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United Arab Emirates (UAE) Paints And Coatings - Market Share Analysis, Industry Trends & Statistics, Growth Forecasts (2026 - 2031)
Market Report I 2026-02-09 I 120 Pages I Mordor Intelligence
United Arab Emirates (UAE) Paints And Coatings Market Analysis
The United Arab Emirates Paints and Coatings Market was valued at USD 806.21 million in 2025 and estimated to grow from USD 828.55 million in 2026 to reach USD 949.84 million by 2031, at a CAGR of 2.77% during the forecast period (2026-2031). Steady population growth, a 90,000?unit residential pipeline in Dubai, and Abu Dhabi's AED 205 billion industrial contribution sustain baseline demand even as the UAE paints and coatings market matures. Rising volumes in architectural finishes, stricter VOC rules under UAE Council of Ministries Decree No. 12, and a broadened oil-and-gas asset-maintenance agenda keep protective segments resilient. Regulatory focus on sustainability accelerates the shift toward water-borne systems, while the tourism authority's AED 100 billion destination investments promote premium decorative coatings for hospitality projects. Competitive dynamics remain balanced: multinational brands deploy technology leadership, whereas regional firms leverage proximity and local-content incentives embedded in ADNOC's expanded In-Country Value program, which allocates AED 90 billion of contracts to domestic vendors.
United Arab Emirates (UAE) Paints And Coatings Market Trends and Insights
Surging Commercial and Mixed-Use Construction Pipeline
Dubai's pipeline of 90,000 new homes and multiple hospitality assets keeps architectural coating volumes consistent, while premium hotel specifications lift average selling prices. Landmark projects such as Dubai Creek Tower and Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab require high-performance facade systems that combat intense UV exposure. Parallel infrastructure in Abu Dhabi supports diversified GDP targets, ensuring that the UAE paints and coatings market remains tethered to non-oil growth trajectories. Large-scale civil works demand conservation-grade finishes for museums and cultural venues, expanding niche volumes in specialty decorative products. The continuous rotation of renovation cycles in mixed-use complexes creates predictable repaint demand that cushions cyclical slowdowns in new builds.
Oil and Gas Asset-Life-Extension Projects Boosting Protective Coatings
ADNOC's drive to localize AED 90 billion of procurement elevates protective-coating call-offs for corrosion-prone assets and rewards suppliers with in-country manufacturing. Recent contracts for metal pipes and valves trigger immediate demand for CUI-resistant linings that reduce downtime costs. Jotun's partnership on AMPP TM21442 test protocols positions UAE factories to supply technically compliant coatings for global energy majors. As brownfield facilities dominate regional petro-investments, recurring maintenance windows replace greenfield peaks, giving the UAE paints and coatings market a steadier revenue cadence. Predictive maintenance software further encourages proactive coating replacement, amplifying volumes in high-build epoxy and polyurethane systems.
Stringent VOC Limits and Eco-Label Compliance Costs
Decree No. 12 pushes VOC thresholds below 20 mg/Nm and requires third-party certification, inflating research and development outlays for SMEs by up to 5% of formulation costs. Dubai Building Code 2021 adds Solar Reflectance Index paperwork, complicating tender submissions. Small plants without in-house labs face recurring fees for external testing, nudging the UAE paints and coatings industry toward consolidation. Packaging and labeling mandates introduce new SKUs, raising inventory complexity. The compliance burden tilts the market toward capital-rich brands with dedicated regulatory teams.
Other drivers and restraints analyzed in the detailed report include:
Regulation-Driven Switch to Water-Borne and Low-VOC FormulationsCultural-Tourism Mega-Projects Demanding Specialty Decorative FinishesGulf Humidity/Heat-Cycle Failures Causing Costly Rework
For complete list of drivers and restraints, kindly check the Table Of Contents.
Segment Analysis
Acrylic systems retained 45.78% of the UAE paints and coatings market share in 2025, underpinned by widespread contractor familiarity and balanced price-performance metrics. Polyurethane's 2.86% CAGR through 2031 outpaces the broader UAE paints and coatings market as builders prioritize UV stability and abrasion resistance. Alkyds serve heritage structures and maintenance touch-ups, while epoxy blends anchor high-build floor and tank linings for petrochemical sites. Polyester powders coat aluminum facades, benefiting from zero-VOC credentials that satisfy green-building checklists. Asian Paints' upcoming VAE emulsion and white-cement plants in Fujairah mark a vertical-integration pivot that could reshape local resin flows.
Continuous exposure to UV indices above 11 and frequent sandstorms necessitates resins with superior gloss-retention curves. Polyurethane networks crosslink densely, resisting chalking and color fading, which appeals to facade consultants on landmark projects. Acrylic manufacturers counter with nano-silica enhancements and self-cleaning additives, preserving their bulk position. Supply-chain resilience also influences resin choice: local acrylic reactors guarantee just-in-time volumes, whereas specialty polyols remain largely imported. Strategic stockpiles and toll-blending agreements aim to de-risk polyurethane availability, yet working-capital requirements rise as a result. Over the forecast horizon, a dual-tier market emerges, with acrylics anchoring commodity needs and polyurethane capturing premium niches within the UAE paints and coatings market.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Paints and Coatings Report is Segmented by Resin Type (Acrylic, Alkyd, Epoxy, Polyurethane, Polyester, and Other Resin Types), Technology (Water-Borne, Solvent-Borne, Powder Coatings, and Other Technologies), and End-User Industry (Architectural, Automotive, Wood, Protective Coatings, General Industrial, and Other End-User Industries). The Market Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD).
List of Companies Covered in this Report:
Akzo Nobel N.V. Asian Paints Axalta Coating Systems LLC Caparol Paints Jotun Kansai Paint Co. Ltd. NATIONAL PAINTS FACTORIES CO. LTD. Nippon Paint Holdings Co. Ltd. PPG Industries Inc. RAK Paints Ritver RPM International Inc. Terraco Holdings Ltd. The Sherwin-Williams Company Thermilate Middle East
Additional Benefits:
The market estimate (ME) sheet in Excel format
3 months of analyst support
1 Introduction
1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
1.2 Scope of the Study
2 Research Methodology
3 Executive Summary
4 Market Landscape
4.1 Market Overview
4.2 Market Drivers
4.2.1 Surging commercial and mixed-use construction pipeline
4.2.2 Oil and gas asset-life-extension projects boosting protective coatings
4.2.3 Regulation-driven switch to water-borne and low-VOC formulations
4.2.4 Cultural-tourism mega-projects demanding specialty decorative finishes
4.2.5 High-end interior fit-out boom in DIFC and luxury residential
4.3 Market Restraints
4.3.1 Stringent VOC limits and eco-label compliance costs
4.3.2 Volatile TiO? and petro-feedstock prices squeezing margins
4.3.3 Gulf humidity/heat-cycle failures causing costly rework
4.4 Value Chain Analysis
4.5 Porter's Five Forces
4.5.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.5.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.5.3 Threat of New Entrants
4.5.4 Threat of Substitute Products and Services
4.5.5 Degree of Competition
5 Market Size and Growth Forecasts (Value)
5.1 By Resin Type
5.1.1 Acrylic
5.1.2 Alkyd
5.1.3 Epoxy
5.1.4 Polyurethane
5.1.5 Polyester
5.1.6 Other Resin Types
5.2 By Technology
5.2.1 Water-borne
5.2.2 Solvent-borne
5.2.3 Powder Coatings
5.2.4 Other Technologies
5.3 By End-User Industry
5.3.1 Architectural
5.3.2 Automotive
5.3.3 Wood
5.3.4 Protective Coatings
5.3.5 General Industrial
5.3.6 Other End-user Industries
6 Competitive Landscape
6.1 Market Concentration
6.2 Strategic Moves
6.3 Market Share (%)/Ranking Analysis
6.4 Company Profiles {(includes Global level Overview, Market level overview, Core Segments, Financials as available, Strategic Information, Market Rank/Share for key companies, Products and Services, and Recent Developments)}
6.4.1 Akzo Nobel N.V.
6.4.2 Asian Paints
6.4.3 Axalta Coating Systems LLC
6.4.4 Caparol Paints
6.4.5 Jotun
6.4.6 Kansai Paint Co. Ltd.
6.4.7 NATIONAL PAINTS FACTORIES CO. LTD.
6.4.8 Nippon Paint Holdings Co. Ltd.
6.4.9 PPG Industries Inc.
6.4.10 RAK Paints
6.4.11 Ritver
6.4.12 RPM International Inc.
6.4.13 Terraco Holdings Ltd.
6.4.14 The Sherwin-Williams Company
6.4.15 Thermilate Middle East
7 Market Opportunities and Future Outlook
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