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The Middle East is witnessing a remarkable transformation in workforce demographics, with women leading the change. Recent data by Huntr indicates that the number of women migrant workers in the Middle East is projected to grow by over 71% in the next two to three years, driven by growing opportunities across hospitality, construction, healthcare, and technology sectors.   The trend underscores...

Dubai is popularly considered a desert phenomenon, and it should be. Over the past five decades, it has risen from a modest trading outpost to one of the world’s most iconic cities, driven by progressive leadership committed to diversification, innovation, and long-term planning. Inspired by Dubai's remarkable trajectory, the rest of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is now undergoing a...

Huntr, the leading UAE-based marketplace connecting migrant workers with enterprises, has released a comprehensive report providing deep insights into the rapidly growing demand for blue-collar workers in the construction industry, particularly the migration patterns from India to the MENA region. The Saudi Arabian construction industry, valued at US$120.4 billion in 2021, is set for robust expansion with an anticipated annual...

A recent report by Huntr, Transforming Migrant Workforce Management through AI and marketplace, highlights the United Arab Emirates' growing prominence as a destination for labor migration. The study, focusing on "Labor Migration in the United Arab Emirates: Challenges and Opportunities," reveals significant trends and impacts of this phenomenon on the UAE's economy and society. The report indicates that the UAE...

Sectors like construction, manufacturing, transportation and infrastructure that are popularly known as the backbone of emerging markets thrive on the blue-collar workforce. India alone is home to 450 million blue-collar workers. Despite their size and impact, this workforce is currently facing some significant challenges. It ranges from inflation to fraud by recruitment agencies. The list is quite endless. But, like...

In today's rapidly evolving global economy, workforce migration has become a critical component for businesses and economies alike. As enterprises seek to optimize their talent acquisition strategies, data analytics is emerging as the next big thing, offering unprecedented insights and efficiencies. Huntr, a pioneering platform in manpower data analytics, is at the forefront of this transformation, demonstrating how data-driven solutions...

For long, labor migration has been recognized as a pivotal component of economic growth models for many developed nations facing demographic challenges like aging workforces or talent deficiencies, especially in key industries. While thoroughly evaluating the net economic impacts of immigration remains complex, existing evidence indicates it creates a combination of both benefits and costs for host countries. According to...

Indians migrating to the Middle East isn't a unique trend, but this year has marked some record high numbers. Such growth can be attributed to an increase in attractive economic prospects. Countries under GCC have evidently rebounded from recent economic setbacks prompting many Indian workers to secure a higher-paying job in construction, hospitality, health and logistics. Migration from India to...

A recent Huntr Report uncovered a notable surge in labor migration to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), reasserting the nation’s position as a leading global destination for workers. It’s easy to see why: from groundbreaking skyscrapers to innovative infrastructure projects, the UAE keeps evolving at an impressive pace. Yet behind the flash and glamour lies a complex interplay of economic...

The UAE’s electric vehicle (EV) market is on a trajectory to grow from USD 5.51 billion in 2023 to an impressive USD 50.23 billion by 2031, reflecting a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 31.82%. This exponential growth is transforming global workforce dynamics, with India emerging as a key talent provider for engineering, infrastructure, and technology roles integral to the...

The global labour market faces the critical challenge of balancing the availability of skilled workers with the demands of evolving job markets. This paradoxical situation manifests as the co-existence of unemployment rates and a high demand for skilled labour, leaving employers grappling with talent shortages. Addressing this talent gap has become a pressing concern, as it not only hampers economic...

The UAE’s electric vehicle (EV) sector is at the forefront of innovation and growth, marking a significant shift towards sustainable transportation. A recent study by Huntr, an AI-driven platform that helps large enterprises with 2k+ employees onboard, train, and manage thousands of blue-collar workers, highlights key trends in workforce dynamics and the industry's potential to drive employment in the region....

Recent data indicates that in MENA countries, men have historically held the majority of skilled jobs, making up 83% of the workforce, while women have represented only 17%In MENA countries, specific skilled jobs such as machine operators, heavy & light vehicle drivers, forklift operators, technicians, electricians, carpenters, steel fixers, and ITV operators are gaining more traction Huntr, UAE based marketplace...

In an increasingly interconnected world, many ambitious blue-collar workers dream of moving overseas to access greater opportunities and adventure. While relocating internationally can be immensely rewarding, it also brings significant challenges. Certain key skills will enable skilled labourers to smoothly transition to living and working in a foreign country. Below are 7 recommended abilities for blue-collar workers to focus on...

The Middle East, particularly the UAE and Saudi Arabia, continues to attract talent from around the world at an unprecedented pace. From ambitious infrastructure endeavors to groundbreaking sustainability drives, these nations are investing heavily in sectors that create countless job opportunities—especially for skilled professionals. Here’s a closer look at five key reasons fueling this trend: 1. Booming Logistics and Supply...

Dubai has always impressed the world with its glittering skyline, becoming a global symbol of ambition and prosperity. But behind the towering skyscrapers and luxury hotels lies a story that rarely gets told. It’s the story of the migrant workers—individuals who’ve traveled from all over the world to lay the foundation of Dubai as we know it today. These workers,...

Huntr, a leading HR and employment technology provider, and BetterPlace, a prominent HRMS service provider, are proud to announce their strategic partnership poised to reshape the blue-collar job market.  The collaboration between Huntr and BetterPlace’s HRMS platform goBetter, aims to simplify and enhance the employment process for blue-collar workers. At the heart of this partnership is the introduction of an...

Kerala’s Reverse Migration Challenge: How Huntr is Helping Turn a Crisis into an Opportunity The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted economies and societies across the globe, but its impact on migration patterns has been particularly profound. In Kerala, one of India’s most migrant-dependent states, the pandemic triggered an unprecedented wave of reverse migration. Nearly 1 million skilled and unskilled workers, who had...

Highlights from the Vatican Youth Symposium 2021: Youth Innovation and Leadership at the Forefront Amid the challenges of the ongoing pandemic, the Vatican Youth Symposium 2021 transitioned to a virtual format for the second consecutive year, enabling over 600 participants from around the globe to join the discussion on sustainable development. This year’s theme, “Global Youth Movements: Leading Change for...