Key Market Indicators
The UAE is set to remain a major player in the limestone export market in the coming years. Exports are projected to rise by 2.4% year on year, reaching 33 billion kilograms by 2026. This is up from 27.8 billion kilograms in 2021. India, Oman, and Malaysia are the top importers of Emirati limestone, with India taking the lead. Imports of limestone into the UAE are also expected to grow. Demand is projected to rise by 4.8% year on year, reaching 704 million kilograms by 2026. This is up from 521.7 million kilograms in 2021. Since 2012, Emirati limestone imports have seen an impressive 41.1% year on year increase.
