Market Trends of middle east commercial aircraft cabin seating Industry
The main reasons for market growth are the expansion of the fleet and the increased demand for passenger air travel in Middle Eastern countries
- The aviation industry in the Middle East recovered from the COVID-19 pandemic faster and stronger than the rest of the world. In 2021, air passenger traffic in the Middle East reached 302 million, a growth of 249% compared to 2020 and 25% compared to 2019. The increase in air passenger traffic may eventually drive new aircraft procurements, boosting the cabin interior market in the region. Major airlines have adopted fleet expansion strategies.
- A total of 498 new aircraft were delivered in the region between 2017 and 2022. During 2023-2030, around 1,058 new aircraft are expected to be delivered in the region. During the forecast period, the majority of aircraft are expected to be narrowbody. In addition, the popularity of small and economical aircraft, the success of low-cost carriers, and the advent of narrowbodies with long ranges have contributed to this trend. Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates are the major countries accounting for a significant number of aircraft deliveries.
- New aircraft deliveries and backlogs are expected to generate demand for cabin interiors, as various airlines in the region are opting for advanced aircraft systems and components such as LED cabin lights, wireless lightweight IFES, comfortable, lightweight seats, and other cabin products. As of November 2022, major airlines, such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, Saudia Arabia Airlines, Etihad Airways, and FlyDubai Airlines, together had a backlog of over 1,013 aircraft, of which 589 were expected to be narrowbody jets. Factors such as these are expected to drive the cabin interior market positively during the forecast period.
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Consistent growth in air travel is the driving factor for air passenger traffic in the Middle East
- The Middle East, a popular connection point for international travelers and trade, is also growing as a starting point and destination for business and leisure passengers. In 2020, air passenger traffic in the Middle East dropped by 64% due to travel restrictions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, in 2022, due to the rising vaccination rates and strong demand over the holiday season, air passenger traffic in the region reached 349.5 million, a growth of 16% compared to 2021, while the growth was at 45% compared to 2019. Major countries, such as the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, accounted for 42% of the total air passenger traffic, generating higher demand for new aircraft compared to other Middle Eastern countries.
- In 2022, passenger capacity increased by 73.8%, and passenger load factor grew by 24.6% to 75.8% compared to 2021. Air travel recovery in the region continues to gather momentum, and air passenger traffic is expected to double within the next 20 years. Many major Middle Eastern international route areas in Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Iraq, Iran, Jordan, Yemen, and Qatar are already exceeding pre-COVID-19 levels. Such factors indicate that air travel has recovered and continues to gather momentum. Many major international routes, even within the Middle East, are already exceeding pre-COVID-19 levels. Tourism and the high willingness to travel continue to foster the industry’s recovery in the Middle East & Africa. The air passenger traffic levels are expected to grow by 34% in 2030 compared to 2022.
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OTHER KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS COVERED IN THE REPORT
- Saudi Arabia records the highest GDP per capita in the region
- Major original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the sector, Boeing and Airbus, are expected to increase their production between 2023 and 2030, resulting in a balanced aircraft supply chain
- Saudi Arabia and UAE emphasized airport development and expansion projects in the region
- The primary source of revenue for aircraft manufacturers is derived from commercial aircraft orders placed with major airlines
- The aviation industry's growth is driven by the rising air travel and the high volume of aircraft orders placed by various airlines
- Airlines planning to reduce aircraft fuel consumption by opting for innovative lightweight cabin interior products is a driving factor
