Middle East and North Africa Lidar For Weather Forecasting Market

Overview

Middle East and North Africa Lidar For Weather Forecasting Market reached US$ 13.7 million in 2023 and is expected to reach US$ 50.9 million by 2031, growing with a CAGR of 17.8% during the forecast period 2024-2031.

The Middle East and North Africa LiDAR market for weather forecasting is expanding rapidly, driven by the region's growing emphasis on modernizing weather prediction and monitoring systems. LiDAR technology provides precise and real-time atmospheric data, allowing for higher forecasting accuracy, especially in extreme weather conditions prevalent in the MENA region.

Seeding operations to increase rainfall demonstrate a proactive approach to managing weather patterns, particularly in desert countries such as Saudi Arabia. The procedures highlight the need for accurate weather forecasts. The greater emphasis on weather manipulation and prediction may fuel demand for advanced weather forecasting technology such as ENA Lidar. To boost rainfall, Saudi Arabia conducted a cloud seeding operation over three cities in 2022. As a result, Saudi Arabia is expected to expand at the siginificant growth rate over the foreseeable period.

Dynamics

LIDAR Revolutionizes Weather Forecasting with New Technology

Radar, satellites and ground station data are major sources of information for traditional weather forecasting. LIDAR provides three-dimensional, high-resolution data on air conditions, which adds another dimension. The assists meteorologists in comprehending the way weather systems conduct themselves, including temperature gradients, humidity levels and wind patterns.

For instance, On May 11, 2021, Based on LIDAR technology, Leonardo's SKIRON3D system offers meteorologists extremely accurate, comprehensive and three-dimensional observations. SKIRON3D, which uses a new generation LIDAR Doppler sensor to provide highly accurate and advanced weather forecasts, is crucial, especially in the aviation industry, provided the company's history and experience in developing meteorological radar systems and integrating them with airport sensors.

Miniaturization and Portability

Miniaturized Lidar systems allow for rapid installation and real-time monitoring of weather events and emergencies. In regions prone to sudden weather changes or extreme occurrences such as sandstorms or flash floods, having portable Lidar devices on hand enables rapid response operations, such as evacuation planning, resource allocation and disaster management.

Miniaturized Lidar devices allow for localized monitoring of meteorological conditions, providing deep insights into microclimates, urban heat islands and other local phenomena. The granularity improves weather forecast accuracy and allows for focused interventions in fields such as agriculture, urban planning and renewable energy in the MENA.

Lack of Infrastructure

Applications involving weather forecasting depend on real-time data transfer because meteorologists require prompt access to LIDAR observations to evaluate atmospheric conditions and produce precise forecasts. The transmission of LIDAR data to central processing facilities or meteorological agencies, however, can be hampered by poor internet connectivity in remote or rural parts of the MENA region. It can cause delays in prediction updates and lower the efficacy of early warning systems.

To produce useful forecasts and insights, LIDAR data obtained from remote sensing platforms must be processed, examined and combined with additional meteorological observations. The timely processing and interpretation of LIDAR data may be hampered by the lack of advanced data processing facilities and computing infrastructure in particular MENA, which would restrict the data's usefulness for weather forecasting applications.

Segment Analysis

The Middle East and North Africa Lidar For Weather Forecasting market is segmented based on type, component, forecast and region.

The Potential of Long-Range Lidar Systems in the MENA Landscape

Long-range lidar systems are capable of covering large regions, such as the extensive deserts, mountain ranges and coastal areas characteristic of the Middle East and North Africa. Large-scale monitoring ensures thorough weather data collecting, which is essential for precise forecasting in a variety of climates and geographies.

In 2019, In the Middle East markets, Optex introduced long-range Lidar. Actual demonstrations of Optex's recently improved long-range RLS-3060 Lidar series were given at their exhibit in 2019. With four detection areas that may be independently set via an analogue connection and up to eight areas that can be adjusted via an IP connection, the long-range RLS-3060L boasts a detection range of up to thirty metres.

The detection zones can be specified precisely because Area Allocation and Masking tools are included. The detecting area of the more advanced RLS-3060-SH model is extended to a 50 m radius in horizontal mode and is built for harder conditions. A person standing or kneeling more than 100 metres away can be detected by it when in vertical detection mode. Therefore, the long range segment captures the majority of the total regional segmental shares.

Geographical Penetration

Installing a LIDAR system at HIA by Bayanat Engineering Qatar Creates growth Prospects

In November 2023, Bayanat Engineering Qatar has completed the "Supply and Installation of LIDAR System at HIA" project, marking a significant accomplishment. Leading provider of innovative technology solutions, Bayanat Engineering Qatar, has announced the successful completion of its innovative project for the Qatar Meteorology Department of the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority, in collaboration with Vaisala. A major achievement for Qatar is the "Supply and Installation of LIDAR System at HIA" project.

The installation of the LIDAR system at Hamad International Airport addresses a significant gap in existing meteorological forecasting and represents a significant advancement. The latest technology, which is a first for the MENA area, guarantees unmatched precision dependability and constant awareness of the boundary layer and other important parameters. By enabling improved forecasting, well-informed decision-making and more efficient crisis management, the scanning LIDAR technology puts Qatar at the forefront of meteorological innovations. Therefore, the Qatar is witnessing the signifcant CAGR growth in the regional market during the forecasted period..

Competitive Landscape

The major global players in the market include Vaisala, Sick AG, Aerometrex, Lockheed Martin, Hexagon AB, Teledyne Geospatial, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, LEONARDO Germany GmbH, Fraunhofer Institute for Atmospheric Physics and ArabiaWeather

COVID-19 Impact

The production and delivery of weather LiDAR systems were impacted by the COVID-19 epidemic, which caused problems in international supply chains. Project schedules and deployments were delayed due to the production and installation of lidar equipment being impeded by lockdowns, travel restrictions and social distancing measures. It also affected numerous lidar firms' revenues.

The development of new lidar technologies and the implementation of new projects accelerated once again as a result of the drop in COVID-19 cases. It is anticipated that new lidar weather forecasting projects will continue to expand in numerous countries throughout the MENA region in the post-pandemic period.

AI Impact

By automatically modifying parameters like scanning patterns, laser pulse frequency and data-gathering tactics based on meteorological conditions and projected requirements, artificial intelligence could optimize the performance of LiDAR systems. The optimizes the use of LiDAR technology and ensures effective data collecting.

In June 2023, An Israeli startup raised US$ 87 million funds to provide companies with location-specific, real-time weather forecasts. Artificial intelligence is used by Tomorrow.io to forecast the weather that will affect the operations of a company, issue alerts when danger is expected and make recommendations for reducing it. A satellite with precipitation radar that will transmit samples of the world's "richest and most comprehensive precipitation dataset," according to the corporation, has also been safely launched into orbit.

Russia-Ukraine War Impact

Conflicts may cause disruptions to international supply chains, which could affect the MENA region's access to LiDAR equipment, services and components. Weather forecasting system installation and operation may be impacted by shortages or delays in obtaining the required technologies.

By Type

• Terrestrial
• Aerial
• Mobile

By Component

• Laser
• Inertial Navigation System
• Camera
• GPS GNSS
• Micro Electro Mechanical System

By Forecast

• Nowcast
• Short-Range
• Medium-Range
• Extended-Range
• Long-Range

By Country

• Saudi Arabia
• UAE
• Oman
• Bahrain
• Qatar
• Kuwait
• Egypt
• Iran
• Iraq
• Israel
• Rest of Middle East and North Africa

Key Developments

• In May 2021, the Light Detection and Ranging technology that powers Leonardo's SKIRON3D system is enabling meteorologists to perform highly precise, wide-ranging and three-dimensional measurements.
• In January 2019, to transform dust forecasting in the Middle East and North Africa, ArabiaWeather, a leader in weather technology and Raymetrics SA, a producer of Lidar devices is collaborating internationally.
• In 2019, Optex has entered the Middle East market with long-range Lidar with RLS-3060 Lidar Series.

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