Dublin, Sept. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Middle East and Africa Process Automation Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034" has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
The Middle East and Africa process automation market achieved a value of approximately USD 17.12 billion in 2024. The market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.10% between 2025 and 2034, reaching an anticipated valuation of USD 28.15 billion by 2034.
Technological advancements are revolutionizing the industrial manufacturing sector in the region. The integration of innovations like robotics and artificial intelligence is significantly transforming the industry, making it more interconnected, automated, and data-driven. The strategic position of the Middle East and Africa (MEA), particularly the GCC region, between Europe, Asia, and Africa positions it as a vital global manufacturing hub.
The UAE Ministry of Finance has enhanced the adoption of robotic process automation (RPA), automating 63 processes and subprocesses, achieving a 95% reduction in errors and a 65% cut in average handling time. In phase three of RPA integration, the ministry aims to further decrease average handling time by 10% and reduce errors across bot-managed processes by 98%.
According to industry insights, approximately 95% of the region's electricity generation relies on oil and gas. The vast reserves and advanced extraction technologies are facilitating the sector's growth. By 2028, the GCC oil and gas industry expects a substantial investment of USD 15 billion in AI and automation, significantly boosting the process automation market in the Middle East and Africa.
Middle East and Africa Process Automation Industry Segmentation
The Middle East and Africa Process Automation Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034 provides an in-depth analysis based on several segments:
Market Breakup by System Type
- Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
- Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
- Distributed Control System (DCS)
- Machine Execution System (MES)
- Valves and Actuators
- Electric Motors
- Human Machine Interface (HMI)
- Process Safety Systems
- Sensors and Transmitters
- Others
Market Breakup by Communication Protocol
- Wired Protocol
- Wireless Protocol
Market Breakup by Application
- Oil and Gas
- Chemicals and Mining
- Consumer Goods
- Pharma and Biotech
- Water and Wastewater
- Automotive
- Power
- Others
Market Breakup by Country
- Saudi Arabia
- United Arab Emirates
- Nigeria
- South Africa
- Others
Middle East and Africa Process Automation Market Share
In 2022, the South African mining sector contributed R 202.6 billion to the GDP, being crucial to the nation's economy. Increasing automation in this sector is reducing lead times in manufacturing and production while boosting delivery efficiency.
Leading Companies in Middle East and Africa Process Automation Market
Key industry players are harnessing advanced technologies such as robotics, wireless solutions, and driverless vehicles, alongside investments in industry 4.0 to enhance automation across various sectors.
- Mitsubishi Electric Corp.
- Eaton Corporation PLC
- Siemens AG
- Schneider Electric SE
- ABB Ltd.
- Delta Electronics, Inc.
- Fuji Electric Co. Ltd.
- Emerson Electric Co.
- Honeywell International Inc.
- Yokogawa Electric Corp.
- Others
Key Attributes
| Report Attribute | Details |
| No. of Pages | 130 |
| Forecast Period | 2025-2034 |
| Estimated Market Value (USD) in 2025 | $17.12 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value (USD) by 2034 | $28.15 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 5.1% |
| Regions Covered | Africa, Middle East |
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