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United Arab Emirates: Market for Frozen Southern Bluefin Tuna 2022

Market Size for Frozen Southern Bluefin Tuna in the United Arab Emirates

In 2020, after three years of decline, there was significant growth in the frozen southern bluefin tuna market in the United Arab Emirates, when its value increased by X% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a sharp downturn. Frozen southern bluefin tuna consumption peaked at $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, consumption failed to regain the momentum.

Exports of Frozen Southern Bluefin Tuna

Exports from the United Arab Emirates

Frozen southern bluefin tuna exports from the United Arab Emirates amounted to X kg in 2020, approximately reflecting the previous year. In general, exports saw a deep downturn. Exports peaked at X kg in 2010; however, from 2011 to 2020, exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, frozen southern bluefin tuna exports totaled $X in 2020. Overall, exports continue to indicate a abrupt slump. Exports peaked at $X in 2010; however, from 2011 to 2020, exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Uganda (X kg) was the main destination for frozen southern bluefin tuna exports from the United Arab Emirates, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2015, the average annual growth rate of volume to Uganda was relatively modest.

From 2007 to 2015, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Uganda was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average frozen southern bluefin tuna export price stood at $X per ton in 2015, leveling off at the previous year. In general, the export price showed a abrupt shrinkage. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2010; however, from 2011 to 2015, export prices failed to regain the momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Uganda.

From 2007 to 2015, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Uganda amounted to X% per year.

Imports of Frozen Southern Bluefin Tuna

Imports into the United Arab Emirates

In 2020, overseas purchases of frozen southern bluefin tuna were finally on the rise to reach X kg for the first time since 2015, thus ending a four-year declining trend. Overall, imports, however, showed a dramatic contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, imports failed to regain the momentum.

In value terms, frozen southern bluefin tuna imports skyrocketed to $X in 2020. In general, imports, however, showed a slight curtailment. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, imports failed to regain the momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2020, Ireland (X kg) constituted the largest frozen southern bluefin tuna supplier to the United Arab Emirates, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, frozen southern bluefin tuna imports from Ireland exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Japan (X kg), sixfold.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of volume from Ireland was relatively modest.

In value terms, Ireland ($X) constituted the largest supplier of frozen southern bluefin tuna to the United Arab Emirates, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Japan ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value from Ireland was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average frozen southern bluefin tuna import price stood at $X per ton in 2020, increasing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a significant increase. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2020, the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per ton), while the price for Ireland stood at $X per ton.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Japan.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for frozen southern bluefin tuna in the world?

Japan remains the largest frozen southern bluefin tuna consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 45% of total volume. Moreover, frozen southern bluefin tuna consumption in Japan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Australia, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by New Zealand, with a 13% share.

What are the largest producers of frozen southern bluefin tuna in the world?

The country with the largest volume of frozen southern bluefin tuna production was Australia, accounting for 60% of total volume. Moreover, frozen southern bluefin tuna production in Australia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, New Zealand, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Taiwan Chinese), with a 5.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of frozen southern bluefin tuna to the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, Ireland constituted the largest supplier of frozen southern bluefin tuna to the United Arab Emirates, comprising 82% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 18% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for frozen southern bluefin tuna in the United Arab Emirates?

The average frozen southern bluefin tuna export price stood at $1,695 per ton in 2015, approximately reflecting the previous year.

What is the average import price for frozen southern bluefin tuna in the United Arab Emirates?

In 2020, the average frozen southern bluefin tuna import price amounted to $203,462 per ton, jumping by 7,458% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for frozen southern bluefin tuna in the United Arab Emirates. 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 2025.

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the United Arab Emirates
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
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Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
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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
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export
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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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
10. Market Size and Growth, By Product
11. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
12. Exports and Growth, By Product
13. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
14. Production Volume and Growth
15. Exports and Growth
16. Export Prices and Growth
17. Market Size and Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports and Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024