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Australia: Motor Boat Market 2025

Motor Boat Market Size in Australia

The Australian motor boat market dropped notably to $X in 2021, shrinking by -38.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption showed a perceptible curtailment. Motor boat consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then dropped significantly in the following year.

Motor Boat Production in Australia

In value terms, motor boat production declined sharply to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, showed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the production volume increased by 579% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2020, and then shrank significantly in the following year.

Motor Boat Exports

Exports from Australia

In 2021, shipments abroad of motor boats and motor yachts, for pleasure or sports increased by 45% to X units, rising for the third consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, exports recorded a strong increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when exports increased by 79%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X units. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, motor boat exports stood at $X in 2021. In general, exports posted prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by 36% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

New Zealand (X units), the United States (X units) and China (X units) were the main destinations of motor boat exports from Australia, with a combined 84% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by China (with a CAGR of +76.0%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X), New Zealand ($X) and China ($X) were the largest markets for motor boat exported from Australia worldwide, with a combined 89% share of total exports.

China, with a CAGR of +95.4%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average motor boat export price amounted to $X per unit, shrinking by -29.9% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, enjoyed a notable increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 95% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per unit in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to New Caledonia ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Taiwan (Chinese) (+75.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Motor Boat Imports

Imports into Australia

In 2021, the amount of motor boats and motor yachts, for pleasure or sports imported into Australia skyrocketed to X units, rising by 62% against 2020. Over the period under review, imports, however, faced a deep slump. Imports peaked at X units in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, motor boat imports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, imports enjoyed tangible growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 139%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands (X units), the United States (X units) and China (X units) were the main suppliers of motor boat imports to Australia, with a combined 64% share of total imports. These countries were followed by New Zealand, South Africa, Italy, the UK and Mexico, which together accounted for a further 25%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for South Africa (with a CAGR of +26.6%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest motor boat suppliers to Australia were the Netherlands ($X), Italy ($X) and the UK ($X), together accounting for 69% of total imports.

Italy, with a CAGR of +24.3%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average motor boat import price amounted to $X per unit, picking up by 36% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 74% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per unit), while the price for New Zealand ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (+17.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for motor boats and motor yachts, for pleasure or sports in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of motor boat consumption in 2020 were China, the United States and India, together accounting for 33% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Russia, Japan, Seychelles, Mexico, Indonesia, Brazil, Germany, Ethiopia, Hong Kong SAR and Dominica, which together accounted for a further 29%.

What are the largest producers of motor boats and motor yachts, for pleasure or sports in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of motor boat production in 2020 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 37% share of global production. These countries were followed by Russia, Japan, Mexico, Indonesia, Brazil, Italy, the UK, Ethiopia, Germany and the Netherlands, which together accounted for a further 31%.

What are the leading suppliers of motor boats and motor yachts, for pleasure or sports to Australia?

In value terms, Italy constituted the largest supplier of motor boat to Australia, comprising 32% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 14% share of total imports. It was followed by France, with a 6.3% share.

What are the leading importers of motor boats and motor yachts, for pleasure or sports from Australia?

In value terms, the United States, New Zealand and Spain were the largest markets for motor boat exported from Australia worldwide, together accounting for 85% of total exports. Japan, Vanuatu, the Netherlands and China lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 6.9%.

What is the average export price for motor boats and motor yachts, for pleasure or sports in Australia?

The average motor boat export price stood at $38,190 per unit in 2020, reducing by -17.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for motor boats and motor yachts, for pleasure or sports in Australia?

The average motor boat import price stood at $106,359 per unit in 2020, reducing by -12.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the motor boat market in Australia. 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 30121930 - Motor boats and motor yachts, for pleasure or sports (excluding outboard motor boats)

Country coverage:

Australia

Data coverage:

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

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
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3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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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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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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 In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 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 Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Destination, 2012–2024