MBC Shahid

https://shahid.mbc.net/ar/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/shahid-careers/

MBC Shahid, a privately owned company headquartered in the UAE, with MBC Group as its parent company, was founded in 2011 and employs approximately 280 individuals. The company reported $287.5M in revenue as of 2024, functioning as a tier 1 media tech buyer. It specializes in media and TV services through its Arabic streaming platform, Shahid, which was launched in 2008 and significantly overhauled in 2020. The platform provides global audiences with a library of Arabic-language content, including exclusive "Shahid Originals," premier movies, and live television. Shahid operates on a "freemium" model, offering a selection of ad-supported content for free, while its premium tier, Shahid VIP, provides ad-free access to exclusive premieres, live sports (including the Saudi Pro League), and licensed international content from partners like Disney, Paramount, and Fox.

2024 Revenue

Founded

2011

Headcount

277

Headquarters

UAE

Primary Segment

Media and TV services

Ownership

Privately Owned

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MBC Shahid offers products in the media and telecoms services industry. MBC Shahid's product portfolio comprises of media and TV services.

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MBC Shahid's revenues were less than $500M in 2024. All the revenue comes from video streaming.

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Examples of MBC Shahid's suppliers include MotoGP Sports Entertainment Group, Mediagenix and Evergent.

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MBC Shahid currently holds 10 broadcasting rights for sports competitions including american football, soccer | association football, motorsports, combat sports and futsal.