Middle East and North Africa GIS Application Development Market

Overview

Middle East and North Africa GIS Application Development Market reached US$ 693.3 Million in 2023 and is expected to reach US$ 1191.2 Million by 2031, growing with a CAGR of 7.0% during the forecast period 2024-2031.

Governments in the region are putting money into GIS technology as part of their initiatives to upgrade public services, promote economic growth, modernize infrastructure and improve urban planning. The need for GIS Application Development is fueled by initiatives like digital transformation, smart cities and national spatial data infrastructure (NSDI) programs. The demand for GIS solutions to assist urban planning, transportation management, utility infrastructure development and land management is being driven by the region's fast urbanization and major infrastructure development. GIS Application Development facilitates efficient management and optimization of infrastructure projects.

The growing product offerings by major key players help to boost market growth over the forecast period. For instance, in 2021, MipMap Technologies announced the continuation of providing GIS-based solutions to a long-standing client, Geotech Overseas of Saudi Arabia, on an agreement with the Municipality of Jeddah for a GIS project made up of a collection of existing geospatial data, 3D topographic mapping and data conversion and integration on an area of approximately 2,400 km2.

Saudi Arabia is a dominating country in the GIS Application Development market due to the growing product launches by the major key players helping to boost the country's market growth over the forecast year. For instance, on December 14, 2023, Saudi Arabia launched an online platform dedicated to Geographical Information Systems (GIS). The digital platform is an aspect of the nation's continuous initiatives to enhance its infrastructure for technology and provide enterprises with greater authority.

Dynamics

Increased Demand for Spatial Solutions

The region is rapidly becoming more urbanized and infrastructure is being developed in several different industries. After Sub-Saharan Africa, the region has experienced the second-fastest average annual rate of urban development globally over the last 20 years. Arab Cities Resilience estimates that the percentage of people who reside in urban areas reached 55.6% in 2015 and is projected to reach 58% by 2031.

The overall number of individuals living in urban settings has increased in each subregion: the GCC saw an increase from 43.3 million to 54.6 million in 2031; the Mashreq saw an increase from 88.5 million in 2015 to 121.6 million in 2031; the Maghreb saw an increase from 64.1 million to 82.6 million in 2031. To fulfill the increasing demand for spatial solutions in these sectors, GIS Application Development offers crucial tools and technology for effective infrastructure development, land management and urban planning.

To raise urban living standards, sustainability and efficiency, governments throughout the area are funding smart city projects and initiatives. The projects' essential element is GIS Application Development, which makes it feasible to manage urban infrastructure, resources and public services effectively and promotes market expansion. Resources from nature abound in the area, including minerals, water, gas and oil. To be able to serve industries such as energy, mining, water management and environmental conservation and to drive demand for spatial solutions, GIS Application Development is necessary for the exploration, leadership and monitoring of these resources.

Growing Smart City Initiatives in the Region

Advanced spatial solutions must be implemented as part of smart city projects to manage urban infrastructure, distribute resources optimally and improve overall city operations. The analysis, visualization and administration of geographic data are essential responsibilities for smart city initiatives and GIS Application Development offers the necessary tools and technology for these tasks. The goal of smart city programs is to make cities more effective, livable and sustainable through better urban planning and development. The goals of initiatives related to smart cities are supported by GIS Application Development, allowing city planners and legislators the ability to make data-driven choices on land use, travel networks, infrastructure development and management of the environment.

The digital revolution has become a key component in developing market economies' attempts to diversify their economies, especially those seeking to lessen their dependency on the production of oil and gas. Of these nations, Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates stand out for their large-scale smart city initiatives, which are crucial for larger plans for economic transformation. The initiatives encompass Dubai Smart City and various projects outlined within Saudi Arabia's Vision 2031 long-term economic development plan, notably the groundbreaking US$500 billion NEOM project. Both countries are leading the way in leveraging digital technologies, facilitated by international partnerships with tech giants, to redefine urban living and improve governance.

Limited Awareness and Adoption

The region's market expansion is hindered by a lack of understanding of GIS technology and its possible applications. The benefits and capabilities of GIS systems are not fully appreciated by many potential users, including enterprises and government organizations, which slows down the adoption rate. Businesses in the region miss out on opportunities to use geospatial data for resource optimization, strategic decision-making and operational efficiency due to a lack of knowledge about GIS Application Development. The restricts the market potential for companies offering GIS solutions and hinders the expansion of associated sectors.

GIS Application Development projects funding and investment are also impacted by a lack of knowledge about GIS technology. If both private and public organizations do not properly understand the value proposition and potential return on investment of GIS efforts, they will be less likely to provide financing for it. Limited awareness of GIS Application Development stems from educational gaps in the region. There are not many resources, training courses or programs available to teach people and organizations about GIS technology and its applications. Closing these educational gaps raise awareness while creating a trained labor force in the region.

Segment Analysis

The Middle East and North Africa GIS application development market is segmented based on deployment mode, application, end-user and region.

Growing Industrial Applications of Fixed-Wing Geospatial Artificial Intelligence

Based on the type, the Middle East and North Africa GIS Application Development market is segmented into On-Premises and Cloud-Based. The cloud-based deployment type is accounts largest market share in the region due to its cost-effectiveness. Cloud-based GIS solutions offer scalability and flexibility, allowing organizations in the region to scale their GIS infrastructure based on demand without significant upfront investments in hardware or infrastructure. The flexibility enables organizations to adapt to changing business needs and accommodate growth without the constraints of traditional on-premises solutions.

Major key players in the market launched cloud-based GIS solutions in the market which helped to boost segment growth over the forecast period. For instance, on September 29, 2023, Penta-b, an Egyptian firm launched an All-in-One Cloud GIS Platform in the market. The company aims to bridge the divide between conventional GIS and enterprise-level GIS by offering pre-configured solutions that address a wide range of user requirements across government sectors, security, IoT-based smart products for smart cities, business process management and utility management.

Geographical Penetration

Saudi Arabia is a Dominating Country in the Middle East and North Africa GIS Application Development Market

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) use across several industries has been strongly encouraged by the Saudi Arabian government as part of Vision 2031 intends for economic diversification and growth. The includes efforts like the National Geographical Data Infrastructure (NSDI) program, which aims to develop a robust geographic data infrastructure to serve industries including environmental management, transportation, urban development and utilities. The government of Saudi Arabia has established an atmosphere that is favorable to the growth of the GIS Application Development market by investing in GIS infrastructure and technology.

The growing adoption of GIS Application Developments in real estate development helps to boost countries' market growth over the forecast period. For instance, on October 07, 2022, Esri and ROSHN collaborated to develop geospatial technologies for Saudi Arabian real estate development. Under the terms of the cooperation, Esri's portfolio of geographic information system (GIS) products and solutions will allow ROSHN to enhance the planning and development of 200 million square meters of sustainable neighborhoods across Saudi Arabia.

Competitive Landscape.

The major global players in the market include GISCON, Space Imaging Middle East, InfoGraph, Esri, Maps Development, Causeway, ACECO, Kelton, Kontur, Inc. and Empeller.

COVID-19 Impact Analysis

Pandemic-related disruptions to global supply chains affected software, hardware and other resources needed for GIS application development efforts in the Middle East and North Africa. Machinery and material supply delays have affected project schedules and raised expenses. Several GIS application development projects in the region had difficulties with remote work as an outcome of the adoption of lockdowns and social distancing measures. It became more difficult for team members to collaborate, connect with customers and gain access to project data and resources, which lead to delays and inefficiencies in the project.

The pandemic caused organization closures, lower consumer spending and fewer investments, which all contributed to an economic decline in the region. Limits on budgets and revenue volatility have caused governments and corporations to reduce their spending for developing GIS applications, which affected project financing and implementation. To address the urgent health and economic problems faced by the epidemic, governments and companies in the Middle East and North Africa reallocated their resources and priorities. The change in emphasis have led to GIS application development projects that were not believed to be urgently necessary during the crisis being postponed or canceled.

Russia-Ukraine War Impact Analysis

The region's stability suffered from an increase in geopolitical tensions brought on by the war involving Russia and Ukraine. Political instability has the potential to impact project investment and funding decisions in the GIS application development industry by creating stress among investors and businesses. Economic turbulence such as changes in the price of commodities, depreciation of local currency and interruptions in commerce affected the region's enterprises' and governments' purchasing power, which affect their investments in GIS application development projects.

Gas and oil are both produced and exported extensively in the region. The disturbances in energy markets because of the Russia-Ukraine struggle like stock deficiencies or cost unpredictability affected government incomes and venture spending plans in the region. The influences the funding available for GIS application development projects, particularly those related to energy infrastructure and resource management.

By Deployment Mode

• On-Premises
• Cloud-Based

By Application

• Mapping
• Surveying
• Location-based Services (LBS)
• Asset Management
• Disaster Management
• Others

By End-User

• Government
• Utilities
• Natural Resources
• Construction and Engineering
• Transportation and Logistics
• Healthcare
• Retail and Real Estate
• Others

By Region

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

Key Developments

• On July 07, 2023, 1Spatial, a software and solutions provider for improved data governance launched a customizable mobile application for "right first time" data capture. The newly launched app is multi-use, configurable and helps customers address a variety of real-world problems.
• On May 20, 2023, the Rajasthan government approved a proposal for developing Geographic Information System (GIS) based 3D models of Jodhpur, Udaipur, Kota and Ajmer.
• On January 27, 2021, Esri, the global leader in location intelligence launched ArcGIS Platform, a geospatial platform as a service (PaaS) for developers that need to integrate location capabilities into their apps, business systems and products. It gives direct access to Esri's powerful location services using the APIs and web frameworks of their choice.

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