UAE Geospatial Analytics Market Size
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| Forecast Data Period | 2024 - 2029 |
| Historical Data Period | 2019 - 2022 |
| CAGR | 7.76 % |
| Market Concentration | Medium |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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UAE Geospatial Analytics Market Analysis
The UAE Geospatial Analytics market is valued at USD 0.28 billion in the current year. It is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.76% during the forecast period to become USD 0.41 billion by the next five years. Geospatial analysis refers to a broad range of activities that emphasize applying various techniques to data comprising geographical or space-related characteristics. The increasing use of GPS devices, technological advancements in the field of GIS technology, recent trends in the integration and convergence of geospatial technologies, the emergence of new business models aimed at leveraging the demand for geospatial information, and the increased application of geospatial analytics in city and town planning are some of the primary factors driving the expansion of the market for geospatial analytics.
- Geospatial analytics may be helpful in construction. Builders and developers may make educated decisions based on data-driven insights about location, zoning, and available resources using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) tools. GIS technology may help with anything from site selection to project management in home development. GIS, for example, may be used to analyze the terrain of a possible construction site to assess its suitability for development. Furthermore, GIS may assist builders in identifying potential environmental dangers that must be considered during development.
- In October 2022, Dubai Municipality has secured two contracts with Ordnance Survey, the United Kingdom's national mapping agency, to get access to global geospatial knowledge and assist teams in monitoring activities, construction permits, survey services, executive planning, and geographic information systems. The partnership with Dubai Municipality will last a year, during which we will assess, develop, and implement a sustainable roadmap that will allow the municipality to successfully complete the transformational process and provide better services to its clients in the building and construction sectors, both public and private.
- A recent case of the use of machine learning for the geospatial analysis includes the Miami-Dade Country. Esri collaborated with NVIDIA to use deep learning and automate the manually-intensive process of creating complex 3D building models from aerial LiDAR data for Miami-Dade County.Geospatial artificial intelligence (geoAI) is an emerging scientific discipline that combines innovations in spatial science, artificial intelligence methods in machine learning (e.g., deep learning), data mining, and high-performance computing to extract knowledge from big spatial data.
- Implementing new technology, on the other hand, introduces new issues, such as privacy concerns, as in the case of GIS and other mapping technologies. Several times, obtaining geographical data has attracted the wrath of regional privacy and demography legislation. In order for end users to profit, new technologies need to be adopted and integrated into social discourse. However, several government organizations have been extremely careful regarding data "democratization,", particularly in the case of important equipment. The societal responses to privacy problems that have arisen as a result of the combination of GIS and GPS have been largely mixed. However, there is a general feeling of optimism about the benefits that geospatial data may provide.
- Moreover, geovisualization has become an increasingly important tool for understanding the impact of COVID-19. GIS-based dashboards have been developed for mapping the prevalence of COVID-19, and geovisualization techniques have been used to find potential patterns and insights into the complex impacts of the pandemic on different aspects of society, such as population mobility and air quality. Additionally, GIS-based analytical frameworks have been developed to evaluate the effect of COVID-19 on the restaurant industry and other socioeconomic sectors. Overall, geovisualization and GIS technology provide valuable insights into the impact of COVID-19 and help inform and improve public health interventions.
UAE Geospatial Analytics Market Trends
Surface Analysis is Expected to Hold Significant Share of the Market
- Surface analysis, or terrain analysis, focuses on studying topography-related information, such as aspect, volume, slope, hydrology, and other relevant characteristics. Surface analysis is widely used in disaster mitigation and location planning, as they effectively use esoteric mapping to determine the probability of disasters. The general characteristics of a surface (such as slope, aspect, and curvature) are largely used for analyzing the variations in the surface of a study object.
- For instance, the 'slope' metric is extensively used to define the areas of a region that are highly prone to landslides, whereas 'curvature' is used to determine areas prone to damage. In addition, the slope aspect can be used with the geological structure to assess rock beds that may be useful for planning roads and other constructions, especially in hilly terrains. Surface analysis can be further used for ecological zoning, land suitability classification, and probability mapping. Agricultural suitability and probability of soil erosion are two such examples, where geospatial data may be extensively used to make the best use of the available land, in addition to limited agriculture labor.
- Furthermore, the 'slope' metric is extensively used to define the areas of a region that are highly prone to landslides, whereas 'curvature' is used to determine areas prone to damage. Furthermore, visibility analysis is conducted to identify areas during location planning, in which case, locations with expansive views are recognized as vantage points. Surface analysis is also widely used during the construction/renovation of large sites, wherein the volume of materials required to be dumped in open areas to avert erosion is determined.
- Accoding to Arab Petroleum Investments Corporation, the ADNOC LNG - Fujairah LNG Export Terminal had the highest value among gas projects in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in 2022 at USD 7.95 billion. Most Gulf Cooperation Council and North African countries were experiencing power surpluses, while several countries in the Levant region were experiencing power deficits. Such rise in the constructions would create a demand for the studied market.
- Surface analysis can be further used for ecological zoning, land suitability classification, and probability mapping. Agricultural suitability and probability of soil erosion are two such examples, where geospatial data may be extensively used to make the best use of the available land, in addition to limited agriculture labor.
Utility and Communication is Expected to Hold Significant Share of the Market
- Utility and Communication is a prominent end-user industry that has adopted geospatial analytics. The segment contains mostly energy and power, and communication systems. Analytic techniques used in the sector determine energy consumption profiles of high-resolution buildings, using a method that combines annual energy simulations of various city-specific prototypical assets and geospatial data, from the Geographical Information System (GIS) framework.
- According to World Nuclear Association, The United Arab Emirates' (UAE) operable nuclear power generation capacity reached nearly 2.7 gigawatts electrical in 2022. UAE had two reactors under construction and two operating in that year. The demand for the rise in the electricity would drive the construction of new powerplants and this would propotinatley rise the demand for the geospatial analytics in the region.
- Communications companies in the region are taking the help of geospatial analytics to determine the location of new cell phone tower installations. Geospatial data obtained from the devices is used to measure signal strength from particular towers in that location, and the range of that signal is used to understand the lack of coverage and signal strength. Various parameters, like population density, road positioning, and customer location, are considered to decide the location of the new cell tower installation.
- Analysis of geospatial data can also allow communications companies to manage their assets effectively. For instance, a company can analyze geospatial data to understand the power outage vulnerability of a site in the event of a storm, thereby managing its network assets. Furthermore, the company can also understand the deployment of its service assets (such as repair crews) to determine how to position them in case maintenance is needed.
- The major features that have made Geovisualization absolutely invaluable for today's businesses are thematic mapping, heat maps, drawing and querying, and data points that can be represented both numerically and graphically. Drawing and querying help a business isolate a particular geographic area and learn more about its demographic profile against its current CRM. Geovisualization is being extensively used by ride-hailing start-ups like Uber. Uber's Kepler. gl geospatial tool, which is now an open source, is a geospatial data visualization tool that doesn't require coding, works in the browser, doesn't need to be installed, can render millions of GPS points, and is simple to use.
UAE Geospatial Analytics Industry Overview
The UAE geospatial analytics market is moderately consolidated with the presence of several players like General Electric, ESRI inc., Google LLC etc. The companies continuously invest in strategic partnerships and product developments to gain substantial market share. Some of the recent developments in the market are:
- In May 2023, Bayanat, an ADX-listed public company and developer of AI-powered geospatial solutions, has launched a comprehensive Space Programme with AI Yah Satellite Communications Company PJSC (Yahsat), the UAE's premier satellite solutions provider. The Programme intends to develop the UAE's national satellite remote sensing and Earth Observation (EO) capabilities. This programme is part of the two firms' collaboration with ICEYE, a well-known SAR satellite. The expansion intends to investigate economic potential in the UAE space environment as well as the worldwide EO market.
- In March 2022, Moro Hub, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority's (DEWA) digital arm, has announced Geospatial (GIS) Services to help governments and businesses in the area grow their operations and meet their digital transformation goals. Moro Hub will provide three types of GIS services: GIS Professional Services for the development of GIS systems, GIS Managed Services for the operation of GIS systems, and GIS Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) via its modern and secure cloud housed in the UAE.
UAE Geospatial Analytics Market Leaders
General Electric
ESRI, Inc.
Google LLC
Trimble Inc.
Oracle Corporation
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
UAE Geospatial Analytics Market News
- December 2022 : Bayanat and the UAE Space Agency sign a partnership agreement to create a platform for spatial analytics for the space data center. Bayanat, a player in AI-based geospatial solutions, will use the capabilities of large-scale data management and processing to build an innovative ecosystem for Earth observation apps and produce analytical reports based on Earth observation satellites under the terms of this agreement.
- May 2022 : Intergraph G/Technology, Hexagon's advanced utility geographic information system (GIS), has achieved Powered by Oracle Cloud Expertise and is now available on the Oracle Cloud Marketplace, according to the Safety, Infrastructure, and Geospatial division of Hexagon. The new deployment option gives utility operators a GIS solution that is scalable, safe, and highly available, and it costs less to start up and needs less infrastructure. Utility companies can plan, design, and document networks thanks to G/Technology. It serves as a definitive source of location-based, trustworthy data that can be shared with users and systems throughout an organization.
Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET INSIGHTS
4.1 Market Overview
4.2 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.2.1 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.2.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
4.2.4 Threat of Substitutes
4.2.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
4.3 Industry Value Chain Analysis
4.4 Assessment of the Impact of COVID-19 on the Market
5. MARKET DYNAMICS
5.1 Market Drivers
5.1.1 Increasing in Demand for Location Intelligence
5.1.2 Advancements of Big Data Analytics
5.2 Market Restraints
5.2.1 High Costs and Operational Concerns
5.2.2 Concerns related to Geoprivacy and Confidential Data
6. MARKET SEGMENTATION
6.1 By Type
6.1.1 Surface Analysis
6.1.2 Network Analysis
6.1.3 Geovisualization
6.2 By End-user Vertical
6.2.1 Agriculture
6.2.2 Utility and Communication
6.2.3 Defense and Intelligence
6.2.4 Government
6.2.5 Mining and Natural Resources
6.2.6 Automotive and Transportation
6.2.7 Healthcare
6.2.8 Real Estate and Construction
6.2.9 Other End-user Verticals
7. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
7.1 Company Profiles
7.1.1 General Electric
7.1.2 ESRI, Inc.
7.1.3 Google LLC
7.1.4 Trimble Inc.
7.1.5 Oracle Corporation
7.1.6 SAS Institute Inc.
7.1.7 Hexagon Ab
7.1.8 Bentley Systems, Inc.
7.1.9 Autodesk, Inc.
7.1.10 Fugro
- *List Not Exhaustive
8. INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
9. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
UAE Geospatial Analytics Industry Segmentation
Geospatial analytics is the process of acquiring, manipulating, and displaying imagery and data from the geographic information system (GIS), such as satellite photos and GPS data. The specific identifiers of a street address and a zip code are used in geospatial data analytics. They are used to create geographic models and data visualizations for more accurate trends modeling and forecasting.
The UAE Geospatial Analytics Market is segmented by Type (Surface Analysis, Network Analysis, Geovisualization) , by End User Vertical ( Agriculture, Utility and Communication, Defence and Intelligence, Government, Mining and Natural Resources, Automotive and Transportation, Healthcare, Real Estate and Construction). The market sizes and forecasts are provided in terms of value (USD billion) for all the above segments.
| By Type | |
| Surface Analysis | |
| Network Analysis | |
| Geovisualization |
| By End-user Vertical | |
| Agriculture | |
| Utility and Communication | |
| Defense and Intelligence | |
| Government | |
| Mining and Natural Resources | |
| Automotive and Transportation | |
| Healthcare | |
| Real Estate and Construction | |
| Other End-user Verticals |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current UAE Geospatial Analytics Market size?
The UAE Geospatial Analytics Market is projected to register a CAGR of 7.76% during the forecast period (2024-2029)
Who are the key players in UAE Geospatial Analytics Market?
General Electric, ESRI, Inc., Google LLC, Trimble Inc. and Oracle Corporation are the major companies operating in the UAE Geospatial Analytics Market.
What years does this UAE Geospatial Analytics Market cover?
The report covers the UAE Geospatial Analytics Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the UAE Geospatial Analytics Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
UAE Geospatial Analytics Industry Report
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