equipment that is modest while also providing comfort and functionality is in high demand, responding to the needs of both locals and tourists. The sporting goods and equipment industry is at the forefront of manufacturing a wide range of water sports equipment, such as kayaks, paddleboards, diving equipment, wetsuits, life jackets, and more. This industry's manufacturers are continually developing high-performance, safe, and comfortable gear for enthusiasts. The textile and fabric sector is critical in the production of materials used in water sports apparel such as wetsuits, rash guards, and drysuits. Fabric creation that provides insulation, flexibility, and durability is critical to ensuring the comfort and safety of water sports players.

Based on product type market is majorly segmented into water sports clothes (surfing apparel, swimwear, diving suit, water polo swimsuits and caps), boards (stand-up paddle board, windsurf boards, surfing, bodyboard), sailboat, swim mask & goggles (snorkel, snorkeling masks & diving mask), personal watercraft, life jackets , BCD (buoyancy control device), cylinder & diving propulsion vehicle, swim fins (snorkeling fins & diving fins), decompression chamber, and others (kayak accessories, surfing accessories, diving accessories, balls, goal posts, water shoes, watches, safety helmets). Board product type that include, stand-up paddle board, windsurf boards, and bodyboard are playing crucial role in the development of water sports gear market of UAE. The UAE's diverse water bodies, from the tranquil seas of its bays to the more difficult conditions of the Arabian Gulf, are ideal for a variety of water sports activities. SUP, windsurfing, and bodyboarding provide unique experiences for people of all skill levels and interests, leading to a thriving water sports culture. The UAE welcomes visitors and expatriates from all over the world, with many lured to the country's aquatic facilities. Stand-up paddle boarding, windsurfing, and bodyboarding are relatively easy water activities that appeal to both novices and experts, making them appealing options for visitors eager to try something new.

Based on distribution channel market is majorly segmented into franchise store, specialty store, online store, supermarket/hypermarket, and others (resort shops, boating and marine supply stores, direct sales, tour operators, etc.) Online store channel is expected to grow at the fastest rate during the forecast period. The UAE has one of the world's highest rates of internet access as well as a tech-savvy population. Online shopping allows people to browse and buy water sports equipment from the comfort of their own home, workplace, or mobile device, saving time and effort compared to traditional store visits. Online platforms sell a wide variety of water sports equipment, such as stand-up paddle boards, diving equipment, wetsuits, kayaks, and accessories. Consumers have access to a large range of items and brands, making it easier for them to locate the specific gear that suits their preferences and needs. Some of the key online stores in UAE that distribute water sports gear products include Amazon, Sun & Sand Sports, Decathlon, and many more.

Considered in this report:
• Geography: United Arab Emirates
• Historic year: 2017
• Base year: 2022
• Estimated year: 2023
• Forecast year: 2028

Aspects covered in this report:
• United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear market with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation

By Product Type:
• Water sports Clothes (Surfing Apparel, Swimwear, Diving Suit, Water Polo Swimsuits and Caps)
• Boards (Stand-up Paddle Board, Windsurf Boards, Surfing, Bodyboard)
• Sailboat
• Swim Mask & Goggles (Snorkel, Snorkeling Masks & Diving Mask)
• Personal Watercraft
• Life Jackets
• BCD (Buoyancy Control Device)
• Cylinder & Diving Propulsion Vehicle
• Swim Fins (Snorkeling Fins & Diving Fins)
• Decompression Chamber
• Others (Kayak Accessories, Surfing Accessories, Diving Accessories, Balls, Goal Posts, Water Shoes, Watches, Safety Helmets)

By Age Group:
• Adults
• Kids
• Geriatric

By Distribution Channel:
• Franchise Store
• Specialty Store
• Online Store
• Supermarket/Hypermarket
• Others (Resort Shops, Boating and Marine Supply Stores, Direct Sales, Tour Operators, etc.)

The approach of the report:
This report consists of a combined approach of primary as well as secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and list out the companies that are present in the market. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, and annual reports of companies, analyzing the government-generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources primary research was conducted by making telephonic interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducting trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this we have started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting consumers into regional aspects, tier aspects, age groups, and gender. Once we have primary data with us we started verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience:
This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations & organizations related to the Water Sports Gear industry, government bodies, and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing & presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.


1. Executive Summary
2. Market Structure
2.1. Market Considerate
2.2. Assumptions
2.3. Limitations
2.4. Abbreviations
2.5. Sources
2.6. Definitions
2.7. Geography
3. Research Methodology
3.1. Secondary Research
3.2. Primary Data Collection
3.3. Market Formation & Validation
3.4. Report Writing, Quality Check & Delivery
4. United Arab Emirates Macro Economic Indicators
5. Market Dynamics
5.1. Key Findings
5.2. Key Developments - 2021
5.3. Market Drivers & Opportunities
5.4. Market Restraints & Challenges
5.5. Market Trends
5.6. Covid-19 Effect
5.7. Supply chain Analysis
5.8. Policy & Regulatory Framework
5.9. Industry Experts Views
6. United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Overview
6.1. Market Size By Value
6.2. Market Size and Forecast By Product Type
6.3. Market Size and Forecast By Age Group
6.4. Market Size and Forecast By Distribution Channel
7. United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Segmentations
7.1. United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market, By Product Type
7.1.1. United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size, By Water Sports Clothes, 2017-2028
7.1.2. United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size, By Boards, 2017-2028
7.1.3. United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size, By Sailboat, 2017-2028
7.1.4. United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size, By Swim Mask & Goggles, 2017-2028
7.1.5. United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size, By Personal Watercraft, 2017-2028
7.1.6. United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size, By Life Jackets, 2017-2028
7.1.7. United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size, By BCD (Buoyancy Control Device), 2017-2028
7.1.8. United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size, By Cylinder & Diving Propulsion Vehicle, 2017-2028
7.1.9. United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size, By Swim Fins, 2017-2028
7.1.10. United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size, By Decompression Chamber, 2017-2028
7.1.11. United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size, By Others, 2017-2028
7.2. United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market, By Age Group
7.2.1. United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size, By Adults, 2017-2028
7.2.2. United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size, By Kids, 2017-2028
7.2.3. United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size, By Geriatric, 2017-2028
7.3. United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market, By Distribution Channel
7.3.1. United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size, By Franchise Store, 2017-2028
7.3.2. United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size, By Specialty Store, 2017-2028
7.3.3. United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size, By Online Store, 2017-2028
7.3.4. United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size, By Supermarket/Hypermarket, 2017-2028
7.3.5. United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size, By Others, 2017-2028
8. United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Opportunity Assessment
8.1. By Product Type, 2023 to 2028
8.2. By Age Group, 2023 to 2028
8.3. By Distribution Channel, 2023 to 2028
9. Competitive Landscape
9.1. Porter's Five Forces
9.2. Company Profile
9.2.1. Company 1
9.2.1.1. Company Snapshot
9.2.1.2. Company Overview
9.2.1.3. Financial Highlights
9.2.1.4. Geographic Insights
9.2.1.5. Business Segment & Performance
9.2.1.6. Product Portfolio
9.2.1.7. Key Executives
9.2.1.8. Strategic Moves & Developments
9.2.2. Company 2
9.2.3. Company 3
9.2.4. Company 4
9.2.5. Company 5
9.2.6. Company 6
9.2.7. Company 7
9.2.8. Company 8
10. Strategic Recommendations
11. Disclaimer
List of Figures
Figure 1: United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size By Value (2017, 2022 & 2028F) (in USD Billion)
Figure 2: Market Attractiveness Index, By Product Type
Figure 3: Market Attractiveness Index, By Age Group
Figure 4: Market Attractiveness Index, By Distribution Channel
Figure 5: Porter's Five Forces of United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market
List of Table
Table 1 : Influencing Factors for United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market, 2022
Table 2: United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size and Forecast By Product Type (2017, 2022 & 2028F)
Table 3: United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size and Forecast By Age Group (2017, 2022 & 2028F)
Table 4: United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size and Forecast By Distribution Channel (2017, 2022 & 2028F)
Table 5: United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size of Water Sports Clothes (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 6: United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size of Boards (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 7: United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size of Sailboat (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 8: United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size of Swim Mask & Goggles (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 9: United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size of Personal Watercraft (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 10: United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size of Life Jackets (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 11: United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size of BCD (Buoyancy Control Device) (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 12: United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size of Cylinder & Diving Propulsion Vehicle (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 13: United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size of Swim Fins (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 14: United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size of Decompression Chamber (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 15: United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size of Others (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 16: United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size of Adults (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 17: United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size of Kids (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 18: United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size of Geriatric (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 19: United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size of Franchise Store (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 20: United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size of Specialty Store (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 21: United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size of Online Store (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 22: United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size of Supermarket/Hypermarket (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion
Table 23: United Arab Emirates Water Sports Gear Market Size of Others (2017 to 2028) in USD Billion

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