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Western Africa: Worked Flat Glass Market 2024

Worked Flat Glass Exports

Exports in Western Africa

In 2021, overseas shipments of worked flat glass were finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2016, thus ending a four-year declining trend. In general, exports, however, saw a noticeable curtailment. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, worked flat glass exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports recorded buoyant growth. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

In 2021, Nigeria (X tons) represented the major exporter of worked flat glass, mixing up 88% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Ghana (X tons), comprising an 11% share of total exports.

Nigeria was also the fastest-growing in terms of the worked flat glass exports, with a CAGR of +38.7% from 2012 to 2021. Ghana (-25.4%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. Nigeria (+85 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while Ghana saw its share reduced by -85.7% from 2012 to 2021, respectively.

In value terms, Nigeria ($X) remains the largest worked flat glass supplier in Western Africa, comprising 96% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Ghana ($X), with a 1.1% share of total exports.

In Nigeria, worked flat glass exports expanded at an average annual rate of +49.9% over the period from 2012-2021.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Western Africa stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 182% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price posted a significant increase. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Nigeria ($X per ton), while Ghana stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Nigeria (+8.1%).

Worked Flat Glass Imports

Imports in Western Africa

In 2021, the amount of worked flat glass imported in Western Africa skyrocketed to X tons, growing by 30% compared with 2020 figures. Total imports indicated a mild expansion from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.1% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 75%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, worked flat glass imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a strong expansion. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Ghana prevails in imports structure, finishing at X tons, which was near 87% of total imports in 2021. Benin (X tons), Sierra Leone (X tons), Senegal (X tons) and Togo (X tons) held a little share of total imports.

Imports into Ghana increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Senegal (+46.1%), Togo (+30.2%) and Sierra Leone (+11.6%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Senegal emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Western Africa, with a CAGR of +46.1% from 2012-2021. By contrast, Benin (-5.1%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2021, the share of Ghana and Senegal increased by +7.2 and +1.6 percentage points, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Ghana ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported worked flat glass in Western Africa, comprising 82% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Benin ($X), with a 3.3% share of total imports. It was followed by Senegal, with a 2.9% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Ghana totaled +9.6%. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Benin (+0.8% per year) and Senegal (+37.8% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Western Africa stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 17% against the previous year. Import price indicated a resilient increase from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +6.0% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, worked flat glass import price increased by +71.1% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 56%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2021, the 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 Senegal ($X per ton), while Benin ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Sierra Leone (+11.0%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

Nigeria constituted the country with the largest volume of worked flat glass consumption, accounting for 80% of total volume. Moreover, worked flat glass consumption in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Ghana, eightfold.
Nigeria remains the largest worked flat glass producing country in Western Africa, comprising approx. 91% of total volume. Moreover, worked flat glass production in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Mali, tenfold.
In value terms, Nigeria remains the largest worked flat glass supplier in Western Africa, comprising 96% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Ghana $180), with a 2.2% share of total exports.
In value terms, Ghana constitutes the largest market for imported worked flat glass in Western Africa, comprising 82% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Togo, with a 3.6% share of total imports.
The worked flat glass export price in Western Africa stood at $1,657 per ton in 2021, waning by -2.2% against the previous year.
The worked flat glass import price in Western Africa stood at $451 per ton in 2021, waning by -9.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the worked flat glass market in Western Africa. 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 23121150 - Optical flat glass, bent, edge-worked, engraved, etc.
  • Prodcom 23121190 - Non-optical flat glass, bent, edge-worked, engraved, etc.

Country coverage:

  • Benin
  • Burkina Faso
  • Cabo Verde
  • Gambia
  • Ghana
  • Guinea
  • Guinea-Bissau
  • Liberia
  • Mali
  • Mauritania
  • Niger
  • Nigeria
  • Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Senegal
  • Sierra Leone
  • Togo
  • Cote d'Ivoire

Data coverage:

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

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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 2012–2023
    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 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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    • Benin
    • Burkina Faso
    • Cabo Verde
    • Gambia
    • Ghana
    • Guinea
    • Guinea-Bissau
    • Liberia
    • Mali
    • Mauritania
    • Niger
    • Nigeria
    • Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
    • Senegal
    • Sierra Leone
    • Togo
    • Cote d'Ivoire
  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    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, 2012–2023
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, By Country, 2023
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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