Africa and Middle East Automotive Pneumatic Actuators Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032

Africa and Middle East Automotive Pneumatic Actuators Market Outlook

The Africa and Middle East automotive pneumatic actuators market size attained a value of approximately USD 728.54 million in 2023. The market is further projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.6% in the forecast period of 2024-2032, reaching a value of around USD 1187.37 million by 2032.

Key Trends in the Market

Automotive pneumatic actuators refer to pneumatic actuators that are designed for specific use in automotive applications, such as in passenger cars or commercial vehicles. A pneumatic actuator is a device that is capable of converting compressed air into kinetic energy that can be used to power linear or rotary motion. These pneumatic actuators provide automotives with fast and powerful energy that can then be used for different automotive applications.

• Automotive pneumatic actuators are increasingly being used to power various systems of vehicles. The thriving automotive sector in Africa and Middle East, supported by rising disposable incomes, improvements in road infrastructure, and increasing affordability are thus driving the Africa and Middle East automotive pneumatic actuators market growth.

• Rising importance of fuel efficiency in vehicles and upgrades in vehicle capabilities are surging the demand for the automotive pneumatic actuators market in Africa and the Middle East. Automotive pneumatic actuators are being used to support advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), autonomous braking, and throttle system.

• Advancements in technology for automotive pneumatic actuators and expansion of key players in the Africa and Middle East region are key trends influencing the market. Research and development aimed towards improving automotive pneumatic actuator technology and applications are expected to provide further impetus to the market growth.

Africa and Middle East Automotive Pneumatic Actuators Market Analysis

Based on motion, the market is bifurcated into linear and rotary. On the basis of type, the market is divided into rack and pinion pneumatic actuator, and scotch yoke pneumatic actuator. By vehicle type, the Africa and Middle East automotive pneumatic actuators market segmentation is segmented into passenger cars and commercial vehicles. Based on application, the market is categorised into throttle actuators, fuel injection actuators, and brake actuators, among others. The major countries in the automotive pneumatic actuators market in Africa and Middle East are Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Nigeria, and South Africa, among others.

The comprehensive EMR report provides an in-depth assessment of the market based on the Porter's five forces model along with giving a SWOT analysis. The report gives a detailed analysis of the following key players in the Africa and Middle East automotive pneumatic actuators market, covering their competitive landscape and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, investments and expansion plans.

• Emerson Electric Co.  

• Continental AG

• Bosch Rexroth AG 

• SMC Corporation 

• Hydrofit Group

• Others

Market Share by Application

Throttle actuators account for a sizable share of the automotive pneumatic actuators market in Africa and Middle East, driven by the increasing adoption of advanced fuel management systems in conventional diesel engines such as integrated throttle control systems. Usage of these engines offer enhanced efficiency, greater operational efficiency, lower carbon emissions, and improved functionality, further bolstering the Africa and Middle East automotive pneumatic actuators market demand. Advanced throttle actuators support integration with multiple vehicular operations, resulting in improved driving particularly over difficult terrains and augmented safety while driving, which is surging their adoption and market growth.

Market Share by Country

Saudi Arabia is anticipated to witness a rapidly growing Africa and Middle East automotive pneumatic actuators market share, supported by rising sales of vehicles in the country and increasing demand for commercial vehicles. Growth of the construction sector in Saudi Arabia along with increased industrial activity and road fright traffic are surging the demand for commercial vehicles with automotive pneumatic actuators. Government regulations regarding vehicular emissions are also increasing the demand for automotive pneumatic actuators. In Saudi Arabia, automotive pneumatic actuators are used for power windows, brake actuators, wiper motors, body actuators, and seat motors, among others.

Competitive Landscape

Emerson Electric Co. was founded in 1890 and is currently headquartered in Missouri in the United States. A multinational manufacturing company, Emerson is a leader in diversified technology and engineering, catering to industries such as automotive, power, chemicals, packaging, industrial energy and onsite utilities, and marine.

Continental AG, established in 1871 and based in Hanover, Germany, specialises in the development of pioneering technologies as well as services for improved mobility of products and people. The product portfolio of the company includes tires and automotive technologies for brakes, motion control systems, automated driving, and passive safety.

Bosch Rexroth AG is a leading engineering firm and subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH with headquarters in Bavaria, Germany. Founded in 2001, the company offers powerful, safe, intelligent and efficient solutions for mobile applications, factory automation, engineering, and machinery applications.

Other market players include SMC Corporation, and Hydrofit Group, among others.

Key Highlights of the Report