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Ecuador: Transport Container Market 2025

Transport Container Market Size in Ecuador

After two years of decline, the Ecuadorian transport container market increased by 6.8% to $X in 2022. Overall, consumption posted prominent growth. Transport container consumption peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Transport Container Exports

Exports from Ecuador

Transport container exports from Ecuador dropped remarkably to X units in 2022, waning by -40% on 2021 figures. Over the period under review, exports recorded a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 400%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X units in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, transport container exports contracted significantly to $X in 2022. In general, exports showed a abrupt slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 650%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Sudan (X units) was the main destination for transport container exports from Ecuador, with a 67% share of total exports. Moreover, transport container exports to Sudan exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Germany (X units), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Sudan stood at -11.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Germany (+7.2% per year) and Chile (0.0% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for transport container exported from Ecuador were Sudan ($X), Germany ($X) and Chile ($X), with a combined 36% share of total exports.

Germany, with a CAGR of +20.1%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average transport container export price amounted to $X per unit, which is down by -5.5% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed pronounced growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average export price increased by 149% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per unit. From 2015 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Peru (+60.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Transport Container Imports

Imports into Ecuador

In 2022, supplies from abroad of transport containers was finally on the rise to reach X units after two years of decline. In general, imports posted significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 723%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X units in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, transport container imports contracted slightly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports enjoyed a remarkable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 196%. Imports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X units) constituted the largest supplier of transport container to Ecuador, with a 55% share of total imports. Moreover, transport container imports from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Denmark (X units), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Hong Kong SAR (X units), with a 5.6% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States totaled +30.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Denmark (+24.1% per year) and Hong Kong SAR (+43.9% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of transport containers to Ecuador, comprising 63% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Denmark ($X), with an 8% share of total imports. It was followed by Peru, with a 5.4% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from China stood at +25.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Denmark (+18.4% per year) and Peru (+11.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average transport container import price stood at $X per unit in 2022, which is down by -10.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a abrupt setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 26%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per unit in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+57.8%), 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 transport containers in the world?

The United States remains the largest transport container consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 32% of total volume. Moreover, transport container consumption in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, threefold. South Africa ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 10% share.

What are the largest producers of transport containers in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 63% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of transport containers to Ecuador?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of transport container to Ecuador, comprising 27% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Peru, with a 13% share of total imports. It was followed by the United States, with a 12% share.

What are the leading importers of transport containers from Ecuador?

In value terms, the United States emerged as the key foreign market for transport container exports from Ecuador, comprising 55% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Panama, with a 24% share of total exports. It was followed by Peru, with a 13% share.

What is the average export price for transport containers in Ecuador?

The average transport container export price stood at $426 per unit in 2021, shrinking by -2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for transport containers in Ecuador?

The average transport container import price stood at $2,569 per unit in 2021, with an increase of 29% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the transport container market in Ecuador. 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:

Ecuador

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Ecuador
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