Saudi Arabia Bottled Water Market Overview, 2028

Saudi Arabia experiences a hot and arid climate for a significant part of the year, with high temperatures and low rainfall. This climate creates a greater need for hydration, making bottled water a practical and convenient choice to meet the demands of staying hydrated in such conditions. Country has faces challenges in terms of water scarcity and low rainfall. The arid climate and limited freshwater sources make access to clean and safe drinking water more challenging. Bottled water provides a reliable alternative to tap water, which may have quality concerns or limited availability in some areas, particularly in remote regions. During outdoor gatherings, events, or religious occasions, it is customary to provide bottled water to guests as a gesture of hospitality. This practice recognizes the importance of hydration and ensures that individuals have access to safe drinking water in social settings. Additionally, there is a growing emphasis on health and wellness globally, including in Saudi Arabia. The hot climate further accentuates the importance of maintaining good health and staying hydrated. Bottled water is often perceived as a healthier alternative to sugary drinks or other beverages, aligning with the cultural value of taking care of one's well-being.

According to the research report "Saudi Arabia Bottled Water Market Overview, 2028," published by Bonafide Research, The Saudi Arabia Bottled Water market is expected to grow at above 6.62% CAGR from 2023 to 2028. Bottled water is drinking water packaged in plastic or glass water bottles. Saudi Arabia bottled water market is segmented by type, distribution channel, and by packaging size. By type, the market is segmented into still water and sparkling water. Based on distribution channels, the market studied is segmented into retail channels, home and office delivery, and foodservice. The market is also divided based on packaging size into less than 330 ml, 331 ml–500 ml, 501 ml–1000 ml, 1001 ml–2000 ml, 2001 ml–5000 ml, and more than 5001 ml. Over the period, the market growth is augmented by high disposable income, growing urbanization, and increasing demand for sparkling water. Such factors provide growth opportunities to global and regional bottled water manufacturers, primarily to cater to the increasing demand from institutions such as hospitals. The Saudi Arabian bottled water market is highly competitive with the presence of both global and regional players. Furthermore, companies are increasing their investments in research, development, and marketing and expanding their distribution network to maintain their position in the market to offer innovative bottled water. The prominent players in the market are Hana Food Industries Company (Hana Water), Bin Zomah Group Trading & Mfg (Safa), Health Water Bottling Co. (Nova Water), Pepsi Co., and Aloyoun Water Factory Inc.

This increased bottled water sales, primarily in the home delivery channel. Furthermore, government initiatives for personal hygiene are expected to drive the demand for bottled water. The Saudi Arabian bottled water market witnessed significant growth due to the rising tourism industry. Moreover, the country's food service channels, such as hotels and restaurants, are also increasing. Therefore, to offer quality service to their tourists, they also contribute to a significant share of sales in the bottled water market. he Saudi Arabian Standards Organization sets the standards and specifications for bottled water in the country. SASO develops and updates technical regulations that cover various aspects of bottled water, including water source, treatment processes, packaging, labelling, and quality control. Additionally, companies are required to ensure that the water used for bottling meets specific quality standards. The regulations may specify permissible limits for parameters such as microbiological contaminants, chemical substances, and physical properties of the water source. Increasing awareness of environmental sustainability may lead to a shift in consumer preferences towards eco-friendly packaging and sustainable practices in the bottled water industry. Companies that prioritize sustainability and offer environmentally friendly options may gain a competitive advantage. Additionally, The bottled water market is witnessing innovation in terms of product offerings and differentiation. Companies are introducing flavoured water, functional water, and other value-added options to cater to specific consumer preferences. Such innovations can attract new customers and drive market growth.

Tourism is an important component of Saudi Arabia's economic growth, where both religious and non-religious activities have significant potential for expansion. With the rising influx of both local and foreign tourists in tourist centers, it is expected to increase the consumption of treated water, i.e., bottled water, in the country. Due to the increasing tourism in the country, the foodservice channels, such as hotels and restaurants, are increasing in Saudi Arabia. Therefore, to offer quality service to their tourist, they are also contributing to the high share of sales in bottled water, primarily from the still-bottled water segment. According to the Ministry of Tourism Saudi Arabia data from 2021, 1,532,000 tourists stayed in hotels in Saudi Arabia. Owing to significant growth in the tourism industry, companies manufacturing bottled water in Saudi Arabia are developing and marketing various sizes of bottled water, which can be conveniently carried by users.

Considered in this report
• Geography: Saudi Arabia
• Historic year: 2017
• Base year: 2022
• Estimated year: 2023
• Forecast year: 2028



Aspects covered in this report
• Saudi Arabia market with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Country-wise Germany Bottled water market analysis
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation

By Product Type

• Still Water
• Sparkling Water
• Functional Water
• Enhanced Water

BY Sales Channel
• On trade
• Off trade

The approach of the report:
This report consists of a combined approach of primary as well as secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and list out the companies that are present in the market. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, annual reports of companies, and analysing government-generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources primary research was conducted by making telephonic interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducting trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this we have started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting consumers into regional aspects, tier aspects, age groups, and gender. Once we have primary data with us. we have started verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience
This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations & organizations related to Frozen Food Market, government bodies, and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing & presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.