GCC Natural Mineral Water Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034

The GCC natural mineral water market size is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.20% between 2025 and 2034. The market is being driven by the increasing awareness pertaining to the health benefits offered by natural mineral water and rising disposable income in the region.

Key Trends in the Market

Natural mineral water refers to a type of water which is obtained from pure and protected underground sources, contains consistent mineral levels, and can be consumed without need of chemical filtration or interventions. The taste of natural mineral water can vary depending upon the mineral composition. Main minerals of natural mineral water include calcium, magnesium, chloride, sodium, and sulphate which makes this water healthy, safe, and balanced.

• Health-conscious consumers inclined towards adopting healthy drinking habits is driving the GCC natural mineral water market growth. Rising disposable incomes, growing accessibility of natural mineral water, and rapid urban-development across the emerging economies of this region are catalysing the market.
• Growing research and development activities by notable beverage producers to produce lightweight, packaged, natural mineral water with lower sodium content and reduced mineralised properties are expected to fuel the expand the GCC natural mineral water market opportunities in the forecast period.
• Increasing awareness about the benefits of natural mineral water, which include presence of mineral content which promotes organ health and helps reduce bad cholesterol levels, is further escalating the consumption of natural mineral water in this region.

Market Segmentation

The EMR’s report titled “GCC Natural Mineral Water Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034” offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Market Breakup by Size

• Less than 1 Litre
• 1 to 2 Litre
• More than 2 Litre

Market Breakup by Distribution Channel

• On Trade
• Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
• Convenience Stores
• Others

Market Breakup by Country

• Saudi Arabia
• United Arab Emirates
• Qatar
• Kuwait
• Oman
• Bahrain

Market Share by Distribution Channel

The convenience stores segment, based on distribution channel, accounts for a healthy share of the GCC natural mineral water market due to the widespread network of convenience stores in the region and effective marketing strategies being adopted by retailers. Moreover, rapid development of convenience stores across semi-urban areas of the emerging economies of the GCC region is likely to boost the growth of this distribution channel for natural mineral water in the forecast period.

Market Share by Country

Based on country, Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates are offering lucrative opportunities to the GCC natural mineral water market. The thriving travel and tourism sector in these countries is escalating the demand for bottled natural mineral water among tourists, thereby contributing to the GCC natural mineral water market growth. Increasing demand for natural mineral water in hotels and restaurants, pubs, fast food outlets, and modern cafes, among other commercial areas is further augmenting the market dynamics. Presence of top bottled mineral water producing companies on the e-commerce portals are further increasing the accessibility of natural mineral water among the masses.

Competitive Landscape

The comprehensive EMR report provides an in-depth assessment of the market based on the Porter's five forces model along with giving a SWOT analysis. The report gives a detailed analysis of the key players in the GCC natural mineral water market, covering their competitive landscape and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, investments and expansion plans.

Nestlé S.A.

Nestlé S.A. is one of the largest global food producing companies which distributes and markets high-quality packaged food and beverage products. It was founded in 1866 and is headquartered in Vevey, Switzerland.

Danone S.A.

Danone S.A. is a multinational food-products corporation which produces and markets essential dairy and plant-based products, waters, and specialised nutritional products. This company was established in 1929 and is currently headquartered in Paris, France.

PepsiCo, Inc.

PepsiCo, Inc. is one of the largest corporations which produces food, snacks, and beverages, with a product portfolio that includes brands such as Lays, Cheetos, Pepsi, Mountain Dew, and Quaker Oats, among others. PepsiCo was founded in 1965 and is based in New York, United States.

Other market players include Masafi Co LLC, National Mineral Water Company (SAOG), Rayyan Mineral Water Company, Al-Rawdatain Water Bottling Company, Al Ain Food & Beverages PJSC, and MYNA Water Bahrain, among others.
Show more