In a recent study by IMARC Group, it was revealed that the power cable market in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region had reached a valuation of USD 3.6 Billion in 2024. The market is expected to grow to USD 6.2 Billion by 2033, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3% from 2025 to 2033.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of the GCC power cable market. AI algorithms are being used to analyze sensor data from smart cables, detecting early signs of wear, vibrations, and thermal anomalies. This predictive maintenance revolution has resulted in a reduction of downtime by up to 20% in Saudi Arabia’s solar farms and UAE data centers.
Machine learning systems are also being utilized for real-time load optimization. These systems monitor power consumption patterns across GCC grids, automatically balancing loads and reducing cable stress during peak hours, thereby optimizing energy distribution efficiency.
In terms of quality control, computer vision and AI-powered inspection systems are being used to detect microscopic defects in cable manufacturing. This ensures superior insulation and conductor quality before deployment in critical infrastructure projects.
AI is also being used to create digital twins of entire cable networks. These virtual replicas simulate performance under different conditions, allowing engineers to test upgrades virtually before physical implementation across expanding renewable energy grids.
AI systems are enabling cables to communicate within intelligent grids, facilitating seamless integration of solar and wind power while managing intermittent energy flows through automated switching and routing decisions.
Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and the UAE’s Vision 2071 are revolutionizing the GCC power cable industry. These visions involve massive infrastructure investments that are fundamentally transforming power cable demand. Saudi Arabia aims to achieve 50% renewable energy in its electricity mix, requiring 130 gigawatts of capacity with 58.7 GW from solar and 40 GW from wind.
The UAE’s Digital Government Strategy and Abu Dhabi’s target of 50% EV penetration by 2040 with 70,000 charging stations planned are creating sustained demand for high-voltage transmission cables.
Kuwait’s renewable energy and green hydrogen masterplan, signed in July 2024, reinforces long-term requirements. Qatar’s Ashghal launched a 2 billion QAR underground cable project in March 2025 featuring AI-powered monitoring.
These initiatives, combined with smart city developments across Riyadh, Dubai, and Doha, position power cables as foundational infrastructure for the region’s sustainable transformation.
Mega infrastructure projects and renewable energy transitions are reshaping GCC power cable demand at an unprecedented scale. Saudi Arabia’s NEOM, UAE’s Expo City, and Qatar’s Lusai are just a few examples of this trend.
In conclusion, the GCC power cable market is experiencing significant growth, driven by AI innovations, ambitious national visions, and a shift towards renewable energy.
