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Benelux: Sailboat Market 2025

Sailboat Market Size in Benelux

In 2021, the Benelux sailboat market increased by 13% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. In general, consumption posted buoyant growth. The level of consumption peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Sailboat Production in Benelux

In value terms, sailboat production surged to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production continues to indicate prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 73%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Sailboat Exports

Exports in Benelux

After three years of growth, overseas shipments of sailboats for pleasure or sports, with or without auxiliary motor decreased by -62.3% to X units in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 1,905%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X units, and then dropped sharply in the following year.

In value terms, sailboat exports dropped dramatically to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, posted significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by 2,254%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands prevails in exports structure, reaching X units, which was near 95% of total exports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X units), committing a 5% share of total exports.

The Netherlands was also the fastest-growing in terms of the sailboats for pleasure or sports, with or without auxiliary motor exports, with a CAGR of +30.4% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Belgium (+15.6%) displayed positive paces of growth. From 2012 to 2021, the share of the Netherlands increased by +9.4 percentage points.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) remains the largest sailboat supplier in Benelux, comprising 98% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with a 2.3% share of total exports.

In the Netherlands, sailboat exports expanded at an average annual rate of +38.5% over the period from 2012-2021.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Benelux stood at $X per unit in 2021, jumping by 17% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a temperate increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the export price increased by 307%. The level of export peaked at $X per unit in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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 the Netherlands ($X per unit), while Belgium totaled $X per unit.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+6.3%).

Sailboat Imports

Imports in Benelux

In 2021, approx. X units of sailboats for pleasure or sports, with or without auxiliary motor were imported in Benelux; with a decrease of -51.8% on 2020 figures. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 1,454% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X units, and then contracted dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, sailboat imports reduced rapidly to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, posted a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 1,296% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then plummeted in the following year.

Imports by Country

The countries with the highest levels of sailboat imports in 2021 were the Netherlands (X units), together amounting to 99% of total import.

The Netherlands was also the fastest-growing in terms of the sailboats for pleasure or sports, with or without auxiliary motor imports, with a CAGR of +17.7% from 2012 to 2021. While the share of the Netherlands (+5.6 p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported sailboats for pleasure or sports, with or without auxiliary motor in Benelux.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in the Netherlands stood at +20.9%.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Benelux stood at $X per unit in 2021, which is down by -8.5% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the import price increased by 31% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices hit record highs at $X per unit in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for the Netherlands.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to +2.7% per year.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sailboat market in Benelux. 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 30121100 - Sailboats (except inflatable) for pleasure or sports, with or without auxiliary motor

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Benelux, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Benelux
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
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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. 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
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
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. 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. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Belgium
- Luxembourg
- Netherlands
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
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