ICT Market in Kuwait Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Report Covers ICT Companies in Kuwait and the Market is Segmented by Technology (big Data Analytics, Mobility, Cloud Computing, Storage, Business Process Outsourcing), Component (hardware, Devices, Software, and Services), and End-User Industry (oil, Gas, and Utilities, Transportation and Logistics, Healthcare, Financial Services, Manufacturing, and Construction). The Market Size and Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (in USD) for all the Above Segments.

ICT Market in Kuwait Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Kuwait ICT Market Size

Kuwait ICT Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 27.12 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 43.36 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 9.84 %
Market Concentration Medium

Major Players

Kuwait ICT Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Kuwait ICT Market Analysis

The Kuwait ICT Market size is estimated at USD 27.12 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 43.36 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 9.84% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

The government's robust focus on digital transformation initiatives and increasing demand for innovative technologies across various sectors drive the Kuwait ICT market.

  • Kuwait's telecommunication services are swiftly uplifting, with the five operational Internet Service Providers (ISPs), three mobile telephone operators, and many sub-ISPs and authorized providers covering the country. In recent years, there has been a trend of vertical integration with various telecom companies, acquiring Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to provide bundled mobile and Internet services to both business and consumer clients.
  • Moreover, according to the International Trade Administration (ITA) previous year report, the telecom industry in Kuwait boasts a remarkable level of mobile accessibility, widespread WiFi availability, efficient fiber optic cabling, seamless satellite- connectivity, and an advanced network that offers internet/intranet services. Additionally, the country benefits from a fully functional and well-equipped base station, ensuring robust network optimization and service quality nationwide.
  • Furthermore, government policies and PPP initiatives like the National Development Plan called 'New Kuwait" are expected to develop substantial IT and communication infrastructure to support the national development plan. The Communication and Information Technology Regulatory Authority (CITRA) in Kuwait is responsible for overseeing the ICT sector and monitoring and protecting the interests of users and service providers in the country while ensuring equality of opportunity, transparency, and fair competition.
  • The country has been among the early adopters of the 5G network. The adoption of 5G technology has been vital to achieving the country's vision of 2035, as has the earmarking of human and financial resources to create a broader and deeper IT ecosystem. As of January 2023, Kuwait ranked seventh globally in Ookla's Speedtest Global Index for mobile performance, with a 109.93 Mbps median speed.
  • Also, the ICT market in Kuwait is expected to be one of the emerging markets in the future. This means hardware, software, and other IT services will be needed-the increasing penetration of technology giants in the country to take advantage of privatization in Kuwait. However, because Kuwait needs more skilled workers to handle advanced IT and communication technology, the government will have to rely on outside sources to compensate for the skills gap. This is likely to slow the growth of the market in Kuwait.
  • However, the country will have to rely on outside sources to compensate for the skills gap due to the need for more skilled workers to handle advanced IT and communication technology (ICT). This is likely to slow the growth of the market in Kuwait.

Kuwait ICT Industry Overview

The Kuwaiti ICT market is semi-consolidated despite the presence of significant players like Ooredoo, Zain, IBM Corporation, Huawei Technologies, and Cisco Systems. Players in the market are adopting strategies such as partnerships, mergers, innovations, and acquisitions to enhance their product offerings and gain a sustainable competitive advantage.

July 2024: Google Cloud inaugurated its new offices in Kuwait, receiving a license from the Kuwait Direct Investment Promotion Authority (KDIPA). The event was graced by His Excellency Mr. Omar Saud Al-Omar, the Minister of Commerce and Industry and Minister of State for Communication Affairs. This move underscores Google Cloud's dedication to bolstering Kuwait's digital transformation, emphasizing the modernization of government services and fostering economic growth. The newly established offices will act as a collaborative and innovative hub, uniting Google Cloud experts to engage closely with local customers and partners.

March 2024: Ooredoo and Huawei will collaborate to upgrade all core networks to a 5GC service-based architecture. The partnership, which was signed during Mobile World Congress Barcelona 2024, will see the modernization of Ooredoo’s core networks in Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Iraq, Tunisia, Algeria, and the Maldives.

Kuwait ICT Market Leaders

  1. Ooredoo

  2. Zain

  3. IBM Corporation

  4. Huawei Technologies

  5. Cisco Systems

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Kuwait ICT Market News

  • August 2024: The General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) has launched the Saudi Statistician Program, designed to nurture a fresh wave of domestic data specialists. This initiative calls on graduates holding degrees in fields such as statistics, mathematics, big data and analytics, economics, data science, quantitative methods, or data engineering to submit their applications. Those who are selected will undergo a comprehensive year-long training at GASTAT, post which they will receive sponsorship to pursue a master's degree.
  • March 2024: Zain has partnered with global firm Huawei to set up an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Center of Excellence. This collaboration seeks to advance both companies' initiatives in AI-driven innovative services and the automation of the 5.5G network in the region. The initiative will focus on training AI algorithms to boost network automation, enabling quicker customer service, superior network solutions, and optimized maintenance. Ultimately, this endeavor aims to cultivate high-quality networks, deliver swift and efficient services, and ensure top-tier user experiences.

Kuwait ICT Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET INSIGHTS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.2.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.2.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
    • 4.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.2.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.2.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
  • 4.3 Assessment of the Impact of COVID-19 on the Market

5. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 5.1 Market Drivers
    • 5.1.1 Government policies and PPP initiatives such as National Development Plan called New Kuwait
    • 5.1.2 Early adoption of 5G network
    • 5.1.3 Increasing penetration of technology giants
  • 5.2 Market Challenges / Restrain
    • 5.2.1 High dependence on external sources to balance the skill deficit
    • 5.2.2 Heavy dependence on oil and gas sector

6. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 6.1 By Technology
    • 6.1.1 Big Data Analytics
    • 6.1.2 Mobility
    • 6.1.3 Cloud Computing
    • 6.1.4 Storage
    • 6.1.5 Business Process Outsourcing
    • 6.1.6 Other Technologies
  • 6.2 By Component
    • 6.2.1 Hardware
    • 6.2.2 Devices
    • 6.2.3 Software and Services
    • 6.2.4 Communication and Connectivity
  • 6.3 By End-User Industry
    • 6.3.1 Oil, Gas and Utilities
    • 6.3.2 Transportation and Logistics
    • 6.3.3 Healthcare
    • 6.3.4 Financial Services
    • 6.3.5 Manufacturing and Construction
    • 6.3.6 Other End-User Industries (Environment, Media & Entertainment)

7. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 7.1 Company Profiles
    • 7.1.1 Ooredoo
    • 7.1.2 Zain
    • 7.1.3 IBM Corporation
    • 7.1.4 Huawei Technologies
    • 7.1.5 Cisco Systems
    • 7.1.6 SAP
    • 7.1.7 Oracle
    • 7.1.8 HP Middle East
    • 7.1.9 Amadeus IT Group
    • 7.1.10 VIVA
  • *List Not Exhaustive

8. INVESTMENT ANALYSIS

9. FUTURE OF THE MARKET

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Kuwait ICT Industry Segmentation

Information and communication technologies, or ICT, are a broader term for information technology (IT). It refers to all communication technologies, such as wireless networks, the internet, computers, cell phones, software, videoconferencing, middleware, social networking, and other media applications and services that enable users to store, access, transmit, retrieve, and manipulate information in a digital form.

Kuwait's ICT market is segmented by technology (big data analytics, mobility, cloud computing, storage, business process outsourcing), component (hardware, devices, software, and services), and end-user industry (oil, gas, and utilities, transportation and logistics, healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, and construction).

The market sizes and forecasts are provided in terms of value (in USD) for all the above segments.

By Technology Big Data Analytics
Mobility
Cloud Computing
Storage
Business Process Outsourcing
Other Technologies
By Component Hardware
Devices
Software and Services
Communication and Connectivity
By End-User Industry Oil, Gas and Utilities
Transportation and Logistics
Healthcare
Financial Services
Manufacturing and Construction
Other End-User Industries (Environment, Media & Entertainment)
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Kuwait ICT Market Research FAQs

How big is the Kuwait ICT Market?

The Kuwait ICT Market size is expected to reach USD 27.12 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 9.84% to reach USD 43.36 billion by 2030.

What is the current Kuwait ICT Market size?

In 2025, the Kuwait ICT Market size is expected to reach USD 27.12 billion.

Who are the key players in Kuwait ICT Market?

Ooredoo, Zain, IBM Corporation, Huawei Technologies and Cisco Systems are the major companies operating in the Kuwait ICT Market.

What years does this Kuwait ICT Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Kuwait ICT Market size was estimated at USD 24.45 billion. The report covers the Kuwait ICT Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Kuwait ICT Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

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