Chinese OEMs accelerating into the UAE fast lane, says Glasgow Research & Consulting’s Vishal Pandey
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a country known for its opulence, luxury, and a thriving economy. With its vast oil reserves and progressive vision, the UAE has experienced unprecedented growth in various sectors. ...
Market Sharing
In the first of two articles, Glasgow Research and Consulting's Vishal Pandey looks at the changing landscape of the global automotive aftermarket. The aftermarket for automotive parts and services is undergoing rapid change as ...
Global automotive trends impacting the aftermarket segment
At Automechanika in the Middle East, Vishal Pandey – the founder Glasgow Research & Consulting – delivered a keynote presentation on the impact of global automotive trends on the region’s aftermarket sector. The global automotive industry is changing at lightning speed, driven by the rise of major trends including ...
Saudi’s facility management market to eclipse $30 billion by 2025
Saudi Arabia’s market for facility management services is on the path to eclipse $30 billion by 2025. Economic diversification, a maturing real estate sector and Saudi Vision 2030 are all driving growth in the ...
UAE economic modernisation drives growth in truck market
In the UAE, the market for trucks is dominated by pickups, light-duty, and medium trucks. The three Emirates of Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah account for more than 70% of all revenues booked in ...
Glasgow Research & Consulting launches vehicles intelligence offering
The mobility sector in the Middle East and North Africa region is emerging and fast transforming,” said Vishal Pandey, founder and managing partner of Glasgow Research & Consulting. “Our new offering provides the fact-based ...
Glasgow Research & Consulting launches new passenger and commercial sales intelligence service
Building on its extensive research experience and in-depth database of vehicle sales data in the UAE, Glasgow Research & Consulting has launched a new intelligence offering for players in the region’s automotive and aftermarket ...
Medical tourism market could boom to $180 billion by 2025
The global medical tourism market could grow to being worth more than $180 billion in the coming three years. A new study suggests that developing healthcare markets could seize on the trend to pick ...
Disruptive technology, new OEMs, sustainability and light vehicle sales to shape automotive future
The forecast by Vishal Pandey, automotive & mobility practice, Glasgow Research & Consulting, was delivered at the recent Automechanika Dubai Network, a one-day hybrid gathering of the Middle East’s biggest industry players who explored ...
For new car owners in UAE, waiting for delivery gets longer over ships and chips delay
There has been a 5-7 per cent increase in new car prices, mainly due to chip shortages and supply chain issues. The waiting period for new cars has increased and they are charging a ...
Glasgow Research & Consulting shares expertise at industry events
Glasgow Research & Consulting recently showcased its expertise at two industry events for leaders in the automotive and transport & logistics sectors... View Details
Automechanika Dubai Network on Sustainability: Sustainability Disruptors and Future of Automotive: Looking beyond
Vishal Pandey, Partner – Automotive and Mobility Practice Glasgow Consulting Group, was one of the speakers at the Automechanika Dubai Network on Sustainability, on 25th May 2022. He discussed and analyzed how the automotive and ...
Truck & Fleet ME Conference: Automotive Market – Road to Recovery: Looking ahead – 2022 and beyond
Vishal Pandey, Director, Glasgow Consulting Group, was one of the speakers at the third edition of the Truck & Fleet Conference UAE, on 24th May 2022. He shared industry insights, numbers and data on the ...
Demographic shifts and trends reshaping the automotive aftermarket
The rising number of women driving across the GCC is one of five key trends reshaping the region's automotive aftermarket. Vishal Pandey, Partner at Glasgow Consulting Group, told ConsultancyME that due to these shifts, the ...
Spending on (premium) skin care products in UAE above $300 million
UAE's skin care market is expected to ride growing demand in the coming years to inch closer to the $350 million barrier by 2025, according to a new research by Glasgow Consulting Group... View Details
Changing consumer demand is driving Saudi’s ready meals market
Saudi Arabians are increasingly turning to ready meals – pre-cooked meals that can be prepared quickly and conveniently. Estimated today at around SAR 320 million, the market for ready meal sales is predicted to grow ...
Market analysis of GCC’s $3 billion steel production sector
GCC's steel production sector is under pressure, mainly due to Covid-19 induced reduction in manufacturing output. But with a global rebound and a string of megadevelopments on the horizon, the sector is set for a ...
Vishal Pandey on Glasgow Research & Consulting’s growing reputation
Smaller research consulting brands can struggle to win business when up against the largest global brands – making it essential to offer a unique set of services. Glasgow Research & Consulting founder Vishal Pandey spoke ...
Jordan’s tourism sector set for strong post-pandemic revival
Jordan's tourism sector boomed prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, and following a rebound from the 2020 collapse the industry is expected to surpass pre-pandemic levels in 2022, with further growth on the cards in the ...
In 5 Charts: UAE’s New Passenger Car Sales Market
After a number of subdued years, the UAE's passenger car market is set for a healthy rebound, according to a new strategic market study by Glasgow Research & Consulting... View Details
The Guru of Market Research
Chasing a deadline for a Ph.D. assignment in Strategy and Entrepreneurship, the Managing Director of Glasgow Research & Consulting, Vishal Pandey, puts down his pen as he takes a break to chat with Aspire, letting ...
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India: LinkedIn – Engage and Succeed!
Vishal Pandey, Director, Glasgow Research & Consulting, was honored to be one of the invited speakers during the 9th speaking session in "7 Days Executive Development Program" which was scheduled between June 3rd to June 9th by The Institute ...
Truck & Fleet Conference, UAE: Automotive Market in GCC
Vishal Pandey, Director, Glasgow Research & Consulting, was one of the speakers at the second edition of the Truck & Fleet Conference UAE, on 27th May 2021. He shared industry insights on the current state ...
Automotive Industry on Path to Recovery, Say Experts at Automechanika Dubai Network
While experts in the automotive market believe a full recovery could take up to four years, many market analysts and industry leaders have already seen green shoots, spurred on by the implementation of digital ...
Automechanika Dubai: Automotive Market in GCC
The 15th edition of 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐤𝐚 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤, this time was hosted in a hybrid format where guests could attend the live event physically or attend online through the digital platform! Vishal Pandey, Director, Glasgow Research & Consulting was ...
A Class Apart: How Different the UAE Market Is Compared to The Rest of The World
Glasgow Research & Consulting has analyzed the car market in UAE over the past 10 years' data and this has revealed an interesting picture which is markedly different from the scenario across other parts of ...
The Move to Used Cars and Online Selling In KSA
Early in the summer (2020) our very own Vishal Pandey, Glasgow Consulting's Director â Automotive & Mobility Practice expert gave a fascinating insight into the Saudi market via Automechanika Dubai's webinar series. He returned later ...
Franchise Hour Webinar
Our Director, Mr. Vishal Pandey was one of the guest speakers during the Franchise Hour Webinar hosted by Rudolf Kotik, on March 18, 2021 12pm UAE time, sharing insights on what it takes to succeed ...
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, Virtual Q&A on Doing Business with Dubai
Our Director, Mr. Vishal Pandey, took part on another Webinar discussion about 'Doing Business with Dubai'. Organized by The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, The Dubai Business Breakfast and the Sri Lanka Consulate General in Dubai.
The Growing Preference for Used Cars in UAE and Saudi Arabia
Our Director, Mr. Vishal Pandey actively participates in the Automotive scene as he moderated another webinar session for Automechanika Dubai on 22nd September 2020. The focus of the discussion was about the Growing Preference for ...
Saudi Arabia: Looking beyond 2020
Vishal Pandey, Director, Glasgow Research & Consulting, looks at the trends shaping the GCC’s largest auto-market Whatever way you look at it, the Saudi Arabian automotive market remains the biggest in the GCC but it ...
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce Webinar: Winning and Succeeding in Dubai
Once again, our director, Mr. Vishal Pandey PhD scholar, Market Growth Advisor & Director, Glasgow Research & Consulting supported The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce on its webinar initiative: 'Winning and Succeeding in Dubai'. Happened on ...
Automechanika Dubai: Africa’s IAM markets – Current situation & future potential
Our Director, Mr. Vishal Pandey moderated the webinar session for Automechanika Dubai on 2nd July 2020. The focus of the discussion was about the current situation and future potential of Africa's IAM markets.
Arab Brazilian Chamber of Commerce: Tools for Global Competitiveness
The 9th Arab Brazilian Chamber Webinar on ‘Tools for Global Competitiveness’ had over 700 participants on 1st July 2020. Our director, Mr. Vishal Pandey, Market Growth Advisor & Director, Glasgow Research & Consulting talked about ...
Evolving Customer Preferences Steer Changes In GCC Automotive Sector
COVID-19 movement restrictions drive e-commerce transactions, with increased preference for used cars a positive for aftermarket. Movement restrictions and other health safety precautions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic have intensified online and e-commerce purchases across ...
Impact Of COVID-19 On the Passenger Car Aftermarket in Saudi Arabia
The COVID-19 crisis has had a harsh impact on Saudi Arabia’s automotive and aftermarket. In the last three months alone, new car sales decreased by 60% and footfall in car showrooms fell by 80%. A ...
O.P. Jindal Global University: Role of Marketing Research as a Career Option
Supporting O.P. Jindal Global University, as they maintain student engagement through Webinar series, our Director, Mr. Vishal Pandey discussed the Role of Marketing Research as a Career Option on 17th June, 2020.
Automechanika Dubai: Impact of COVID-19 on Passenger Car Aftermarket in Saudi Arabia
Our Director, Mr. Vishal Pandey took part in Automechanika Dubai’s Webinar series on 1st June 2020. Mr. Vishal discussed about the topic: Impact of COVID-19 on Passenger Car Aftermarket in Saudi Arabia on 1st June, ...
Abu Dhabi University: Role of Marketing Research and as a Career Option
Following the integration of distance in the UAE, Abu Dhabi University (ADU) continues to pave the way for student success. To maintain student engagement, the University held a Virtual Guest Speaker Series featuring our ...
Glasgow Research & Consulting launches automotive practice in Middle East
Business research and advisory firm Glasgow Research & Consulting has launched a new automotive practice for the Middle East and Africa region. Founded in 2010, with affiliate office in the UAE and Saudi Arabia ...
Islamic Finance’s role in the healthcare sector
One of the fastest expanding fi nancial services sectors globally is Islamic fi nance which has consistently shown growth rates of around 10-12% annually over the last two decades and has assets of around GBP2.5 ...
UAE’s F&B sector needs a rethink on growth mix
2017 KPMG UAE report that says almost two-thirds of F&B operators in the UAE suffered a drop in sales this year amid challenging market conditions. Download "UAE's F&B sector needs a rethink on growth mix", ...
Saudi Goes Wild For Donuts
Donuts are now among Saudi Arabia’s favorite indulgent treats making their way into cafés and bakeries, together with an increasing presence of international donut chains across the country. Download "Feature: Saudi Goes Wild For Donuts", ...
Kingdom of Warehouses
Saudi Arabia is one of the leading countries in terms of logistics and warehousing in the Glasgow Research & Consulting region. The growth of various sectors including manufacturing, retail, and trade activity is driving the ...
Middle East Food Forum concludes its first conference in the Middle East region
Middle East Food Forum, the UAE's meeting place for all food service business owners and operators concludes its first conference with over 120 plus motivated and prominent food and beverage professionals, F&B thought leaders and ...
Abicalçados presents Strategic Study with a focus on the market of the United Arab Emirates
Brazilian footwear industries Association (Abicalçados) promoted the last day 23, the presentation of the Strategic Study of Shoes-United Arab Emirates. Driven by the Glasgow Pandey, Vishal consultant Consulting Group, the survey was commissioned by the ...
A survey of the image of Brazilian shoes in UAE
Brazilian business owners can now gain a better grasp of the footwear industry in the United Arab Emirates and the thoughts of storeowners, opinion-makers and consumers in the Arab country about shoes from Brazil. The ...
Opportunities abound for SMEs in the UAE retail market
When it comes to the retail market, the UAE has made a name for itself as a shopper's paradise. Boasting the world's largest shopping mall, it has witnessed robust growth in the sector and can ...
Bright Future for foodservice in KSA
The Saudi quick service and fast dining market is still relatively small but has potential for growth, given rising disposable incomes and changing food patterns and dining habits in the Kingdom, especially among the youth ...
The first Middle East Retail Forum sets the tone
Download: “The first Middle East Retail Forum sets the tone”, January 2013
Consumer Trends
Download: “Consumer Trends - 2012”, December 2012
Innovative, smart ideas to attract more mall visitors
Retail industry needs innovative and smart ideas to attract more visitors to malls instead of offering price discounts for more than 100 days, said top industry leaders at the inaugural Middle East Retail Forum in ...
Entertainment is growing in UAE shopping malls
More shopping malls in the UAE are including entertainment centres, according to retail experts at the Middle East Retail forum. Senior experts from the region’s entertainment sector said the retail industry is witnessing a shift ...
First Middle East Retail forum opens
Online retail and specialty stores are growing in the Middle East and North Africa region, according to experts at a retail forum here. Senior retail industry experts from the Middle East discussed challenges and opportunities ...
Middle East Retail Forum Focused To Better Regions Retail And Boost Consumer Demand
Middle East Retail Forum (MRF) is a distinct platform provided to retail leaders and visionaries to come under one-roof and share best practices across the globe. The focus this year at the Middle East Retail ...
Best business minds to converge at the Middle East Retail Forum
Come 5th & 6th December, Ritz Carlton DIFC, Dubai will host the 1st mega congregation of stakeholders in the retail business - the Middle East Retail Forum (MRF) organised by IMAGES RetailME, the business magazine of the Middle ...
Leisure Is a Focus of Riyadh’s Mall-Based Retail Development
Download: “Leisure Is a Focus of Riyadh’s Mall-Based Retail Development", October 2012
Saudi grocery market set for growth
Download: “Saudi Grocery Market Set For Growth”, October 2012
RetailME, MENA Retail Industry Sentiment Survey
Download: “MENA Retail Industry Sentiment Survey – 2011”, January 2012
MENA Retail Industry Sentiment Survey
Download: “MENA Retail Industry Sentiment Survey – 2011”, November 2011
Flexible Service Office Space
Download: “Flexible Service Office Space", October 2011
Green belts as planning tools
Download: “Green belts as planning tools”, August 2008
The Institute of Hospitality publication
Download: republished “How Sustainable is Dubai?”, Issue 7 2007
How Sustainable is Dubai
Download: “How Sustainable is Dubai?”, June 2007
Saudi Inbound Tourism – Potential Undiscovered
Download: “Saudi Inbound Tourism – Potential Undiscovered”, November 2006 (Page 4)
