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Egypt: Transport Container Market 2025

Transport Container Market Size in Egypt

In 2022, the Egyptian transport container market increased by 322% to $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, consumption, however, recorded a mild downturn. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Transport Container Exports

Exports from Egypt

In 2022, the amount of transport containers exported from Egypt shrank rapidly to X units, which is down by -66.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, exports recorded a abrupt curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 2,000% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X units in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, transport container exports dropped significantly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports saw a noticeable slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 3,791%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X units) and Israel (X units) were the main destinations of transport container exports from Egypt.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of -12.9%).

In value terms, the largest markets for transport container exported from Egypt were the United Arab Emirates ($X), Israel ($X) and Russia ($X), together comprising 94% of total exports.

The United Arab Emirates, with a CAGR of +11.8%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to 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, with a decrease of -42.8% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 177% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per unit in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, 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 Israel ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Russia ($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 Oman (+40.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Transport Container Imports

Imports into Egypt

In 2022, purchases abroad of transport containers was finally on the rise to reach X units after two years of decline. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a slight decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 7,861% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X units. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, transport container imports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, saw a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 92%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Norway (X units) constituted the largest supplier of transport container to Egypt, accounting for a 67% share of total imports. Moreover, transport container imports from Norway exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Russia (X units), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Germany (X units), with a 4.9% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Norway stood at +44.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Russia (+0.6% per year) and Germany (-2.2% per year).

In value terms, Norway ($X), Germany ($X) and China ($X) constituted the largest transport container suppliers to Egypt, with a combined 54% share of total imports.

Norway, with a CAGR of +93.8%, recorded 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 transport container import price stood at $X per unit in 2022, shrinking by -72% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average import price increased by 3,707% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per unit in 2021, and then contracted notably in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($X per unit), while the price for Russia ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Oman (+625.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for transport containers in the world?

The country with the largest volume of transport container consumption was the United States, accounting for 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 Egypt?

In value terms, Germany constituted the largest supplier of transport container to Egypt, comprising 44% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 19% share of total imports. It was followed by Italy, with a 17% share.

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

The average transport container export price stood at $1,099 per unit in 2021, waning by -85.6% against the previous year.

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

In 2021, the average transport container import price amounted to $2,349 per unit, declining by -24.2% against the previous year.

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

Egypt

Data coverage:

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