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Asia-Pacific: Transport Container Market 2025

Transport Container Market Size in Asia-Pacific

The Asia-Pacific transport container market reached $X in 2022, growing by 4.6% against the previous year. The total consumption indicated a strong expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.2% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption decreased by -1.8% against 2020 indices. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Transport Container Production in Asia-Pacific

In value terms, transport container production rose slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +2.7% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume increased by 25%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Transport Container Exports

Exports in Asia-Pacific

In 2022, the amount of transport containers exported in Asia-Pacific declined dramatically to X units, which is down by -20.9% compared with 2021. In general, exports, however, recorded a tangible expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 129% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X units, and then fell sharply in the following year.

In value terms, transport container exports declined notably to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, enjoyed prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 204%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then dropped sharply in the following year.

Exports by Country

In 2022, China (X units) represented the major exporter of transport containers in Asia-Pacific, creating 94% of total export.

China was also the fastest-growing in terms of the transport containers exports, with a CAGR of +4.3% from 2012 to 2022. The shares of the largest exporters remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, China ($X) also remains the largest transport container supplier in Asia-Pacific.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in China stood at +5.7%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Asia-Pacific amounted to $X per unit, which is down by -19.4% against the previous year. Export price indicated modest growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, transport container export price increased by +41.3% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the export price increased by 33% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per unit, and then shrank sharply in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to +1.4% per year.

Transport Container Imports

Imports in Asia-Pacific

In 2022, supplies from abroad of transport containers increased by 34% to X units, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, imports enjoyed a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 100% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, transport container imports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 53% against the previous year. The level of import peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2022, South Korea (X units) and Japan (X units) were the key importers of transport containers in Asia-Pacific, together recording approx. 52% of total imports. Singapore (X units) took the next position in the ranking, followed by Indonesia (X units), India (X units) and Thailand (X units). All these countries together held approx. 40% share of total imports. Australia (X units) held a little share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by Singapore (with a CAGR of +107.1%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest transport container importing markets in Asia-Pacific were South Korea ($X), Indonesia ($X) and Singapore ($X), with a combined 51% share of total imports.

Indonesia, with a CAGR of +34.6%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Asia-Pacific stood at $X per unit in 2022, falling by -9.3% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a noticeable decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 23%. Over the period under review, import prices reached the peak figure at $X per unit in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Australia ($X per unit), while Japan ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Korea (+5.0%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Hong Kong SAR and India, with a combined 66% share of total consumption. Indonesia, Japan, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Bangladesh, South Korea, Taiwan Chinese), Australia and Singapore lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 27%.
The country with the largest volume of transport container production was China, comprising approx. 61% of total volume. Moreover, transport container production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by South Korea, with a 5.5% share.
In value terms, China remains the largest transport container supplier in Asia-Pacific, comprising 87% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by South Korea, with a 3.7% share of total exports. It was followed by Thailand, with a 1.5% share.
In value terms, Hong Kong SAR constitutes the largest market for imported transport containers in Asia-Pacific, comprising 59% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Taiwan Chinese), with an 8% share of total imports. It was followed by South Korea, with a 5.2% share.
In 2021, the export price in Asia-Pacific amounted to $2,376 per unit, waning by -25.9% against the previous year.
The import price in Asia-Pacific stood at $750 per unit in 2021, waning by -33.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the transport container market in Asia-Pacific. 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.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 29202100 - Containers specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport (including containers for transporting fluids)

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

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

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • Afghanistan
    • Australia
    • Bangladesh
    • Bhutan
    • Brunei Darussalam
    • Cambodia
    • China
    • Hong Kong SAR
    • Macao SAR
    • Cook Islands
    • Fiji
    • French Polynesia
    • India
    • Indonesia
    • Japan
    • Kiribati
    • Malaysia
    • Maldives
    • Marshall Islands
    • Micronesia
    • Myanmar
    • Nepal
    • New Caledonia
    • New Zealand
    • Northern Mariana Islands
    • Pakistan
    • Palau
    • Papua New Guinea
    • Philippines
    • Samoa
    • Singapore
    • Solomon Islands
    • South Korea
    • Sri Lanka
    • Taiwan (Chinese)
    • Thailand
    • Timor-Leste
    • Tokelau
    • Tonga
    • Tuvalu
    • Vanuatu
    • Vietnam
    • Wallis and Futuna Islands
    • Lao People's Democratic Republic
    • American Samoa
    • Democratic People's Republic of Korea
    • Nauru
    • Niue
    • Guam

  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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