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MENA: The strategic
supply chain location

MENA has been quietly climbing the ranks and making its name
in the procurement world.

Glovendor's journey so far

Glovendor’s MENA Procurement Network

Product & Shipping Vendors across 6 Verticals
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Sourcing Agents across 4 Countries
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Top Destinations

Tunisia

UAE

Azerbaijan

Turkey

Saudi Arabia

Turkey

Morocco

Overview

The Middle East and Africa Factory Automation and Industrial Controls Market is expected to register a CAGR of approximately 6.8% during the forecast period (2021 – 2026). North Africa has been steadily growing as a manufacturing region and offers great opportunities.

Trends

  • Gulf countries particularly the UAE and Saudi Arabia are seeing a construction boom and are investing in technology.
  • Political stability in North Africa continues to improve.
  • MENA continues to diversify production to other sectors outside of oil and gas.
  • Several large businesses in the automotive, aerospace, electronics, and textile sectors have opened factories, or are seeking new suppliers, in North Africa.

Top Products

Textiles

Oil & Gas

Fruits & Dry Fruits

Gems & Precious Stones

Gems & Precious Stones

Verdict

MENA is a great manufacturing choice with its close proximity to Europe, low labor costs, improving infrastructure, and access to raw materials. It is the right choice for you if you work with products that MENA specializes in. Although there are some risks associated with the region, with the right partner those can be mitigated.

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