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Kuwait: Gravure Printing Machinery Market 2025

Gravure Printing Machinery Market Size in Kuwait

In 2022, the Kuwaiti gravure printing machinery market increased by 18% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Overall, consumption, however, recorded a perceptible decrease. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Gravure Printing Machinery Production in Kuwait

In value terms, gravure printing machinery production reached $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +2.4% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the production volume increased by 7.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Gravure Printing Machinery Exports

Exports from Kuwait

Gravure printing machinery exports from Kuwait was estimated at X units in 2022, remaining constant against 2021. In general, exports posted a remarkable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when exports increased by 9,850%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X units. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, gravure printing machinery exports reduced to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports recorded a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 37,731%. The exports peaked at $X in 2021, and then dropped in the following year.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X units) was the main destination for gravure printing machinery exports from Kuwait, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the United Arab Emirates amounted to +14.9%.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) also remains the key foreign market for gravure printing machinery exports from Kuwait.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United Arab Emirates stood at +84.2%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average gravure printing machinery export price amounted to $X per unit, which is down by -8.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 an increase of 434%. The export price peaked at $X per unit in 2021, and then contracted in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to +60.4% per year.

Gravure Printing Machinery Imports

Imports into Kuwait

After three years of decline, purchases abroad of gravure printing machinery increased by 17% to X units in 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate mild growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 633%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X units. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, gravure printing machinery imports reached $X in 2022. In general, imports showed prominent growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 3,806% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

India (X units), the United States (X units) and Italy (X units) were the main suppliers of gravure printing machinery imports to Kuwait, with a combined 43% share of total imports. The United Arab Emirates, the UK and China lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 43%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of 0.0%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Italy ($X) constituted the largest supplier of gravure printing machinery to Kuwait, comprising 47% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($X), with a 3% share of total imports. It was followed by the UK, with a 1.3% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Italy amounted to +78.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+0.6% per year) and the UK (+13.6% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average gravure printing machinery import price amounted to $X per unit, reducing by -13.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, posted noticeable growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 433% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per unit in 2014; however, from 2015 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 Italy ($X per unit), while the price for India ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+78.0%), 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 gravure printing machinery in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Italy, Nigeria and the Netherlands, together comprising 47% of global consumption. Japan, Turkey, Indonesia, the United States, Vietnam, Taiwan Chinese), Thailand, Russia, Spain and Ghana lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 32%.

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

The country with the largest volume of gravure printing machinery production was China, comprising approx. 49% of total volume. Moreover, gravure printing machinery production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Italy, twofold. Germany ranked third in terms of total production with a 7.4% share.

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

In value terms, Italy constituted the largest supplier of gravure printing machinery to Kuwait, comprising 64% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 14% share of total imports. It was followed by the United States, with a 14% share.

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

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates remains the key foreign market for gravure printing machinery exports from Kuwait.

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

The average gravure printing machinery export price stood at $926 per ton in 2021, rising by 2.3% against the previous year.

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

The average gravure printing machinery import price stood at $59,880 per ton in 2021, shrinking by -16% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the gravure 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 28991450 - Gravure 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