Looking ahead, the most significant shift in the Middle East’s automotive landscape may emerge at the intersection of sustainability and cost-efficiency. As the regional circular economy in the aftermarket is projected to reach $3.2 billion by 2030, remanufacturing (REMAN) is becoming a strategic priority.
Ishwinder Suri, VP at Aranca, believes that the adoption of REMAN for high-value parts like engines and transmissions will accelerate as fleet operators seek to lower their total cost of ownership. These components offer 30–50% cost savings while maintaining quality and warranty standards.
"We are moving from a simple replacement model to one focused on functional value recovery," Suri explains. He expects the GCC’s circular market to grow at a robust 10.2% CAGR, significantly outpacing global averages.
For workshop owners and fleet managers, the future involves a transition toward "same-as-new" remanufactured solutions that reduce dependency on volatile global imports. This shift is further supported by Saudi Vision 2030 and the UAE Circular Economy Policy, which are de-risking investments in local recovery infrastructure.
The opportunity is clear: the future of the GCC aftermarket belongs to those who can transform automotive maintenance into a sustainable, long-term asset management proposition.
Source: Aranca
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