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Kuwait: Flexographic Printing Machinery Market 2025

Flexographic Printing Machinery Market Size in Kuwait

The Kuwaiti flexographic printing machinery market fell remarkably to $X in 2022, reducing by -25.1% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Overall, consumption recorded a abrupt decrease. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Flexographic Printing Machinery Exports

Exports from Kuwait

Flexographic printing machinery exports from Kuwait totaled X units in 2019, approximately mirroring the year before. In general, exports showed a prominent increase. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2015. The exports peaked in 2019 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, flexographic printing machinery exports totaled $X in 2019. Over the period under review, exports saw a significant contraction. The smallest decline of -46.3% was in 2014. The exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2019, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The UK (X units) and Iran (X units) were the main destinations of flexographic printing machinery exports from Kuwait.

From 2013 to 2019, the biggest increases were recorded for the UK (with a CAGR of 0.0%).

In value terms, Iran ($X) and the UK ($X) were the largest markets for flexographic printing machinery exported from Kuwait worldwide.

Among the main countries of destination, the UK, with a CAGR of 0.0%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

In 2019, the average flexographic printing machinery export price amounted to $X per unit, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a dramatic setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 a decrease of -46.3% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per unit in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2019, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major foreign markets. In 2019, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Iran ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to the UK amounted to $X per unit.

From 2013 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Saudi Arabia (-46.3%).

Flexographic Printing Machinery Imports

Imports into Kuwait

In 2022, imports of flexographic printing machinery into Kuwait declined to X units, which is down by -10% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 875%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X units. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, flexographic printing machinery imports reduced sharply to $X in 2022. Overall, imports recorded a mild contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 1,291% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Germany (X units), India (X units) and Italy (X units) were the main suppliers of flexographic printing machinery imports to Kuwait, with a combined 44% share of total imports. Taiwan (Chinese), the United Arab Emirates, the UK and China lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 44%. Moreover, flexographic printing machinery imports in Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, India, twofold.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of 0.0%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($X) constituted the largest supplier of flexographic printing machinery to Kuwait, comprising 39% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($X), with a 16% share of total imports. It was followed by Taiwan (Chinese), with a 3.3% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Germany amounted to +7.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+12.5% per year) and Taiwan (Chinese) (-22.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average flexographic printing machinery import price stood at $X per unit in 2022, reducing by -28.9% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 151%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per unit, and then shrank sharply 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 Germany ($X per unit), while the price for the UK ($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 (+17.3%), 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 flexographic printing machinery in the world?

The Netherlands constituted the country with the largest volume of flexographic printing machinery consumption, accounting for 58% of total volume. Moreover, flexographic printing machinery consumption in the Netherlands exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 5.1% share.

What are the largest producers of flexographic printing machinery in the world?

The Netherlands constituted the country with the largest volume of flexographic printing machinery production, comprising approx. 75% of total volume. Moreover, flexographic printing machinery production in the Netherlands exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, China, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 2.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of flexographic printing machinery to Kuwait?

In value terms, Italy constituted the largest supplier of flexographic printing machinery to Kuwait, comprising 76% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 9.6% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany, with a 7.2% share.

What are the leading importers of flexographic printing machinery from Kuwait?

In value terms, Iran $296) and the UK $201) constituted the largest markets for flexographic printing machinery exported from Kuwait worldwide.

What is the average export price for flexographic printing machinery in Kuwait?

The average flexographic printing machinery export price stood at $11,558 per ton in 2019, approximately mirroring the previous year.

What is the average import price for flexographic printing machinery in Kuwait?

The average flexographic printing machinery import price stood at $21,622 per ton in 2021, which is down by -36.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the flexographic printing machinery market in Kuwait. 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 28991430 - Flexographic printing machinery

Country coverage:

Kuwait

Data coverage:

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