The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is emerging as a key market for SiC semiconductor devices in the Middle East, driven by the country’s commitment to renewable energy and technological innovation. The drivers include the UAE’s ambitious Vision 2021, which focuses on sustainability and energy efficiency. The UAE’s investments in solar energy, especially with projects like the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, create substantial demand for SiC-based power electronics for energy conversion and storage systems. Additionally, the UAE’s growing interest in electric vehicles (EVs) and the establishment of EV infrastructure further drives the need for SiC power modules in automotive applications.
Restraints include the limited local production capacity for SiC wafers and devices, which means the UAE relies on imports, adding cost pressures to the market. Moreover, the relatively high price of SiC semiconductors could be a barrier for broader adoption in certain applications.
Opportunities in the UAE include the country’s expanding renewable energy market, which requires highly efficient power conversion systems in solar inverters and energy storage applications. The UAE is also investing in the electrification of transport, including electric vehicles, which presents significant potential for SiC-based solutions in vehicle powertrains and charging systems.
Trends in the UAE include the increasing integration of SiC-based solutions in the growing electric vehicle market, as well as the UAE’s ongoing development of smart grid technologies and clean energy projects. The country is also actively fostering collaborations between local and international companies to promote the development and adoption of advanced semiconductor technologies like SiC.
TABLE - United Arab Emirates Silicon Carbide (SiC) Semiconductor Devices Market Size & Forecast By Component 2021-2033
Component | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 | CAGR (2024-2033) |
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Schottky Diodes | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
FET/MOSFET Transistors | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Integrated Circuits | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Rectifiers/Diodes | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Power Modules | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Others | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Total | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX |
Source: Company Publications, Primary Interviews, and SR Analysis
TABLE - United Arab Emirates Silicon Carbide (SiC) Semiconductor Devices Market Size & Forecast By Product 2021-2033
Product | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 | CAGR (2024-2033) |
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Optoelectronic Devices | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Power Semiconductors | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Frequency Devices | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Total | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX |
Source: Company Publications, Primary Interviews, and SR Analysis
TABLE - United Arab Emirates Silicon Carbide (SiC) Semiconductor Devices Market Size & Forecast By Wafer Size 2021-2033
Wafer Size | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 | CAGR (2024-2033) |
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1 inch to 4 inches | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
6 inches | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
8 inches | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
10 inches & above | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Total | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX |
Source: Company Publications, Primary Interviews, and SR Analysis
TABLE - United Arab Emirates Silicon Carbide (SiC) Semiconductor Devices Market Size & Forecast By End-User 2021-2033
End-User | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 | CAGR (2024-2033) |
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Automotive | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Electric Vehicles | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
IC Automobiles | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Consumer Electronics | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Aerospace & Defense | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Medical Devices | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Data & Communication Devices | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Energy & Power | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
EV Infrastructure | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Power Distribution & Utilities | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Others | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Total | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX |
Source: Company Publications, Primary Interviews, and SR Analysis