The GCC construction sector - valued at SAR667 billion ($178 in 2025 - is poised for solid growth over the next five years with the market set to hit SAR 850.96 billion ($227 billion) by 2030 growing at a CAGR of more than 5% during the period, said a report released ahead of the second edition of a key HVAC industry event in Riyadh.
The second edition of the Middle East Industry Congress - HVACR Next Generation: Sustainability in Extreme Conditions is being hosted by Eurovent Middle East, in cooperation with the Air Movement and Control Association (AMCA) on October 28 at the InterContinental Durrat Al Riyadh Resort & Spa, Saudi Arabia.
Supported by leading HVACR manufacturers, the congress will bring together government officials, industry leaders, and stakeholders to explore the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the HVACR sector in one of the world’s most demanding climates.
This rapid GCC construction sector expansion is expected to drive strong demand for HVACR equipment, underscoring the sector’s critical role in a region where cooling accounts for up to 80% of building energy consumption and more than 50% of total national energy use.
"With sustainability, energy efficiency, the refrigerant transition, and Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) at the forefront of regional priorities, this congress will highlight the essential role of HVACR in reducing greenhouse gas emissions while delivering reliable and affordable cooling, ventilation, and refrigeration solutions," said Markus Lattner, Managing Director of Eurovent Middle East.
"As rising temperatures and extreme conditions intensify across the region, our sector is central to balancing climate action with economic growth," he stated.
Hassan Abou Jawhar, Director Europe and Middle East of AMCA, said: "Eurovent Middle East and AMCA remain committed to advancing technical regulations and minimum energy performance standards across a wide range of HVACR products and technologies. By fostering dialogue between policymakers and industry, this congress will accelerate the adoption of innovative solutions and chart a more sustainable pathway for the future of cooling and ventilation."
The upcoming event will also see the regional launch of Desert Certification, the first high-ambient performance certification tailored specifically to the Middle East, ensuring HVACR products are tested and proven under the region’s extreme climatic conditions, said the organisers.
The programme will feature keynote speeches from international experts and high-level panel discussions with representatives from government, regulatory authorities, and industry.
Afternoon sessions will focus on practical solutions, highlighting next-generation technologies and case studies that demonstrate the business case for sustainability, from the refrigerant transition in high-ambient countries to energy-efficient projects designed to enhance indoor air quality, they added.-TradeArabia News Service