MEA Machine Tools Market

Middle East and Africa (MEA) Machine Tools Market Size (2024 to 2032)

The machine tools market size in the Middle East and Africa was worth USD 77.70 billion in 2023. The MEA market is expected to grow from USD 80.19 billion in 2024 to USD 103.17 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 3.2% from 2024 to 2032. Machine tools are used to form metal or other hard materials through grinding, boring, cutting, or deformation. These tools can be controlled by conventional methods or automation, depending on the mode of operation.

MARKET OVERVIEW

The manufacturing industry and technological advances in machine tools, such as multi-axis and robotic arms, are some of the key drivers that drive the growth of the machine tool market in MEA. Advances in robotics and sudden increases in additive manufacturing will allow rapid market growth. The rapid expansion of the aerospace industry will create favorable growth opportunities for the regional market. In addition, the growing application of 3D printing in various fields, including medical, defense, and automotive, will further accelerate the growth of the machine tools market. The propensity of the metal processing sector to smart technologies, including man-machine interaction and unattended work, is growing. This factor will improve machine tool market trends. 

Also, the longer uptime and flexibility offered by advanced machines create a demand for machine tools. Manufacturers are focusing on the advanced network functions of machine tools to provide optimized uptime, high efficiency, and transparency. The increase of corporate interest in the industrial revolution known as Industry 4.0 is expected to contribute to the growth of the Middle East and Africa machine tool market. The introduction and updating of products through innovation allows for healthy growth during the forecast period.

Trade in the market is on the rise, and the emerging companies in the market have taken advantage of the growth. However, competition is very dynamic, and the industry is still in the transition phase in terms of automation. Besides, market participants are still in the stage of applying AI to all operations. This means that the manufacture of machine tools even takes a long time. The machine tool business is profitable, but the investment is considerable, and the profits ensure a solid customer base. In the future, industrial development is predicted to expand the machine tool market further, and suppliers will have more customers.

REPORT COVERAGE

This research report on the Middle East and Africa machine tools market has been segmented and sub-segmented based on the following categories.

Middle East and Africa (MEA) Machine Tools Market By Product Type 

• Cutting Machines
• Drilling Machines
• Forming Machines
• Turning Machines
• Grinding Machines
• Electrical Discharge Machines
• Others.

Among these, the cutting machines segment held the prominent share as they are used in the production of various tools and components that are likely to be subjected to stresses and impacts. The adoption of technologies like artificial intelligence and robotics is predicted to augment the revenue of this segment in the projection period.

Middle East and Africa (MEA) Machine Tools Market By End-User

• Automotive
• Industrial Manufacturing
• Aerospace and Defence
• Fabrication
• Precision Machinery
• Others.

Of these, the automotive industry was the dominant segment in the MEA market in 2023. Investments in the formulation and change of existing production units for electric and hybrid vehicles have led to the requirement for efficient machine tools in the region's automotive division. 

Middle East and Africa (MEA) Machine Tools Market By Country

• KSA
• UAE
• Israel
• rest of GCC countries
• South Africa
• Ethiopia
• Kenya
• Egypt
• Sudan
• rest of MEA

The Middle East and Africa region are expected to contribute positively to the market growth due to increased consumption in countries such as the GCC, South Africa, and North Africa. The area is home to some of the leading manufacturers. GCC is one of the primary consumers of machine tools in the MEA market. There has been significant growth and investment in the automotive industry, and the oil and gas and rail sectors in the MEA region, pushing the growth trajectory of the machine tools market forward.

KEY MARKET PLAYERS

Doosan Machine Tools, Komatsu, Yamazaki Mahjong, Trump, JTEKT, Duke of Amada, Hyundai Wire, MAG IAS GmbH, Makino, Schuler AG, and Okuma are some of the major companies in the Middle East and Africa machine tools market.

RECENT HAPPENINGS IN THE MARKET

• In June 2017, Allied Machine & Engineering acquired Superion Inc. of Xenia, Ohio, a manufacturer of cutting tools. The acquisition was initiated by the company to diversify its portfolio of machine tools.
• In August 2018, AMADA Holdings Co. Ltd. acquired an American manufacturer of metal-cutting machines called Marvel Manufacturing, Inc. That is why AMADA Holdings Co. Ltd. will be located in the metal cutting sector of the machine market tool.
• Doosan Machine Tool developed 'al doo CONTROL', an intelligent artificial intelligence factory platform. The launch of the smart factory platform will accelerate the market share of the machine tool.
• Hyundai WIA has a machine tool laboratory in Uiwang, Korea. This laboratory is used for extensive research on high-speed and high-precision machine tools.

RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

The research done takes place in two phases namely

Secondary Research The first phase of the research process is extensive secondary research and identification of the related intelligence. Secondary data is compiled from various sources. Extensive secondary research helps in generating hypotheses and identifying critical areas of interest that are investigated through primary research.

Primary Research This entails conducting hundreds of primary interviews with industry participants and commentators in order to validate the data points obtained from secondary research and to fill the data gaps. A primary interview provides first-hand information on the market size, market trends, growth trends, competitive landscape, future outlook, etc. It also helps in deciding the scope and deliverables of the study in terms of the requirements of the market. Primary research involves E-mail interactions, telephonic interviews as well as face-to-face interviews for each market, category, segment, and sub-segment across geographies.