United Arab Emirates Data Center Networking Market Size
| Study Period | 2018-2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| Market Size (2024) | USD 0.17 Billion |
| Market Size (2029) | USD 0.34 Billion |
| CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 14.40 % |
| Market Concentration | Medium |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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United Arab Emirates Data Center Networking Market Analysis
The United Arab Emirates Data Center Networking Market size is estimated at USD 0.17 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 0.34 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 14.40% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
- The increasing demand for cloud computing among SMEs, government regulations for local data security, and growing investment by domestic players are some of the major factors driving the demand for data centers in the country.
- Under Construction IT Load Capacity: The upcoming IT load capacity of the United Arab Emirates data center rack market is expected to reach 840 MW by 2029. Mega data center type is expected to witness the highest growth during the forecast period in the UAE. Players invest in the mega system and contribute to its growth. For example, Moro Hub, a subsidiary of Dubai energy company DEWA, has started building a solar-powered data center. The 100MW power plant was announced in May 2021.
- Under Construction Raised Floor Space: The country's construction of raised floor area is expected to increase to 5.0 million sq. ft by 2029.
- Planned Racks: The country's total number of racks to be installed is expected to reach above 2,50,000 units by 2029. Abu Dhabi is expected to house the maximum number of racks by 2029.
- Planned Submarine Cables: There are more than 27 submarine cable systems connecting the United Arab Emirates, and many are under construction. For instance, in March 2023, The Telecommunications Corporation (EITC) announced plans to connect the United Arab Emirates and Oman via a newly opened 275-kilometer international fiber optic submarine cable named Oman Emirates Gateway (OEG).
United Arab Emirates Data Center Networking Market Trends
Ethernet Switches is Anticipated to be the Largest Segment
- An Ethernet switch is a crucial type of networking hardware that forms the foundation of networks and the Internet. Ethernet switches connect wired devices—such as computers, Wi-Fi access points, PoE lighting, IoT devices, and servers—onto an Ethernet LAN, enabling communication among themselves and with the Internet.
- Ethernet switches find wide applications in industrial infrastructure, including smart grid development, security and surveillance systems, intelligent rail and transportation networks, and other utilities, driving growth in the industrial Ethernet switch market. Within smart grids, Ethernet switches play a pivotal role in substation automation by simplifying the cabling complexity between numerous power transmission and distribution substation devices through integration into Ethernet-based networks.
- The surge in mobile data traffic since 2022 has been made possible by the expansion of 5G coverage. In Saudi Arabia, 5G services expanded in Q4 2020, reaching an additional seven cities and provinces. By 2021, 51 different provinces and cities in Saudi Arabia had 5G connections, constituting about 23% of the overall volume, inclusive of 5G hardware like handsets. To cope with the escalating data traffic, newer models such as Gigabit Ethernet switches offer significantly high data transfer rates (1 Gbps), surpassing wireless bandwidth capabilities.
- Moreover, smart Ethernet switches featuring Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) technology are extensively used for security and monitoring purposes. PoE networks transmit power through local network cables to connected devices, proving beneficial for Internet protocol-based monitoring systems. They facilitate accessible browser-based communication and user interface.
IT & Telecommunication is Anticipated to be Fastest Growing Segment
- The UAE government's proactive initiatives aim to cultivate a competitive knowledge economy and establish a dynamic, internationally integrated business environment, thereby lessening reliance on oil revenues and fostering private sector expansion. Various measures have been instituted to bolster the growth of this knowledge-driven economy.
- Dubai operates under federal ICT legislation and is an integral part of a unified national ICT infrastructure. Etisalat and DU, two prominent companies, serve the telecommunications market in Dubai and across the UAE. These carriers have been and will remain pivotal in driving the adoption of big data, AI, and blockchain applications within the country.
- In November 2022, G42 Cloud—a division of the Abu Dhabi-based artificial intelligence company G42—and the German software giant SAP forged an agreement aimed at expediting businesses' digital transformation through cloud technology. Presenting itself as a global innovation center, the UAE has consistently emphasized the critical role of digital transformation in its economic and cultural landscape.
- The UAE's AI Strategy 2031 targets enhancing productivity across various sectors—transport, health, space, renewable energy, water, technology, education, environment, and transport—aligning with the government's aspirations for the UAE's centenary in 2071. Emirates has already commenced integrating AI in education, healthcare, space, transport, and aviation sectors, reflecting the government's ambitious plans to diversify and build a knowledge-centric economy, with AI being a fundamental element.
- Forecasts anticipate significant growth in other end-user and telecom segments. The rapid increase in 4G penetration and the imminent arrival of 5G technology are compelling telecom vendors to invest in the UAE data center market. As per the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (UAE), there were over 18.7 million active mobile phone subscribers in March 2022. Such advancements in the ICT sector are expected to fuel the growth of data center facilities in the country.
United Arab Emirates Data Center Networking Industry Overview
The United Arab Emirates Data Center Cooling Market exhibits moderate competitiveness and has recently gained an edge in the industry. Several key players, including VMware Inc., Eaton Corporation, Cisco Systems Inc., Fujitsu Limited, and Schneider Electric, dominate the market share. These entities are implementing strategies like partnerships and acquisitions to enrich their product offerings and establish sustainable competitive advantages.
In May 2023, NVIDIA has announced SpectrumXtreme, an accelerated networking platform manufactured to enhance the performance and efficiency of the cloud-based on Ethernet AI. NVIDIA Spectrum-X is developed on networking developments powered by the firm coupling of the NVIDIA Spectrum-4 Ethernet switch with the NVIDIA BlueField-3 DPU, attaining 1.7x better overall AI performance and power efficiency, along with consistent, predictable performance in multi-tenant environments.
United Arab Emirates Data Center Networking Market Leaders
VMware Inc
Eaton Corporation
Cisco Systems Inc.
Schneider Electric
Fujitsu Limited
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
United Arab Emirates Data Center Networking Market News
- July 2023: Juniper Networks, a leading provider of secure AI-driven networks, announced the launch of the new EX4100 series, an enterprise-class wired access switch. This switch leverages a modern microservices cloud and Mist AI to deliver superior performance, ease of use, flexibility, and security, providing access to all enterprise layer switching environments, including campus fabric architectures.
- March 2023: Arista Networks unveiled the Arista WAN Routing System, a comprehensive solution integrating three innovative networking products: an enterprise-class routing platform, carrier/cloud-agnostic Internet relay capabilities, and CloudVision Pathfinder Service, designed to streamline and elevate customers' wide area networks. Leveraging Arista's EOS routing capabilities and CloudVision management, the Arista WAN Routing System offers the architecture, capabilities, and platform necessary to modernize federated and software-defined wide-area networks.
United Arab Emirates Data Center Networking Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Assumption & Market Definition
1.2 Scope of the Study
2. Research Methodology
3. Executive Summary
4. Market Dynamics
4.1 Market Overview
4.2 Market Drivers
4.2.1 Increasing Trend of High-Performance Computing across Europe
4.2.2 Growing Investments in IT& Telecom Sector
4.3 Market Restraints
4.3.1 Regulatory constraints
4.4 Value Chain / Supply Chain Analysis
4.5 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.5.1 Threat of New Entrants
4.5.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
4.5.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.5.4 Threat of Substitute Products
4.5.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
4.6 Assessment of COVID-19 Impact
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION
5.1 By Component
5.1.1 By Product
5.1.1.1 Ethernet Switches
5.1.1.2 Routers
5.1.1.3 Storage Area Network (SAN)
5.1.1.4 Application Delivery Controller (ADC)
5.1.1.5 Other Networking Equipment
5.1.2 By Services
5.1.2.1 Installation & Integration
5.1.2.2 Training & Consulting
5.1.2.3 Support & Maintenance
5.2 End-User
5.2.1 IT & Telecommunication
5.2.2 BFSI
5.2.3 Government
5.2.4 Media & Entertainment
5.2.5 Other End-Users
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6.1 Company Profiles
6.1.1 Cisco Systems Inc.
6.1.2 VMware Inc
6.1.3 Fujitsu Limited
6.1.4 Schneider Electric
6.1.5 Eaton Corporation
6.1.6 Dell Inc
6.1.7 IBM Corporation
6.1.8 HP Development Company, L.P.
6.1.9 Extreme Networks Inc.
6.1.10 Arista Networks, Inc.
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
8. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
United Arab Emirates Data Center Networking Industry Segmentation
Data center networking refers to the set of technologies, protocols, and hardware used to connect physical and network-based devices and manage the network infrastructure, storage, and processing of applications and data. Data center networking is very critical for 100% uptime of data centers. In the current web-connected world, business workloads are executed on single computers, hence leading to the need for data center networking. Networks provide servers, clients, applications, and middleware with a standard plan to stage the execution of workloads and also to manage access to the data produced.
The South Korean data center networking market is segmented by product (Ethernet switches, routers, storage area network (SAN), application delivery controllers (ADC), and other networking equipment), by services (installation & integration, training & consulting, and support & maintenance), and by end-user (IT & telecommunication, BFSI, government, media & entertainment, and other end users).
The market sizes and forecasts are provided in terms of value (USD) for all the above segments.
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United Arab Emirates Data Center Networking Market Research FAQs
How big is the United Arab Emirates Data Center Networking Market?
The United Arab Emirates Data Center Networking Market size is expected to reach USD 0.17 billion in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 14.40% to reach USD 0.34 billion by 2029.
What is the current United Arab Emirates Data Center Networking Market size?
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates Data Center Networking Market size is expected to reach USD 0.17 billion.
Who are the key players in United Arab Emirates Data Center Networking Market?
VMware Inc, Eaton Corporation, Cisco Systems Inc., Schneider Electric and Fujitsu Limited are the major companies operating in the United Arab Emirates Data Center Networking Market.
What years does this United Arab Emirates Data Center Networking Market cover, and what was the market size in 2023?
In 2023, the United Arab Emirates Data Center Networking Market size was estimated at USD 0.15 billion. The report covers the United Arab Emirates Data Center Networking Market historical market size for years: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the United Arab Emirates Data Center Networking Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
United Arab Emirates Data Center Networking Industry Report
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