UAE’s Construction Market to Surpass $52.7 Billion by 2030, Driven by Proptech and Infrastructure Growth
Thursday, 26 June 2025
The UAE’s construction sector is on track to reach AED 193.38 billion ($52.7 billion) by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 4.26%, according to Mordor Intelligence. Government investments, population growth, and demand for smarter real estate solutions are driving this surge. As infrastructure projects expand and proptech adoption rises, the construction boom is set to elevate the entire UAE property ecosystem.
Key Highlights:
- Market Forecast: The UAE construction industry is projected to hit AED 193.38 billion ($52.7B) by 2030, growing at a 4.26% CAGR, as per Mordor Intelligence.
- Key Growth Drivers:
- Government-led infrastructure investment
- Economic diversification initiatives
- Rapid population growth and urban expansion
- Real Estate Impact: The construction boom is fueling real estate growth, with major residential and commercial projects planned across the UAE.
- Infrastructure & Tech Integration: Focus areas include transportation, renewable energy, and adoption of cutting-edge building technologies.
- Proptech Revolution: Dubai’s proptech market aims to triple in value by 2030, offering smart design and early-stage construction solutions for developers and investors.
- Expert Insight – Georges Calas (CEO, Lifesize Plans Dubai):
- “Attention to detail and problem-solving before construction starts is key.”
- “Proptech will soon become a necessity, not a luxury, for investors and developers alike.”
- Long-Term Vision: With tourism, real estate, and infrastructure expanding, proptech and construction are now cornerstones of UAE’s sustainable economic future.
