Saudi Arabia Bottled Water Market Overview
Market Size in 2025: USD 2.8 Billion
Market Forecast in 2034: USD 5.5 Billion
Market Growth Rate 2026-2034: 7.70%
According to IMARC Group's latest research publication, "Saudi Arabia Bottled Water Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast by Type, Distribution Channel, Packaging Size, and Region, 2026-2034", the Saudi Arabia bottled water market size was valued at USD 2.8 Billion in 2025. Looking forward, IMARC Group estimates the market to reach USD 5.5 Billion by 2034, exhibiting a CAGR of 7.70% from 2026-2034.
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How AI is Reshaping the Future of Saudi Arabia Bottled Water Market
- AI slashes supply chain delays for Nova Water using AWS analytics, boosting online sales and hitting demand spikes during Ramadan with pinpoint inventory accuracy.
- Vision 2030 backs SWA's AI for smart meters and IoT, cutting water losses by 20% in networks that feed bottled production plants nationwide.
- Nova's smart factories deploy AI sensors for real-time quality checks, ensuring zero contamination across millions of bottles daily per SFDA standards.
- Almarai's Pure Beverages acquisition rolls out AI demand forecasting, optimizing distribution to keep shelves stocked amid USD 2.8 billion market volume.
- $533 million Saudi water projects integrate AI for purification efficiency, enhancing bottled water output while aligning with sustainability goals.
Saudi Arabia Bottled Water Market Trends & Drivers:
One big growth driver for bottled water in Saudi Arabia is how deeply it’s woven into everyday life as the main drinking source at home. More than half of households — about 57 percent — rely on bottled water as their primary drinking water, ahead of public network water and tanker supply, which shows how strongly consumers trust packaged brands over tap options. On top of that, total water use per person is very high, with central regions such as Riyadh averaging more than 300 liters per capita per day across uses, reinforcing strong underlying demand for safe, convenient hydration and making bottled water a natural, repeat‑purchase staple across income groups and regions.
Government‑led water strategies and infrastructure investments are also indirectly boosting the bottled water market by putting quality, reliability, and sustainability at the center of public discussion. Under the National Water Strategy and Vision 2030, authorities are investing hundreds of millions of dollars in new distribution networks, desalination plants, and purification projects to secure potable water nationwide and reduce environmental stress. These initiatives raise consumer awareness about water scarcity and quality, which in turn drives interest in brands that can clearly communicate their source, treatment standards, and safety credentials. Bottled water companies are using this backdrop to position themselves as trusted, high‑quality options, with strong lab testing, transparent labelling, and consistent taste, helping them win share from informal or unbranded alternatives.
A third strong trend is premiumization and product innovation, where bottled water is moving beyond basic hydration into lifestyle and health‑driven territory. Market estimates place bottled water revenue in Saudi Arabia in the multi‑billion‑dollar range, supported by growing urbanization, a young population, and expanding modern retail, e‑commerce, and HORECA channels. Leading players such as Nova, Hana, and international groups like Nestlé and Agthia are investing in smart packaging, home and office delivery, and value‑added segments such as flavored, alkaline, low‑sodium, and mineral‑rich waters that speak to wellness and convenience. This mix of health positioning, brand storytelling, and better availability in supermarkets, cafés, gyms, and online platforms is pulling consumers up the value curve, supporting both volume and value growth for the category.
Saudi Arabia Bottled Water Industry Segmentation:
The report has segmented the market into the following categories:
Analysis by Type:
- Still Water
- Sparkling Water
Breakup by Distribution Channel:
- Retail Channels
- Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
- Convenience/Grocery Stores
- Others
- Home and Office Delivery
- Foodservice
Analysis by Packaging Size:
- Less Than 330 ml
- 331 ml - 500 ml
- 501 ml - 1000 ml
- 1001 ml - 2000 ml
- 2001 ml - 5000 ml
- More than 5001 ml
Regional Analysis:
- Northern and Central Region
- Western Region
- Eastern Region
- Southern Region
Competitive Landscape:
The competitive landscape of the industry has also been examined along with the profiles of the key players.
Recent News and Developments in Saudi Arabia Bottled Water Market
- 2025 August: Major bottled water companies announce expansion of sustainable packaging initiatives in Saudi Arabia, introducing 100% recyclable bottles and implementing circular economy principles in production processes.
- 2025 July: Saudi Food and Drug Authority introduces new quality standards for bottled water production, promoting advanced filtration technologies and enhanced quality control systems across domestic manufacturers.
- 2025 June: Vision 2030 sustainability initiatives drive investment in local water source development and domestic production capabilities, reducing import dependence and supporting economic diversification goals.
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