Saudi Arabia Fall Protection Equipment & Systems Market Research Report: Forecast (2025-2030)

Market Definition

Fall protection equipment & systems are devices that safeguard users when they fall from heights and minimize the possibility of injuries or deaths. These devices are extensively used across industries like construction & building maintenance, oil & gas, mining, transportation, firefighting, etc.

Market Insights and Analysis: Saudi Arabia Fall Protection Equipment & Systems Market (2025-30):

The Saudi Arabia Fall Protection Equipment & Systems Market size is valued at around USD 69.28 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 233.19 billion by 2030. Along with this, the market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of around 27.47% during the forecast period, i.e., 2025-30. This consistent growth is likely to be driven by unprecedented infrastructure development, industrial safety protocols, and growing awareness & safety culture. Saudi Arabia is witnessing infrastructure development at an unprecedented scale to realize economic diversification under its ‘Vision 2030’ plan. The total value of ongoing and planned infrastructure projects exceeds USD 1.3 trillion, with the first phase of the ambitious NEOM project alone costing over USD 300 billion. Megaprojects like these are creating a strong demand for fall protection equipment and systems in the country due to occupational safety requirements in construction and other sectors. The development of smart cities, industrial zones, and logistics hubs in regions like Jeddah and the Eastern Province is also contributing to market demand for fixed as well as portable fall protection systems.

Market demand is also strong due to the enforcement of safety protocols in industries such as oil & gas and utilities. Leading companies in these industries have implemented safety rules as per international and local standards. These standards mandate the use of fall protection equipment like full-body harnesses and self-retracting lifelines (SRLs) in hazardous areas. Over 70% of workplaces in sensitive industries have implemented fall-protection protocols in order to comply with safety regulations as per 2024 estimates.

The share of the fall protection equipment and systems market is further increasing due to growing awareness and adoption of safety culture in Saudi Arabia. This is highlighted in the rise of certified fall protection systems usage across construction and industrial firms from 52% in 2020 to 68% in 2023. Another example is the 22% growth in occupational safety training adoption in the country since 2020. Initiatives like Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSA) Week are further contributing to market demand through fall prevention campaigns.

Saudi Arabia Fall Protection Equipment & Systems Market Scope:

Saudi Arabia Fall Protection Equipment & Systems Market Driver:

Infrastructure Development & Industrial Expansion Driving Market Demand – The Saudi Arabia Fall Protection Equipment & Systems Market is primarily driven by infrastructure development in the country. Infrastructure development accounts for over 40% of the total market demand due to the scale and complexity of these projects. Over 400,000 workers are estimated to be employed in construction projects like NEOM, The Red Sea, Qiddiya, and Riyadh Metro. These projects are creating a strong demand for fall protection equipment and systems due to regulatory requirements under the Saudi Building Code (SBC) and the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) guidelines.

The market demand for fall protection systems is also increasing due to industrial expansion in Saudi Arabia. The development of industrial zones such as the King Salman Energy Park and Ras Al-Khair Mining City is creating increased demand for specialized fall protection systems due to the presence of elevated structures and machinery. This is exemplified in the strong year-on-year (YoY) growth in market demand for full-body harnesses (24%) and horizontal lifeline systems (18%) as of 2024.

Saudi Arabia Fall Protection Equipment & Systems Market Opportunity

Localization of Manufacturing to Boost Market Growth – The Saudi government’s push for local manufacturing presents an opportunity for the fall protection equipment and systems market in the country, as 70% of these systems are imported from countries such as Germany, China, and the US. Investments in the local manufacturing of fall protection systems could reduce the kingdom’s dependency on foreign suppliers and boost domestic industrial capacity in line with localization goals under the ‘Made in Saudi’ initiative.

Local manufacturing can reduce the costs of fall protection equipment by up to 25% due to reduced transportation and elimination of tariffs. It could also improve supply chain resilience for critical projects by ensuring availability and shortening delivery times. Government contracts are beginning to implement local content requirements in the procurement of fall protection systems. Local manufacturing can potentially help vendors to meet these requirements by sourcing systems from local suppliers. Market estimates predict that local manufacturing could provide the necessary boost to the Saudi Arabia Fall Protection Equipment & Systems Market by shifting around 15-20% supply to domestic sources by 2028.

Saudi Arabia Fall Protection Equipment & Systems Market Challenge:

Low Compliance Among SMEs Impeding Market Growth –  The Saudi Arabia Fall Protection Equipment & Systems Industry is facing a considerable challenge in the form of low compliance with safety standards among small and medium-sized contractors due to a lack of awareness or incentives to invest in fall protection systems. This is creating a low-demand parallel market in the country and slowing overall market growth because these contractors constitute a significant portion of the construction ecosystem in smaller cities.

The compliance rate among SMEs outside of Tier 1 cities in Saudi Arabia is estimated to be under 60%. This is increasing the risk of injuries and fatalities due to the lack of fall protection standards at project sites. This is especially important for Saudi Arabia, as these falls account for around 38% of all job-site accidents in the country. Low compliance is thus affecting market growth as SME contractors continue to operate without implementing fall safety standards in the absence of regulatory frameworks.

Saudi Arabia Fall Protection Equipment & Systems Market Trend:

Increasing Adoption of Smart Systems – The Saudi Arabia Fall Protection Equipment & Systems Market is witnessing the introduction of Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled fall protection systems. The integration of connected features in standalone and mobile systems is enabling real-time monitoring and preventive maintenance capabilities in fall protection equipment. It is also allowing faster responses by detecting system failures in real time and further minimizing injury and fatality risk from accidents. These systems are being adopted in high-risk sectors, and major developers have started mandating smart safety requirements in their contracts. The operational benefits provided by these systems have led to market estimates predicting 2x growth in smart systems compared to the overall growth in the market. This trend is thus likely to transform the fall protection market in Saudi Arabia as smart systems see widespread adoption in the coming years.

Saudi Arabia Fall Protection Equipment & Systems Market (2025-30): Segmentation Analysis

The Saudi Arabia Fall Protection Equipment & Systems Market study of MarkNtel Advisors evaluates & highlights the major trends and influencing factors in each segment. It includes predictions for the period 2025-2030 at the national level. Based on the analysis, the market has been further classified as:

Based on Equipment Type:

• Harnesses, Belts, & Accessories
• Hooks & Connectors
• Anchorages
• Lanyards
• Fall Protection Kits
• Others (Cables, etc.)

Harnesses, Belts, & Accessories represent the dominant segment based on equipment type, accounting for around 34-38% revenue in the Saudi Arabia Fall Protection Equipment & Systems Market. Their market dominance results from widespread adoption in major sectors like construction, oil & gas, and telecom. The segment has high sales due to the need for replacement because of wear-and-tear and compliance standards. This is highlighted in the sale of over 350,000 full-body harnesses in 2023, with brands like 3M and MSA Safety supplying them to major projects like The Red Sea. Reported data from local distributors has shown a 19% YoY growth in harness sales in 2024.

The strong market demand for harnesses, belts & accessories is further supported by regulations that mandate their use across sectors. HRSD guidelines require the use of personal protection kits for any work that is above a height of 1.8 meters. Organizations like Saudi Aramco have also mandated the use of harnesses in all offshore platform operations. Mandates and high-volume usage are thus leading the segment to dominate the fall protection market in the country.

Based on Systems:

• Lifelines
• Abseiling
• Vertical Climbing Systems
• Horizontal Walkways & Systems

Lifelines represent the dominant segment based on systems, with an estimated share of 42-46% in the Saudi Arabia Fall Protection Equipment & Systems Market.  Lifelines are widely used across major sectors like construction, power, and logistics. The segment witnesses a strong market demand due to its high applicability in rooftop, rail, tunnel, and utility projects. This is highlighted in Riyadh Metro’s maintenance depots that have over 7,000 meters of permanent horizontal lifelines for accessing rooftop and rolling stock. Another example is the installation of vertical lifelines in over 90% of the telecom towers that were erected in the country between 2020-2024.

The use of lifelines is also mandated by large-scale project developers and organizations across various industries. Construction major Red Sea Global has mandated lifelines for villa rooftop maintenance and has adopted Honeywell Miller systems for that purpose. Chemical giant Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC) is similarly using vertical cable lifelines for accessing distillation towers and tanks. Large-scale project installations and a high degree of versatility are thus leading the segment to dominate the market.

Top Fall Protection Equipment & Systems Companies in the Saudi Arabia Market: Players, Analysis & Future Outlook

The leading Fall Protection Equipment & Systems in Saudi Arabia, including Honeywell, REDA Hazard Control, KARAM Safety FZCO, Kee Safety, Oriental Group, 3M, Souvenir Building Materials LLC, Hubbell Power Systems, Inc., MSA Safety Inc., Roodsafe Ltd., and others, are looking forward to increase their market size & share.

Saudi Arabia Fall Protection Equipment & Systems Industry Recent Development:

• February 2025: MSA Safety Inc. showcased the ‘Latchways’ lineup of horizontal and vertical lifeline systems at Big 5 Construct Saudi, emphasizing the critical role played by lifelines in fall protection across major sectors like construction.

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