Middle East & Africa Shrimp Market Size & Outlook

The shrimp market in Middle East & Africa is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 2,603.6 million by 2033. A compound annual growth rate of 6.2% is expected of Middle East & Africa shrimp market from 2025 to 2033.
Revenue, 2024 (US$M)
$1,513.1
Forecast, 2033 (US$M)
$2,603.6
CAGR, 2025 - 2033
6.2%
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Middle East & Africa shrimp market, 2021-2033 (US$M)

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MEA shrimp market highlights

  • The MEA shrimp market generated a revenue of USD 1,513.1 million in 2024.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.2% from 2025 to 2033.
  • In terms of segment, b2b was the largest revenue generating species in 2024.
  • B2C is the most lucrative species segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
  • Country-wise, South Africa is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2025 to 2033.


MEA data book summary

Market revenue in 2024USD 1,513.1 million
Market revenue in 2033USD 2,603.6 million
Growth rate6.2% (CAGR from 2025 to 2033)
Largest segmentB2b
Fastest growing segmentB2C
Historical data covered2021 - 2023
Base year for estimation2024
Forecast period covered2025 - 2033
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationB2C, B2B
Key market players worldwideThai Union Group PCL ADR, Avanti Feeds, High Liner Foods, Surapon Foods, Clearwater Seafoods, Mazzetta Company, Aqua Star, Nordic Seafood, Waterbase, Ocean Direct


Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, MEA region accounted for 2.0% of the global shrimp market in 2024.
  • Globally, Asia Pacific is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2033.
  • MEA is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 2,603.6 million by 2033.

B2b was the largest segment with a revenue share of 59.46% in 2024. Horizon Databook has segmented the Middle East & Africa shrimp market based on b2c, b2b covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2021 to 2033.


Consumers in the MEA region seek healthier protein sources, and shrimp is considered a nutritious and low-fat option. With increasing awareness of the health benefits of seafood, more people are incorporating shrimp into their diets, which is expected to boost the shrimp market in the MEA. Key countries contributing to the MEA shrimp market are Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, and South Africa.

The UAE and Oman's seafood consumption is among the highest worldwide. Both countries are popular tourist destinations, attracting visitors from around the world. Tourists often seek seafood as part of their dining experience, which increases the demand for shrimp and other seafood products.

These companies are expanding their production capacities and investing in research and development to meet the growing demand for shrimps in the region. For instance, in February 2022, Prime Aquaculture partnered with Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) to build the region's first marine shrimp RAS farm. The farm is expected to be completed by 2023 with a yearly production capacity of 1,000 metric tons of shrimp.

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Shrimp Market Companies

Name Profile # Employees HQ Website
Ocean Direct View profile 11-50 Gardena, California, United States, North America https://oceandirect.com
Nordic Seafood View profile 51-100 Hirtshals, Nordjylland, Denmark, Europe https://www.nordicseafood.com
Aqua Star View profile 101-250 Seattle, Washington, United States, North America https://www.aquastar.com/
Mazzetta Company View profile 11-50 Highland Park, Illinois, United States, North America https://www.mazzetta.com
Clearwater Seafoods View profile 1001-5000 Bedford, Quebec, Canada, North America http://www.clearwater.ca/
Surapon Foods View profile 1001-5000 Samut Prakan, Samut Prakan, Thailand, Asia http://www.surapon.com
High Liner Foods View profile 1001-5000 Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, Canada, North America http://www.highlinerfoods.com
Waterbase View profile 501-1000 Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Asia http://www.waterbaseindia.com/
Avanti Feeds View profile 51-100 Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India, Asia http://www.avantifeeds.com/
Thai Union Group PCL ADR View profile 10116 72/1 Moo 7, Sethakit 1 Road, Tarsrai Sub-district, Amphur Muang, Samutsakorn, Samut sakhon, Thailand, 74000 https://www.thaiunion.com

MEA shrimp market size, by country, 2021-2033 (US$M)

Middle East & Africa Shrimp Market Outlook Share, 2024 & 2033 (US$M)

MEA shrimp market size, by country, 2021-2033 (US$M)

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