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Ireland: Market for Machines For The Manufacture Of Semiconductor Boules Or Wafers 2025

Market Size for Machines For The Manufacture Of Semiconductor Boules Or Wafers in Ireland

After two years of decline, the Irish semiconductor wafer manufacturing machine market increased by 28% to $X in 2021. Overall, consumption showed a pronounced expansion. Semiconductor wafer manufacturing machine consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Machines For The Manufacture Of Semiconductor Boules Or Wafers in Ireland

In value terms, semiconductor wafer manufacturing machine production shrank modestly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume increased by 9.4%. Semiconductor wafer manufacturing machine production peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Machines For The Manufacture Of Semiconductor Boules Or Wafers

Exports from Ireland

In 2021, semiconductor wafer manufacturing machine exports from Ireland fell notably to X units, waning by -63.7% on 2020. Overall, exports, however, showed a prominent increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 19%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X units in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, semiconductor wafer manufacturing machine exports shrank notably to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports saw a deep contraction. The smallest decline of -52.6% was in 2019. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The UK (X units) was the main destination for semiconductor wafer manufacturing machine exports from Ireland, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the UK amounted to +70.3%.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to the UK totaled +25.4%.

Export Prices by Country

The average semiconductor wafer manufacturing machine export price stood at $X per unit in 2021, shrinking by -4.1% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a sharp shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 162%. The export price peaked at $X per unit in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for the UK.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Malaysia amounted to -20.0% per year.

Imports of Machines For The Manufacture Of Semiconductor Boules Or Wafers

Imports into Ireland

In 2021, purchases abroad of machines for the manufacture of semiconductor boules or wafers was finally on the rise to reach X units after two years of decline. In general, imports saw a significant expansion. Imports peaked at X units in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, semiconductor wafer manufacturing machine imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, imports recorded significant growth. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Japan (X units) constituted the largest semiconductor wafer manufacturing machine supplier to Ireland, accounting for a 78% share of total imports. Moreover, semiconductor wafer manufacturing machine imports from Japan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Belgium (X units), fourfold. The United States (X units) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 1.6% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Japan amounted to +97.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Belgium (+36.6% per year) and the United States (+12.6% per year).

In value terms, Japan ($X) constituted the largest supplier of machines for the manufacture of semiconductor boules or wafers to Ireland, comprising 85% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with a 13% share of total imports. It was followed by the United States, with a 1.4% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Japan amounted to +78.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Belgium (+126.3% per year) and the United States (+17.3% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average semiconductor wafer manufacturing machine import price stood at $X per unit in 2021, jumping by 175% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed notable growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the average import price increased by 1,062% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per unit. From 2019 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per unit), while the price for the UK ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (+65.7%), 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 machines for the manufacture of semiconductor boules or wafers in the world?

Japan constituted the country with the largest volume of semiconductor wafer manufacturing machine consumption, accounting for 69% of total volume. Moreover, semiconductor wafer manufacturing machine consumption in Japan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Taiwan Chinese), sixfold. Malaysia ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 2.1% share.

What are the largest producers of machines for the manufacture of semiconductor boules or wafers in the world?

Japan constituted the country with the largest volume of semiconductor wafer manufacturing machine production, accounting for 63% of total volume. Moreover, semiconductor wafer manufacturing machine production in Japan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Germany, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Singapore, with a 9.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of machines for the manufacture of semiconductor boules or wafers to Ireland?

In value terms, Japan constituted the largest supplier of semiconductor wafer manufacturing machine to Ireland, comprising 85% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Belgium, with a 13% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for machines for the manufacture of semiconductor boules or wafers in Ireland?

In 2021, the average semiconductor wafer manufacturing machine export price amounted to $3,620 per unit, increasing by 32% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for machines for the manufacture of semiconductor boules or wafers in Ireland?

The average semiconductor wafer manufacturing machine import price stood at $586 per unit in 2021, jumping by 435% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for semiconductor wafer manufacturing machine in Ireland. 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 28992020 - Machines and apparatus used solely or principally for the manufacture of semiconductor boules or wafers

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Ireland
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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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

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. 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