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GCC: Market for Frozen Scallops, Including Queen Scallop 2025

Market Size for Frozen Scallops, Including Queen Scallop in GCC

The GCC market for frozen scallops, including queen scallop shrank rapidly to $X in 2021, with a decrease of -25.6% against the previous year. In general, consumption continues to indicate a abrupt descent. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Production of Frozen Scallops, Including Queen Scallop in GCC

In value terms, frozen scallops, including queen scallop production skyrocketed to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total production indicated a temperate expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.4% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, production decreased by -22.4% against 2017 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 48% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Frozen Scallops, Including Queen Scallop

Exports in GCC

In 2021, shipments abroad of frozen scallops, including queen scallop was finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, exports, however, saw a pronounced reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by 87%. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, frozen scallops, including queen scallop exports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports showed a mild increase. The level of export peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates was the key exporter of frozen scallops, including queen scallop in GCC, with the volume of exports amounting to X tons, which was near 73% of total exports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Saudi Arabia (X tons), comprising a 27% share of total exports.

The United Arab Emirates was also the fastest-growing in terms of the frozen scallops, including queen scallop exports, with a CAGR of -3.6% from 2012 to 2021. Saudi Arabia (-5.7%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of the United Arab Emirates (+4.2 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2021, the share of Saudi Arabia (-4.2 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) remains the largest frozen scallops, including queen scallop supplier in GCC, comprising 94% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Saudi Arabia ($X), with a 5.9% share of total exports.

In the United Arab Emirates, frozen scallops, including queen scallop exports expanded at an average annual rate of +3.8% over the period from 2012-2021.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in GCC stood at $X per ton in 2021, jumping by 111% against the previous year. In general, the export price enjoyed buoyant growth. Over the period under review, the export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while Saudi Arabia amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+7.6%).

Imports of Frozen Scallops, Including Queen Scallop

Imports in GCC

In 2021, approx. X tons of frozen scallops, including queen scallop were imported in GCC; falling by -16.7% on 2020 figures. Overall, imports faced a drastic downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 30%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, frozen scallops, including queen scallop imports expanded sharply to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports recorded a pronounced downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 23%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

The United Arab Emirates prevails in imports structure, recording X tons, which was near 88% of total imports in 2021. Oman (X tons), Qatar (X tons) and Kuwait (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

Imports into the United Arab Emirates decreased at an average annual rate of -5.9% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Oman (+5.6%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Oman emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in GCC, with a CAGR of +5.6% from 2012-2021. By contrast, Kuwait (-16.5%) and Qatar (-17.4%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. The United Arab Emirates (+42 p.p.) and Oman (+3.3 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while Qatar saw its share reduced by -2.1% from 2012 to 2021, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported frozen scallops, including queen scallop in GCC, comprising 92% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Kuwait ($X), with a 2.2% share of total imports. It was followed by Qatar, with a 2.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in the United Arab Emirates totaled -1.4%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Kuwait (-12.1% per year) and Qatar (-17.6% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The import price in GCC stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 26% against the previous year. Import price indicated a resilient expansion from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +9.9% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the import price increased by 72% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while Oman ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Kuwait (+5.2%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for frozen scallops, including queen scallop in GCC. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

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    • Market volume and value
    • Per Capita consumption
    • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
    • Production in GCC, split by region and country
    • Trade (exports and imports) in GCC
    • Export and import prices
    • Market trends, drivers and restraints
    • Key market players and their profiles

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    1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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      1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
      2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
      3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
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    2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

      A Quick Overview of Market Performance

      1. KEY FINDINGS
      2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

      Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

      1. MARKET SIZE
      2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
      3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
    4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

      Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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      1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
      2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
      3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
      4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
      5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
    5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

      Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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      1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
      2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
      3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
      4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

      Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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      1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
      2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
      3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
      4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
      5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
    7. 7. PRODUCTION

      The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

      1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
      2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
    8. 8. IMPORTS

      The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

      1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
      2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
    9. 9. EXPORTS

      The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

      1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
      2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
    10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

      The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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    11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

      The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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      • Bahrain
      • Kuwait
      • Oman
      • Qatar
      • Saudi Arabia
      • United Arab Emirates
    12. LIST OF TABLES

      1. Key Findings In 2024
      2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
      3. Market Value, 2012–2024
      4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
      5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
      9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    13. LIST OF FIGURES

      1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
      2. Market Value, 2012–2024
      3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
      4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
      5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
      6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
      7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
      8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
      9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
      10. Production Volume And Growth
      11. Exports And Growth
      12. Export Prices And Growth
      13. Market Size And Growth
      14. Per Capita Consumption
      15. Imports And Growth
      16. Import Prices
      17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
      18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
      19. Production, By Country, 2024
      20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
      22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
      23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
      24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
      27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
      28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
      29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
      30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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