Product Code: ETC019919 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 | |
The Saudi Arabia shipbuilding and repairing market is set to witness a moderate CAGR of 6.7% during the forecast period 2025-2031. The rising demand for advanced vessels, government initiatives in developing infrastructure related to shipping, increasing port activities, and increased hydrocarbon exploration are some of the major factors driving the growth of this market. Moreover, with an increase in oil production and export from Saudi Arabia will further boost up the need for larger cargo ships which will create opportunities for growth in this sector.
Some of the key drivers that are influencing the Saudi Arabia shipbuilding and repair industry include strong economic fundamentals supported by large reserves of crude oil, expansion plans across various ports throughout the country coupled with extensive investments into their development programs as well as allied services such as dredging operations; along with environmental regulations favoring construction of cleaner fuel efficient vessels ?? all driving immense potential within this marketplace. Furthermore, there is growing demand from domestic customers who have been diversifying their fleets due to regional conflict constraints preventing international shipments through certain channels; leading them towards more cost effective options through local suppliers such as those found within Saudi Arabia.
However there are still some challenges faced by players operating within this domain including a lack of skilled labor force which has presented itself over time due to limited educational institutions offering maritime engineering courses; hindering efforts by organizations looking to expand or modernize existing facilities/fleet capabilities at competitive prices domestically rather than outsourcing projects abroad at premium costs thus creating unfavourable financial implications on cost structures overall. Additionally security risks such as piracy remain another impediment restricting movement across various trade routes posing significant operational losses while simultaneously forcing businesses involved in transshipment activities towards alternative route options incurring higher overhead expenditures on vessel maintenance & repairs post voyage completion (if any).
In 2025, the COVID-19 pandemic has caused considerable disruption in marine transportation services across many countries including Saudi Arabia. This has led to an overall reduction in maritime activities resulting in a decline of shipbuilding and repair orders amidst uncertainties about future economic conditions arising out of this pandemic. Moreover, there could be delays or hindrances on certain projects which could have an impact on market prospects over 2025-2031 period.
The major players operating in the Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market include Hyundai Heavy Industries Co., Ltd., National Marine Dredging Company (NMDC), SABIC Industrial Investment Company (IIC), Al Khorayef Group Holding Co., Al Rushaid Engineering Services LLC., China State Construction Engineering Corporation Middle East LLC (CSCECME), Arabia Sea Drydocks Limited (ASD), Drydock World Pte Ltd., among others.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Overview |
3.1 Saudi Arabia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Vessel Types, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Strategic government initiatives and investments in the maritime sector |
4.2.2 Growth in the oil and gas industry leading to demand for specialized vessels |
4.2.3 Increase in international trade activities through sea routes |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Technological challenges in adopting advanced shipbuilding and repair techniques |
4.3.2 Fluctuating oil prices impacting investment decisions in the maritime sector |
5 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Trends |
6 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market, By Types |
6.1 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Revenues & Volume, By Ship Building, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Revenues & Volume, By Ship Repairing , 2021-2031F |
6.2 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market, By Vessel Types |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Revenues & Volume, By Oil And Chemical Tankers, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Revenues & Volume, By Container Ships, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Revenues & Volume, By Gas Carriers, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Revenues & Volume, By Offshore Vessels, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Revenues & Volume, By Passenger Ships And Ferries, 2021-2031F |
6.3 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market, By Applications |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Revenues & Volume, By General Services, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Revenues & Volume, By Dockage, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Revenues & Volume, By Hull Part, 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Revenues & Volume, By Engine Parts, 2021-2031F |
6.3.6 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Revenues & Volume, By Electric Works, 2021-2031F |
6.3.7 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Revenues & Volume, By Auxiliary Services, 2021-2031F |
7 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of new shipbuilding contracts awarded |
8.2 Average turnaround time for ship repairs |
8.3 Utilization rate of shipyards |
8.4 Adoption rate of sustainable and eco-friendly shipbuilding practices |
8.5 Number of skilled workforce trained in shipbuilding and repair technologies |
9 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Opportunity Assessment, By Vessel Types, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Opportunity Assessment, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Saudi Arabia Ship Building and Repairing Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |