Construction companies in the Middle East are embracing digital transformation

Construction companies in the Middle East are embracing digital transformation

Turner & Townsend, a leading global professional services company in the construction industry, has released its inaugural Middle East Digital Market Intelligence Report1, surveying key decision makers working on Middle East construction projects, with 63 percent of respondents stating their organisation has an active digital strategy.  Companies in the region are strategically embracing digital technologies such as Building Information Modelling (BIM) and cloud construction management software. The construction sector, which has a market value of US$9.7tn2, is experiencing an expedited surge in digital adoption due to heightened demand for infrastructure, a scarcity of trained labour, increased stakeholder expectations for data transparency and integration, and a need to speed up construction timelines.  This sentiment is further fuelled by ambitious digital initiatives like Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and the UAE's Digital Government Strategy 2025, which seek to position the sector as a dynamic global player while also demonstrating the region's commitment to technological and sustainability-led advancement. The report also highlights the opportunity for virtual reality, augmented reality, and artificial intelligence technology to transform the construction landscape and revolutionise project visualisation and decision-making. Yet, survey findings suggest a cautious approach to date, highlighting a need for balanced and measured integration to ensure optimal benefits.