Middle East & Africa Refractories Market Size & Outlook
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MEA refractories market highlights
- The MEA refractories market generated a revenue of USD 1,700.5 million in 2025.
- The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.6% from 2026 to 2033.
- In terms of segment, iron & steel was the largest revenue generating end use in 2025.
- Glass & Ceramics is the most lucrative end use segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
- Country-wise, South Africa is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2026 to 2033.
MEA data book summary
| Market revenue in 2025 | USD 1,700.5 million |
| Market revenue in 2033 | USD 3,176.6 million |
| Growth rate | 8.6% (CAGR from 2026 to 2033) |
| Largest segment | Iron & steel |
| Fastest growing segment | Glass & Ceramics |
| Historical data covered | 2021 - 2024 |
| Base year for estimation | 2025 |
| Forecast period covered | 2026 - 2033 |
| Quantitative units | Revenue in USD million |
| Market segmentation | Cement & Lime, Iron & Steel, Non-Ferrous Metals, Glass & Ceramics |
| Key market players worldwide | Chosun Refractories, CoorsTek, HarbisonWalker International, Imerys, Krosaki Harima, Morgan Advanced Materials PLC, RHI Magnesita NV ADR, Saint-Gobain - Gyproc, Shinagawa Refractories, Vesuvius Media |
Other key industry trends
- In terms of revenue, MEA region accounted for 3.6% of the global refractories market in 2025.
- Globally, Asia Pacific is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2033.
- Europe is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 13,757.1 million by 2033.
Key Regions: U.S. , UK , Japan , Brazil , South Africa
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Refractories Market Companies
| Name | Profile | # Employees | HQ | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vesuvius Media | View profile | 1-10 | Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, North America | https://www.vesuviusmedia.com/ |
| Shinagawa Refractories | View profile | 1001-5000 | Otemachi, Tokyo, Japan, Asia | https://www.shinagawa.co.jp/ |
| Krosaki Harima | View profile | 1001-5000 | Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, Japan, Asia | https://www.krosaki.co.jp/ |
| HarbisonWalker International | View profile | 1001-5000 | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, North America | http://www.thinkHWI.com |
| Chosun Refractories | View profile | 501-1000 | Kwangyang, Cholla-namdo, South Korea, Asia | http://www.chosunref.co.kr |
| Saint-Gobain - Gyproc | View profile | 51-100 | Beveren, Oost-Vlaanderen, Belgium, Europe | https://www.gyproc.be |
| RHI Magnesita NV ADR | View profile | 14777 | Kranichberggasse 6, Vienna, Austria, 1120 | https://www.rhimagnesita.com |
| Imerys | View profile | 13909 | 43 quai de Grenelle, Paris, France, 75015 | https://www.imerys.com |
| Morgan Advanced Materials PLC | View profile | 8783 | Sheet Street, York House, Windsor, United Kingdom, SL4 1DD | https://www.morganadvancedmaterials.com |
| CoorsTek | View profile | 10001+ | Golden, Colorado, United States, North America | https://www.coorstek.com |
Middle East & Africa refractories market outlook
The databook is designed to serve as a comprehensive guide to navigating this sector. The databook focuses on market statistics denoted in the form of revenue and y-o-y growth and CAGR across the globe and regions. A detailed competitive and opportunity analyses related to refractories market will help companies and investors design strategic landscapes.
Iron & steel was the largest segment with a revenue share of 69.63% in 2025. Horizon Databook has segmented the Middle East & Africa refractories market based on cement & lime, iron & steel, non-ferrous metals, glass & ceramics covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2021 to 2033.
The Middle East & Africa refractories market is poised for growth driven by increasing investments in construction and infrastructure projects across the region.
Notable initiatives, such as Oman’s Sultan Haitham City, which aims to provide affordable housing for low-income citizens, are expected to stimulate demand for cement and glass products.
The production of these materials relies heavily on high-performance refractories that can withstand extreme temperatures during manufacturing processes.
The completion of such urban projects will not only boost construction activity but will also enhance the need for durable refractory materials essential for the production of cement, steel, and glass.
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