Australia and Oceania: Market for Uncoated Mechanical Printing and Writing Papers 2024

Market Size for Uncoated Mechanical Printing and Writing Papers in Australia and Oceania

The market for uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers in Australia and Oceania reduced to $X in 2021, falling by -14.3% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, enjoyed measured growth. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2020, and then fell in the following year.

Production of Uncoated Mechanical Printing and Writing Papers in Australia and Oceania

In value terms, production of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers contracted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, posted a resilient expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the production volume increased by 349% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production of attained the peak level at $X in 2020, and then shrank in the following year.

Exports of Uncoated Mechanical Printing and Writing Papers

Exports in Australia and Oceania

For the third consecutive year, Australia and Oceania recorded decline in overseas shipments of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers, which decreased by -52.9% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, exports recorded a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 229% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the exports of remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, exports of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers declined notably to $X in 2021. In general, exports faced a deep reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 75%. Over the period under review, the exports of hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The shipments of the three major exporters of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers, namely Australia, Fiji and New Zealand, represented more than two-thirds of total export.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the leading exporting countries, was attained by Fiji (with a CAGR of +9.0%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the exports figures.

In value terms, Fiji ($X) emerged as the largest uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers supplier in Australia and Oceania, comprising 59% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Australia ($X), with a 22% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Fiji amounted to +19.0%. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Australia (-19.4% per year) and New Zealand (-16.4% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Australia and Oceania stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 36% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw modest growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 59% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat 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 Fiji ($X per ton), while Australia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Fiji (+9.2%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the export price figures.

Imports of Uncoated Mechanical Printing and Writing Papers

Imports in Australia and Oceania

Imports of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers fell rapidly to X tons in 2021, dropping by -29.5% on the previous year. Over the period under review, imports showed a abrupt setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by 16%. Over the period under review, imports of hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, imports of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers contracted notably to $X in 2021. Overall, imports recorded a drastic downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 18% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Australia was the major importing country with an import of around X tons, which recorded 69% of total imports. It was distantly followed by New Zealand (X tons) and Fiji (X tons), together constituting a 30% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, average annual rates of growth with regard to uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers imports into Australia stood at -16.8%. At the same time, New Zealand (+10.6%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, New Zealand emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Australia and Oceania, with a CAGR of +10.6% from 2012-2021. Fiji experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. While the share of New Zealand (+23 p.p.) and Fiji (+3.3 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2021, the share of Australia (-26.4 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, Australia ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers in Australia and Oceania, comprising 62% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by New Zealand ($X), with a 24% share of total imports.

In Australia, imports of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers plunged by an average annual rate of -17.4% over the period from 2012-2021. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: New Zealand (+6.9% per year) and Fiji (+3.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Australia and Oceania stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 13% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the import price increased by 16% against the previous year. The level of import peaked in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Fiji ($X per ton), while Australia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Fiji (+4.0%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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