EMEA sealants, adhesives market set to hit US$31.8B by 2034, driven by construction and EV boom

EMEA — The EMEA sealants and adhesives market is forecast to grow from US$24.13 billion in 2024 to nearly US$31.8 billion by 2034, at a CAGR of 2.8%, according to a new report by Research and Markets.

The growth is attributed to robust demand from the construction, automotive, and packaging sectors, alongside the emergence of sustainable and smart adhesive technologies.

The Middle East and Africa (MEA) region is projected to outpace Europe, expanding at 4.9% CAGR, driven by rising construction investments and urbanization.

Europe, meanwhile, will maintain steady growth at 2.6%, supported by the continent’s expanding electric vehicle (EV) and renovation markets.

Saudi Arabia leads the MEA market, boosted by its US$425 billion Vision 2030 infrastructure drive, while the UAE follows closely with large-scale industrial and urban projects.

In Europe, Germany and France remain key markets, benefiting from advanced automotive and silicone industries.

Germany’s strong EV production and lightweight vehicle initiatives are accelerating the use of high-performance adhesives and sealants.

Among major players, Arkema, Henkel, Sika, and Evonik dominate through innovation and R&D investments.

Henkel’s Loctite and Technomelt brands, Sika’s construction solutions, Arkema’s specialty materials, and Evonik’s performance chemicals continue to set industry benchmarks in sustainability and performance.

Other key participants include Akkim Construction Chemicals, H.B. Fuller, Wacker Chemie, Saint-Gobain, and Dubai Adhesive Material Factory.

Key growth drivers include:

Rising demand for eco-friendly products, with manufacturers shifting to bio-based polymers and recyclable formulations.

Advancements in 3D printing, requiring adhesives tailored for composites, ceramics, and metals.

Development of smart adhesives and sealants with self-healing and IoT-enabled monitoring properties.

Rapid urbanization and infrastructure modernization across Africa and the Middle East are also creating opportunities for high-performance bonding materials.

In mature European markets, renovation and energy efficiency upgrades remain key growth contributors.

The report highlights increasing use in packaging, particularly for ready-to-eat and ready-to-drink products, and in premium cosmetics packaging across the region.

Overall, innovation, sustainability, and regional diversification are expected to define the competitive landscape of the EMEA sealants and adhesives market through 2034.

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