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Australia: Thermoforming Machine Market 2025

Thermoforming Machine Market Size in Australia

In 2021, the Australian thermoforming machine market decreased by -1.8% to $X for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year rising trend. In general, consumption saw mild growth. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Thermoforming Machine Exports

Exports from Australia

In 2021, shipments abroad of thermoforming machines for working rubber or plastics was finally on the rise to reach X units after four years of decline. Overall, exports, however, faced a precipitous decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 2,221%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X units. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, thermoforming machine exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a mild contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 5,493% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Germany (X units) and New Zealand (X units) were the main destinations of thermoforming machine exports from Australia. Moreover, thermoforming machine exports in Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest exporter, New Zealand, twofold.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Germany (with a CAGR of 0.0%).

In value terms, Germany ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for thermoforming machines for working rubber or plastics exports from Australia, comprising 94% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by New Zealand ($X), with a 5.6% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Germany was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average thermoforming machine export price amounted to $X per unit, jumping by 33% against the previous year. Overall, the export price posted a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 464%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to New Zealand stood at $X per unit.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to India (+50.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Thermoforming Machine Imports

Imports into Australia

For the fourth year in a row, Australia recorded growth in supplies from abroad of thermoforming machines for working rubber or plastics, which increased by 28% to X units in 2021. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 124% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X units. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, thermoforming machine imports shrank rapidly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 142% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

China (X units), the UK (X units) and Germany (X units) were the main suppliers of thermoforming machine imports to Australia, together accounting for 77% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by the UK (with a CAGR of +27.4%), while imports for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, China ($X), Germany ($X) and Turkey ($X) constituted the largest thermoforming machine suppliers to Australia, with a combined 81% share of total imports. The UK, the United States and Belgium lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 11%.

The UK, with a CAGR of +13.7%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average thermoforming machine import price stood at $X per unit in 2021, declining by -41.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the average import price increased by 82%. The import price peaked at $X per unit in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Japan (+1,845.3%), 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 thermoforming machines for working rubber or plastics in the world?

Thailand constituted the country with the largest volume of thermoforming machine consumption, comprising approx. 19% of total volume. Moreover, thermoforming machine consumption in Thailand exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, South Korea, twofold. Vietnam ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.9% share.

What are the largest producers of thermoforming machines for working rubber or plastics in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Taiwan Chinese), China and South Korea, with a combined 66% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of thermoforming machines for working rubber or plastics to Australia?

In value terms, the largest thermoforming machine suppliers to Australia were China, Germany and Turkey, with a combined 81% share of total imports. These countries were followed by the UK, New Zealand, France and Belgium, which together accounted for a further 12%.

What are the leading importers of thermoforming machines for working rubber or plastics from Australia?

In value terms, Germany emerged as the key foreign market for thermoforming machine exports from Australia, comprising 94% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by New Zealand, with a 5.6% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for thermoforming machines for working rubber or plastics in Australia?

In 2021, the average thermoforming machine export price amounted to $24,840 per unit, reducing by -64.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for thermoforming machines for working rubber or plastics in Australia?

The average thermoforming machine import price stood at $9,378 per unit in 2021, shrinking by -26.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the thermoforming machine 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 28961050 - Vacuum-moulding machines and other thermoforming machines for working rubber or plastics or for manufacturing rubber or plastic products

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

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. 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. 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
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
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
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

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