Report Overview

Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market – Industry Trends & Forecast Report, 2031

Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market size was estimated at USD 2.0 billion in 2024. During the forecast period between 2025 and 2031, Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.3% reaching a value of USD 2.88 billion by 2031. Prominent drivers of the market include the rapid growth of key end-use industries such as construction, automotive, and manufacturing. Among these, the construction and infrastructure development sectors are playing a pivotal role in boosting demand, as they rely heavily on high-quality fastening solutions to ensure structural integrity, safety, and long-term durability of projects. The rise in urbanization, government-led infrastructure initiatives, and increased investments in industrial development across the region are further accelerating the adoption of industrial fasteners, contributing to the overall market expansion.

Industrial Fastener – Overview

Industrial fasteners are mechanical components used to securely join or affix two or more objects together in a wide range of industrial applications. These fasteners are designed to withstand high levels of stress, vibration, and environmental conditions, making them essential in sectors such as construction, automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, and machinery. Common types of industrial fasteners include bolts, nuts, screws, washers, rivets, and anchors, each serving specific functions based on the requirements of the project. Their primary purpose is to provide reliable, durable, and safe connections that can be either permanent or removable, depending on the design and purpose of the assembly.

Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market

Growth Drivers

Expanding Construction and Infrastructure Development Sectors

The Middle East and Africa (MEA) region is experiencing robust growth in infrastructure development, driven by significant government investments in projects such as high-speed rail systems, power plants, and renewable energy facilities. These large-scale developments require substantial quantities of industrial fasteners for secure and reliable assembly. Additionally, rapid urbanization is fueling the expansion of residential and commercial construction, further amplifying the demand for a wide range of fasteners—from standard bolts and screws to high-strength structural components. The increasing implementation of smart city initiatives across various MEA countries is also creating new opportunities for specialized fasteners tailored to advanced, tech-driven infrastructure, reinforcing the market’s upward trajectory.

Challenges

Fluctuating Raw Material Prices

The escalating cost of raw materials, particularly steel, is emerging as a significant restraint for the growth of Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market. As input costs rise, manufacturers face increased production expenses, often resulting in higher product prices. This pricing pressure may lead customers to opt for more affordable alternatives or postpone purchases, thereby dampening market demand. Additionally, shrinking profit margins can limit manufacturers’ capacity to invest in research and development, slowing innovation and product advancement. For regional players, sustained increases in material costs directly impact profitability, posing challenges to competitiveness and long-term growth.

Impact of Escalating Geopolitical Tensions on Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market

Escalating geopolitical tensions could significantly impact the growth of Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market. Such tensions can disrupt supply chains, delay infrastructure projects, and lead to volatility in raw material availability and pricing—particularly steel, a key input for fastener production. Trade restrictions, sanctions, and political instability may hinder cross-border transactions and investment flows, affecting manufacturing operations and project timelines. Additionally, investor uncertainty can slow down funding for large-scale construction and industrial developments, thereby reducing demand for fasteners. Overall, prolonged geopolitical instability poses a threat to market growth by creating an unpredictable business environment and increasing operational risks for regional players.

Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market

Segmental Coverage

Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market – By Material Type

Based on material type, Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market is bifurcated into Metal Fasteners and Plastic Fasteners segments. The metal fasteners segment holds a higher share in Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market by material type. It is due to their superior strength, durability, and resistance to extreme environmental conditions. Their extensive use in construction, automotive, and oil & gas industries further drives demand, making them the preferred choice over plastic alternatives. Also, the metal fasteners segment is subdivided into steel, stainless steel, alloy steel, aluminum, and others. Amongst them, the stainless-steel accounts for the highest market share, owing to its exceptional strength, corrosion resistance, and long-term durability, which make it ideal for demanding industrial environments. Its ability to withstand high pressure, extreme temperatures, and moisture exposure ensures reliability and performance across various applications. Additionally, stainless steel fasteners are extensively used in construction, automotive, and oil & gas sectors—industries that demand high-performance materials to ensure safety and efficiency. These advantages, combined with low maintenance requirements and a longer lifespan, have positioned stainless steel as the most preferred material in the Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market.

Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market – By Product Type

By product type, Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market is divided into Externally Threaded Fasteners, Internally Threaded Fasteners, and Non-Threaded Fasteners segments. The externally threaded fasteners segment holds the highest share in Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market by product type. Externally threaded fasteners, including bolts, screws, and studs, hold the largest share of the MEA industrial fasteners market, driven by their versatility and widespread use in construction and assembly applications. Their dominance is further supported by established regional construction practices that rely heavily on nuts and bolts for structural connections. Within this segment, demand is rising for high-strength bolts tailored for infrastructure projects such as bridges and high-rise buildings. Meanwhile, internally threaded fasteners like nuts and inserts remain essential for forming secure and reliable assemblies alongside their externally threaded counterparts.

Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market – By End User

On the basis of end user, Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market is divided into Manufacturing, Construction & Infrastructure, Oil & Gas, Energy & Utilities, Transportation, and Consumer Goods segments. The construction & infrastructure segment holds the highest share in Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market by end user. It is driven by rapid urbanization and extensive infrastructure development across the region. Projects such as high-rise buildings, bridges, and power plants rely heavily on high-strength fasteners to ensure structural stability and safety. Additionally, the increasing use of prefabricated construction methods in several MEA countries has created a growing demand for specialized fasteners tailored for streamlined assembly processes. At the same time, the widespread presence of an informal construction sector highlights the need for affordable fasteners that meet essential quality standards. In this context, government bodies and industry associations play a vital role in promoting the importance of using high-quality fasteners to enhance the long-term safety and structural integrity of construction projects.

Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market – By Country

The in-depth research report on the Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market covers the market in the region’s major countries including Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, South Africa, Nigeria, Algeria, and Rest of Middle East & Africa. Saudi Arabia holds the highest share in Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market and is expected to maintain dominance during the forecast period. Central to this growth is the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 initiative, which emphasizes infrastructure development through projects such as NEOM, high-speed rail systems, and power plants. These large-scale undertakings significantly increase the demand for industrial fasteners. Additionally, Saudi Arabia's strong oil and gas sector further drives the need for durable, corrosion-resistant fasteners. The country is also witnessing a construction surge in housing, commercial spaces, and religious tourism infrastructure, backed by government investment. While reliance on imported high-performance fasteners remains, the government is promoting local manufacturing through incentives like tax breaks and subsidies. With its advanced transport infrastructure and strategic location, Saudi Arabia is well-positioned to become a regional fastener distribution hub.

Competitive Landscape

Major players operating in Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market include Illinois Tool Works Incorporation, Hilti Corporation, Bollhoff Group, The Würth Group, and Penn Engineering & Manufacturing Corp. To further enhance their market share, these companies employ various strategies, including mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, joint ventures, license agreements, and new product launches.

Scope of the Report

By Material Type

• Metal Fasteners

• Plastic Fasteners

By Product Type

• Externally Threaded Fasteners

• Internally Threaded Fasteners

• Non-Threaded Fasteners

By End User

• Manufacturing

• Construction & Infrastructure

• Oil & Gas

• Energy & Utilities

• Transportation

• Consumer Goods

By Country

• Saudi Arabia

• UAE

• Qatar

• Bahrain

• Kuwait

• Oman

1. Research Framework
   1. Research Objective
   2. Product Overview
   3. Market Segmentation
2. Executive Summary
3.  Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market Insights
   1. Industry Value Chain Analysis
   2. DROC Analysis
      1. Growth Drivers
         1. Expanding Construction & Infrastructure Development
         2. Growth in Automotive & Manufacturing Sectors
         3. Government Initiatives & Investments
      2. Restraints
         1. Fluctuating Raw Material Prices
         2. Quality Inconsistences Among Local Manufacturers
      3. Opportunities
         1. Rising Demand for Specialized Fasteners
         2. Technological Advancements in Manufacturing
      4. Challenges
         1. Shortage of Skilled Labor
         2. Market Fragmentation
   3. Technological Advancements/Recent Developments
   4. Regulatory Framework
   5. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of New Entrants
      4. Threat of Substitutes
      5. Intensity of Rivalry
4. Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market: Marketing Strategies
5. Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market: Pricing Analysis
6. Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market Overview
   1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2031
      1. By Value (USD Million)
   2. Market Share and Forecast
      1. By Material Type
         1. Metal Fasteners
            1. Steel
            2. Stainless Steel
            3. Alloy Steel
            4. Aluminum
            5. Others (Brass, Copper, Titanium)
         2. Plastic Fasteners
            1. Nylon
            2. Polycarbonate
            3. Polyethylene
            4. Others
      2. By Product Type
         1. Externally Threaded Fasteners
         2. Internally Threaded Fasteners
         3. Non-Threaded Fasteners
      3. By End User
         1. Manufacturing
         2. Construction & Infrastructure
         3. Oil & Gas
         4. Energy & Utilities
         5. Transportation
         6. Consumer Goods
      4. By Country
         1. Saudi Arabia
         2. UAE
         3. Qatar
         4. Kuwait
         5. South Africa
         6. Nigeria
         7. Algeria
         8. Rest of MEA
7. Saudi Arabia Industrial Fastener Market
   1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019-2031
      1. By Value (USD Million)
   2. Market Share & Forecast
      1. By Material Type
      2. By Product Type
      3. By End User
8. UAE Industrial Fastener Market
   1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019-2031
      1. By Value (USD Million)
   2. Market Share & Forecast
      1. By Material Type
      2. By Product Type
      3. By End User
9. Qatar Industrial Fastener Market
   1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019-2031
      1. By Value (USD Million)
   2. Market Share & Forecast
      1. By Material Type
      2. By Product Type
      3. By End User
10. Kuwait Industrial Fastener Market
    1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019-2031
       1. By Value (USD Million)
    2. Market Share & Forecast
       1. By Material Type
       2. By Product Type
       3. By End User
11. South Africa Industrial Fastener Market
    1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019-2031
       1. By Value (USD Million)
    2. Market Share & Forecast
       1. By Material Type
       2. By Product Type
       3. By End User
12. Nigeria Industrial Fastener Market
    1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019-2031
       1. By Value (USD Million)
    2. Market Share & Forecast
       1. By Material Type
       2. By Product Type
       3. By End User
13. Algeria Industrial Fastener Market
    1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019-2031
       1. By Value (USD Million)
    2. Market Share & Forecast
       1. By Material Type
       2. By Product Type
       3. By End User
14. Rest of MEA Industrial Fastener Market
    1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019-2031
       1. By Value (USD Million)
    2. Market Share & Forecast
       1. By Material Type
       2. By Product Type
       3. By End User
15. Competitive Landscape
    1. List of Key Players and Their Offerings
    2. Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market Share Analysis, 2024
    3. Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating Parameters
    4. Key Strategic Developments (Mergers, Acquisitions, Partnerships, etc.)
16. Impact of Escalating Geopolitical Tensions on Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market
17. Company Profiles (Company Overview, Financial Matrix, Competitive Landscape, Key Personnel, Key Competitors, Contact Address, Strategic Outlook, SWOT Analysis)
    1. Illinois Tool Works Incorporation
    2. Hilti Corporation
    3. Bollhoff Group
    4. The Würth Group
    5. Penn Engineering & Manufacturing Corp.
    6. Other Prominent Players
18. Key Strategic Recommendations
19. Research Methodology
    1.  Qualitative Research
       1.  Primary & Secondary Research
    2.  Quantitative Research
    3.  Market Breakdown & Data Triangulation
       1.  Secondary Research
       2.  Primary Research
    4.  Breakdown of Primary Research Respondents, By Region
    5.  Assumptions & Limitations

*Financial information of non-listed companies can be provided as per availability.

**The segmentation and the companies are subject to modifications based on in-depth secondary research for the final deliverable

List of Figures

Figure 1       Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 2       Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market Share, By Material Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 3       Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market Share, By Product Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 4       Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market Share, By End User, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 5       Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market Share, By Country, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 6       Saudi Arabia Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 7       Saudi Arabia Industrial Fastener Market Share, By Material Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 8       Saudi Arabia Industrial Fastener Market Share, By Product Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 9       Saudi Arabia Industrial Fastener Market Share, By End User, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 10     UAE Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 11     UAE Industrial Fastener Market Share, By Material Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 12     UAE Industrial Fastener Market Share, By Product Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 13     UAE Industrial Fastener Market Share, By End User, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 14     Qatar Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 15     Qatar Industrial Fastener Market Share, By Material Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 16     Qatar Industrial Fastener Market Share, By Product Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 17     Qatar Industrial Fastener Market Share, By End User, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 18     Kuwait Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 19     Kuwait Industrial Fastener Market Share, By Material Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 20     Kuwait Industrial Fastener Market Share, By Product Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 21     Kuwait Industrial Fastener Market Share, By End User, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 22     South Africa Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 23     South Africa Industrial Fastener Market Share, By Material Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 24     South Africa Industrial Fastener Market Share, By Product Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 25     South Africa Industrial Fastener Market Share, By End User, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 26     Nigeria Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 27     Nigeria Industrial Fastener Market Share, By Material Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 28     Nigeria Industrial Fastener Market Share, By Product Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 29     Nigeria Industrial Fastener Market Share, By End User, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 30     Algeria Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 31     Algeria Industrial Fastener Market Share, By Material Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 32     Algeria Industrial Fastener Market Share, By Product Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 33     Algeria Industrial Fastener Market Share, By End User, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 34     Rest of MEA Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 35     Rest of MEA Industrial Fastener Market Share, By Material Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 36     Rest of MEA Industrial Fastener Market Share, By Product Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Figure 37     Rest of MEA Industrial Fastener Market Share, By End User, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

List of Tables

Table 1   Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 2   Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Material Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 3   Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Product Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 4        Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market Size, By End User, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 5 Middle East and Africa Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Country, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 6        Saudi Arabia Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 7  Saudi Arabia Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Material Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 8   Saudi Arabia Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Product Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 9 Saudi Arabia Industrial Fastener Market Size, By End User, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 10      UAE Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 11      UAE Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Material Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 12      UAE Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Product Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 13      UAE Industrial Fastener Market Size, By End User, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 14      Qatar Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 15      Qatar Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Material Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 16      Qatar Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Product Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 17      Qatar Industrial Fastener Market Size, By End User, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 18      Kuwait Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 19      Kuwait Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Material Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 20      Kuwait Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Product Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 21      Kuwait Industrial Fastener Market Size, By End User, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 22      South Africa Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 23      South Africa Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Material Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 24      South Africa Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Product Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 25      South Africa Industrial Fastener Market Size, By End User, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 26      Nigeria Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 27      Nigeria Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Material Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 28      Nigeria Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Product Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 29      Nigeria Industrial Fastener Market Size, By End User, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 30      Algeria Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 31      Algeria Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Material Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 32      Algeria Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Product Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 33      Algeria Industrial Fastener Market Size, By End User, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 34      Rest of MEA Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 35      Rest of MEA Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Material Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 36      Rest of MEA Industrial Fastener Market Size, By Product Type, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 37      Rest of MEA Industrial Fastener Market Size, By End User, By Value (USD Million), 2019-2031

Table 38      Illinois Tool Works Incorporation Company Overview

Table 39      Illinois Tool Works Incorporation Financial Overview

Table 40      Hilti Corporation Company Overview

Table 41      Hilti Corporation Financial Overview

Table 42      Bollhoff Group Company Overview

Table 43      Bollhoff Group Financial Overview

Table 44      The Würth Group Company Overview

Table 45      The Würth Group Financial Overview

Table 46      Penn Engineering & Manufacturing Corp. Company Overview

Table 47      Penn Engineering & Manufacturing Corp. Financial Overview