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SADC: Motor Boat Market 2025

Motor Boat Market Size in SADC

In 2021, the SADC motor boat market decreased by -17.7% to $X, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Motor Boat Production in SADC

In value terms, motor boat production declined to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 68%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2020, and then fell slightly in the following year.

Motor Boat Exports

Exports in SADC

In 2021, overseas shipments of motor boats and motor yachts, for pleasure or sports increased by 266% to X units, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. In general, exports saw a significant increase. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, motor boat exports contracted to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports enjoyed a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 126% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2020, and then dropped modestly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Seychelles (X units) and South Africa (X units) prevails in exports structure, together generating 87% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Namibia (X units), making up a 9.6% share of total exports. Botswana (X units) took a minor share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Namibia (with a CAGR of +30.9%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) remains the largest motor boat supplier in SADC, comprising 74% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Seychelles ($X), with a 24% share of total exports. It was followed by Botswana, with a 0.9% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in South Africa totaled +31.5%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Seychelles (+44.5% per year) and Botswana (+12.3% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the export price in SADC amounted to $X per unit, which is down by -73.5% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a noticeable shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 an increase of 233%. The level of export peaked at $X per unit in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Seychelles (+30.3%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Motor Boat Imports

Imports in SADC

In 2021, purchases abroad of motor boats and motor yachts, for pleasure or sports decreased by -40.1% to X units, falling for the second year in a row after four years of growth. Overall, imports, however, posted a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 263% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X units in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, motor boat imports dropped rapidly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 343%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2020, and then fell remarkably in the following year.

Imports by Country

Seychelles represented the largest importing country with an import of about X units, which recorded 82% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Tanzania (X units), generating a 12% share of total imports.

Seychelles was also the fastest-growing in terms of the motor boats and motor yachts, for pleasure or sports imports, with a CAGR of +25.9% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Tanzania (+14.5%) displayed positive paces of growth. While the share of Seychelles (+49 p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Seychelles ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported motor boats and motor yachts, for pleasure or sports in SADC, comprising 96% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Tanzania ($X), with a 0.2% share of total imports.

In Seychelles, motor boat imports expanded at an average annual rate of +40.5% over the period from 2012-2021.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in SADC amounted to $X per unit, growing by 38% against the previous year. In general, the import price enjoyed a prominent expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the import price increased by 141%. Over the period under review, import prices hit record highs in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Seychelles ($X per unit), while Tanzania totaled $X per unit.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Seychelles (+11.6%).

Source: IndexBox Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the motor boat market in SADC. 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 30121930 - Motor boats and motor yachts, for pleasure or sports (excluding outboard motor boats)

Country coverage:

  • Angola
  • Botswana
  • Comoros
  • Democratic Republic of the Congo
  • Lesotho
  • Madagascar
  • Malawi
  • Mauritius
  • Mozambique
  • Namibia
  • Seychelles
  • South Africa
  • Swaziland
  • Tanzania
  • Zambia
  • Zimbabwe

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Production in SADC, split by region and country
  • Trade (exports and imports) in SADC
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • Angola
    • Botswana
    • Comoros
    • Democratic Republic of the Congo
    • Lesotho
    • Madagascar
    • Malawi
    • Mauritius
    • Mozambique
    • Namibia
    • Seychelles
    • South Africa
    • Swaziland
    • Tanzania
    • Zambia
    • Zimbabwe

  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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