SADC: Market for Hydraulic Pumps (Gear or Vane) and other Rotary Positive Displacement Pumps 2025

Market Size for Hydraulic Pumps (Gear or Vane) and other Rotary Positive Displacement Pumps in SADC

In 2021, the SADC market for hydraulic pumps (gear or vane) and other rotary positive displacement pumps was finally on the rise to reach $X after two years of decline. The total consumption indicated a measured increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.6% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Hydraulic Pumps (Gear or Vane) and other Rotary Positive Displacement Pumps in SADC

In value terms, production of hydraulic pumps (gear or vane) and other rotary positive displacement pumps expanded notably to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total production indicated perceptible growth from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.8% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, production decreased by -21.2% against 2018 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by 70%. Over the period under review, production of attained the maximum level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Hydraulic Pumps (Gear or Vane) and other Rotary Positive Displacement Pumps

Exports in SADC

In 2021, overseas shipments of hydraulic pumps (gear or vane) and other rotary positive displacement pumps decreased by -33.8% to X units for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports showed a pronounced shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 87%. Over the period under review, the exports of reached the maximum at X units in 2020, and then reduced notably in the following year.

In value terms, exports of hydraulic pumps (gear or vane) and other rotary positive displacement pumps surged to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, enjoyed a strong increase. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

South Africa dominates pumps structure, accounting for X units, which was near 91% of total exports in 2021. Namibia (X units) and Tanzania (X units) held a little share of total exports.

South Africa experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of exports of hydraulic pumps (gear or vane) and other rotary positive displacement pumps. At the same time, Tanzania (+32.8%) and Namibia (+26.0%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Tanzania emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in SADC, with a CAGR of +32.8% from 2012-2021. From 2012 to 2021, the share of South Africa, Namibia and Tanzania increased by +23, +3.5 and +2.8 percentage points, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) remains the largest hydraulic pump (gear or vane) and other rotary positive displacement pump supplier in SADC, comprising 93% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Namibia ($X), with a 1.6% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in South Africa stood at +14.1%. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Namibia (+23.3% per year) and Tanzania (+24.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the export price in SADC amounted to $X per unit, surging by 150% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a resilient increase. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per unit), while Tanzania ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Africa (+13.9%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.

Imports of Hydraulic Pumps (Gear or Vane) and other Rotary Positive Displacement Pumps

Imports in SADC

In 2021, purchases abroad of hydraulic pumps (gear or vane) and other rotary positive displacement pumps increased by 14% to X units, rising for the fourth consecutive year after three years of decline. Total imports indicated a pronounced expansion from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.1% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, imports increased by +118.5% against 2017 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 62% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports of attained the maximum in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, imports of hydraulic pumps (gear or vane) and other rotary positive displacement pumps surged to $X in 2021. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +1.5% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 37% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports of hit record highs in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

South Africa prevails in pumps structure, recording X units, which was approx. 70% of total imports in 2021. Tanzania (X units) took the second position in the ranking, followed by Angola (X units) and Mozambique (X units). All these countries together held near 22% share of total imports. Democratic Republic of the Congo (X units), Madagascar (X units) and Zimbabwe (X units) held a minor share of total imports.

Imports into South Africa increased at an average annual rate of +2.9% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Democratic Republic of the Congo (+22.8%), Mozambique (+20.2%), Tanzania (+14.2%), Zimbabwe (+3.3%) and Madagascar (+1.6%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Democratic Republic of the Congo emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in SADC, with a CAGR of +22.8% from 2012-2021. By contrast, Angola (-5.8%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Tanzania (+5.2 p.p.), Mozambique (+4 p.p.) and Democratic Republic of the Congo (+2.1 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2021, the share of Angola (-10.3 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported hydraulic pumps (gear or vane) and other rotary positive displacement pumps in SADC, comprising 64% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X), with a 7.5% share of total imports. It was followed by Angola, with a 6.5% share.

In South Africa, imports of hydraulic pumps (gear or vane) and other rotary positive displacement pumps remained relatively stable over the period from 2012-2021. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Democratic Republic of the Congo (+20.7% per year) and Angola (-7.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The import price in SADC stood at $X per unit in 2021, surging by 7.9% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded a slight contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 15%. The level of import peaked at $X per unit in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X per unit), while Mozambique ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Zimbabwe (+12.5%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

Source: IndexBox Platform