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Building Boom: Schools and Universities on the Rise Worldwide
Dublin, IrelandMonday, December 29, 2025
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The world is witnessing a significant surge in the construction of schools and universities, with numerous projects currently underway. The total value of these projects is staggering: $291.4 billion.
Regional Breakdown
- North America: Leading the charge with $121.8 billion in projects.
- Western Europe: Following closely with $68 billion.
- Middle East and North Africa: Seeing substantial construction worth $33.6 billion.
- Northeast Asia: Also experiencing a construction boom with $19.7 billion in projects.
Future Spending Projections
- 2025: Expected to reach $54.3 billion.
- 2026: Anticipated to rise to $64.2 billion.
- 2027-2029: Average annual spending projected at $31.9 billion.
Funding Sources
- Government: Funding 72.9% of the projects.
- Private Companies: Contributing 18.1%.
- Public-Private Partnerships: Making up the remaining 9.1%.
Project Status
- 80.8% of projects are either in the planning stages or already under construction, indicating a highly advanced education construction pipeline.
Report Highlights
The report provides comprehensive details, including:
- Top 20 projects in each region, with information on country, stage, and value.
- Key industry players, such as leading contractors, consulting engineers, and project owners.
Benefits of the Report
- Assessing major projects by value, start date, scope, and stage of development.
- Supporting business development activities.
- Planning campaigns based on specific project opportunities.
Global Coverage
The report encompasses projects from all over the world, including:
- North America
- Latin America
- Western Europe
- Eastern Europe
- Middle East and North Africa
- Sub-Saharan Africa
- South-East Asia
- Northeast Asia
- South Asia
- Australasia
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