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Air Baggage Handling Systems Market to Upscale due to the Enhanced Initiative by the Middle East & Africa Governments

The Middle East & Africa Air Baggage Handling Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of around 3.57% during the forecast period of 2023-28, cites MarkNtel Advisors in the recent research report. With the growing air traffic due to rising tourism, migration, etc., the need to expand existing air mobility infrastructure has grown extensively. Many of the government initiatives to promote urbanization & boost the skilled workforce, businesses, and investment in the region have led to attracting a large number of international tourists.

The focus of the Middle Eastern countries to shift their revenue source from oil to non-oil avenues has resulted in a series of investments that are expected to be materialized in the coming years towards sectors such as commercial activities & promoting recreational, religious, and medical tourism. For instance, in 2023, the government of Saudi Arabia announced its plan to offer a tender for four Private Public Partnership (PPP) model airports. Abha International Airport, Taif International Airport, Prince Naif International Airport, and Hail International Airport would undergo development to expand their air traffic handling capacity, slated to be completed by 2030.

Additionally, numerous nations in Africa have also focused on improving the air infrastructure, with the announcement of new airports to improve international & domestic connectivity. Also, with the enhanced focus on augmenting the air mobility infrastructure, it is expected that the demand for air baggage handling systems would come into the picture & aid the market to grow, further states the research report, “Middle East & Africa Air Baggage Handling Market Analysis, 2023.”

Conveyer-based Air Baggage Handling Systems to Hold a Sizeable Market Share

Based on the Type, the market is segmented into Destination Coded Vehicle (DCV) and Conveyer. Among them, during the historical years, the Conveyor-based baggage handling system dominated the market, holding a substantial market share. The segment emerged as the preferred choice for numerous medium- & small-sized airports due to its inherent advantages. The system's ability to operate over medium to long distances made it an ideal solution for efficiently managing baggage flow.

Apart from their operational advantages, the lower initial capital costs associated with installing conveyor-based systems compared to Destination Coded Vehicle systems. Given these significant benefits, a majority of airports in the region, whether existing or newly constructed, have consistently favored conveyor-based baggage handling systems over other alternatives.

The UAE is anticipated to dominate the Middle East & Africa Air Baggage Handling Market

Geographically, the Middle East & Africa Air Baggage Handling Systems Market expands across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Turkey, Israel, Egypt, and South Africa. Among them, the UAE secured a significant portion of the Middle East & Africa Air Baggage Handling Systems Market. The key airports, such as Dubai International Airport & Abu Dhabi International Airport, have witnessed a substantial surge in passenger traffic, solidifying the UAE's position as a pivotal travel hub in the region. As global air travel & tourism continue to rise, airports in the UAE experienced a notable increase in travelers, thereby driving the demand for sophisticated & efficient baggage handling technologies.

Further, in response to the influx of migrants & tourists, the UAE is making substantial investments in expanding & enhancing its air mobility infrastructure. These investments would underscore the country's rapid growth in aviation, which would necessitate the implementation of state-of-the-art baggage handling systems across its airports.

Competitive Landscape

With strategic initiatives, such as mergers, collaborations, and acquisitions, the leading market players, including Beumer Group, Sita, Vanderlande Industries, Siemens AG, CIMC TinaDa Holding Co. Ltd, Gliepath Ltd., Daifuku Co. Ltd., Alstef Automation SA, Smith Detection Middle East FZE, Babcock International, Omega Aviation Services, etc., are looking forward to strengthening their market position.

Key Questions Answered in the Research Report

1. What are the industry’s overall statistics or estimates (Overview, Size- By Value, Forecast Numbers, Segmentation, Shares)?
2. What are the trends influencing the current scenario of the market?
3. What key factors would propel and impede the industry across the region?
4. How has the industry been evolving in terms of geography & product adoption?
5. How has the competition been shaping across various countries?
6. How has the buying behavior, customer inclination, and expectations from product manufacturers been evolving during 2018-28?
7. Who are the key competitors, and what strategic partnerships or ventures are they coming up with to stay afloat during the projected time frame?