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Kenya: Inflatable Vessel Market 2025

Inflatable Vessel Market Size in Kenya

The Kenyan inflatable vessel market rose significantly to $X in 2021, with an increase of 9.1% against the previous year. In general, consumption enjoyed strong growth. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Inflatable Vessel Production in Kenya

In value terms, inflatable vessel production rose markedly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the production volume increased by 58%. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Inflatable Vessel Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2020, overseas shipments of inflatable vessels for pleasure or sports decreased by -20% to X units for the first time since 2016, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Overall, exports, however, saw a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when exports increased by 900%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X units, and then reduced sharply in the following year.

In value terms, inflatable vessel exports surged to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by 779%. The exports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2020, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Central African Republic (X units) was the main destination for inflatable vessel exports from Kenya, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Central African Republic amounted to -20.0%.

In value terms, Central African Republic ($X) also remains the key foreign market for inflatable vessels for pleasure or sports exports from Kenya.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value to Central African Republic amounted to -27.8%.

Export Prices by Country

The average inflatable vessel export price stood at $X per unit in 2020, increasing by 623% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a resilient expansion. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per unit in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2020, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Central African Republic amounted to -9.6% per year.

Inflatable Vessel Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2021, purchases abroad of inflatable vessels for pleasure or sports increased by 405% to X units, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, imports continue to indicate a notable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 617%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, inflatable vessel imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 822%. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

China (X units), Mauritius (X units) and Germany (X units) were the main suppliers of inflatable vessel imports to Kenya, together comprising 98% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for China (with a CAGR of +13.4%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of inflatable vessels for pleasure or sports to Kenya, comprising 61% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Mauritius ($X), with a 28% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany, with a 3.7% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China amounted to +2.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Mauritius (0.0% per year) and Germany (-3.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average inflatable vessel import price stood at $X per unit in 2021, declining by -75.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price faced a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 48% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per unit. From 2020 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per unit), while the price for Mauritius ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+17.0%), 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 inflatable vessels for pleasure or sports in the world?

The country with the largest volume of inflatable vessel consumption was China, comprising approx. 37% of total volume. Moreover, inflatable vessel consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Germany, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by France, with a 12% share.

What are the largest producers of inflatable vessels for pleasure or sports in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of inflatable vessel production, accounting for 57% of total volume. Moreover, inflatable vessel production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, ninefold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of inflatable vessels for pleasure or sports to Kenya?

In value terms, Spain constituted the largest supplier of inflatable vessel to Kenya, comprising 91% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 4.9% share of total imports. It was followed by France, with a 0.8% share.

What is the average export price for inflatable vessels for pleasure or sports in Kenya?

In 2020, the average inflatable vessel export price amounted to $5.1 per unit, which is down by -65.3% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for inflatable vessels for pleasure or sports in Kenya?

In 2021, the average inflatable vessel import price amounted to $449 per unit, increasing by 3,070% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the inflatable vessel market in Kenya. 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 30121200 - Inflatable vessels for pleasure or sports

Country coverage:

Kenya

Data coverage:

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