United Arab Emirates (UAE) Personal Protection Equipment Market Overview, 2028

In the UAE and many other Muslim countries, it is common for women to wear head coverings as a part of their religious beliefs and cultural practises. These head coverings, also known as hijabs, can present a challenge when it comes to wearing certain types of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as hard hats. Furthermore, to address this issue, PPE manufacturers in the UAE have developed special hard hats that are designed to accommodate hijabs. These hard hats typically have a longer brim that extends further down the back of the head, allowing room for the hijab without compromising the protection provided by the hard hat. In addition to hard hats, other types of PPE may also need to be modified to accommodate hijabs. For instance, safety glasses or goggles may need to be designed with a flexible frame that can adjust to the shape of the wearer's head, allowing room for the hijab without causing discomfort or compromising the seal of the eyewear. Furthermore, one unique feature of PPE in the UAE is the use of cooling technology. Given the high temperatures and humidity in the country, workers may be at risk of heat stress or exhaustion when wearing PPE for extended periods of time. To address this, some PPE manufacturers in the UAE have developed products that incorporate cooling elements, such as cooling vests or helmets with built-in fans, to help regulate body temperature and improve comfort.

According to the research report "United Arab Emirates Personal Protection Equipment Market Overview, 2028," published by Bonafide Research, the United Arab Emirates personal protection equipment market is expected to add more than USD 200 Million by 2028. As the UAE continues to develop and modernize, there is a growing awareness of the importance of safety in the workplace. This has led to an increased demand for PPE as employers seek to protect their workers from potential hazards and accidents. Furthermore, as workers become more conscious of their safety and well-being, there is a growing trend towards personalized PPE that is tailored to individual needs and preferences. This includes products such as customised safety glasses or earplugs, which offer a higher degree of comfort and protection. In addition, the UAE is home to a number of major construction projects, including the upcoming Expo 2024. This is expected to drive demand for PPE such as hard hats, safety glasses, and other protective gear for workers in the construction industry. Furthermore, the UAE has been quick to adopt advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT), and wearable devices, which are expected to have a significant impact on the PPE market. For instance, wearable devices can help track the vital signs of workers in hazardous environments, and IoT-enabled PPE can provide real-time data on workers' safety and well-being.

Based on product type, the market is classified into head protection, protective clothing, respiratory protection, eye and face protection, hearing protection, head protection, fall protection, and others. The hand protection segment accounts for the largest share of the market. Rising worker safety awareness in the mining, construction, equipment manufacturing, and chemical industries will drive demand for industrial safety gloves. The growing demand for safety gloves is expected to drive growth in the hand protection segment. Handling sharp-edged materials in the workplace, such as metal, abrasion, and glass, may increase product adoption. Workers are protected from chemical burns and metal cuts by wearing safety gloves. Furthermore, most safety glove manufacturers are developing acquisition strategies to expand their product portfolios and boost business expansion. In addition, The healthcare industry has the highest CAGR in the personal protection equipment (PPE) market during the forecast period. Healthcare workers use a variety of PPE to protect themselves from infectious diseases and other hazards, including gloves, masks, gowns, and face shields. The COVID-19 pandemic has increased the demand for these products significantly. The healthcare industry is subject to strict regulatory requirements when it comes to PPE. Healthcare workers are required to use PPE that meets specific safety standards, and employers are responsible for ensuring that workers have access to the necessary equipment.

The UAE Standardization and Metrology Authority (ESMA) is the regulatory body responsible for setting and enforcing standards for PPE in the UAE. It works closely with other government agencies, such as the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization (MOHRE), to ensure that PPE meets international safety standards. Furthermore, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is a division of the MOHRE that is responsible for enforcing workplace safety regulations in the UAE. It conducts inspections of workplaces to ensure compliance with safety standards and has the power to impose fines and other penalties on companies that violate regulations. Moreover, all PPE sold in the UAE must be certified by ESMA to ensure that it meets international safety standards. This includes products such as safety glasses, hard hats, and gloves. Moreover, the UAE government provides training and education to workers on the proper use of PPE, including how to select and maintain PPE and how to recognize and respond to workplace hazards.

Considered in this report
• Geography: United Arab Emirates
• Historic year: 2017
• Base year: 2022
• Estimated year: 2023
• Forecast year: 2028



Aspects covered in this report
• United Arab Emirates Personal Protective Equipment market with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation

By Product Type
• Hand Protection
• Protective Clothing
• Respiratory Protection
• Protective Footwear
• Eye and Face Protection
• Hearing Protection
• Head Protection
• Fall Protection
• Others (Skin Protection, etc.)

By End-Use Industry
• Healthcare
• Manufacturing
• Construction
• Oil & Gas
• Fire fighting
• Food
• Others (Mining, Transportation, Automotive)

The approach of the report:
This report consists of a combined approach of primary as well as secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and listing out the companies that are present in the market. The secondary research consists of third party sources such as press releases, annual report of companies, analyzing the government generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources primary research was conducted by making telephonic interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducted trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this we have started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting consumers in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us we have started verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience
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