| Product Code: ETC5318706 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Dec 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
Gabon`s silica sand import market saw a shift in concentration levels in 2023, moving from very high to high concentration. Key exporters include France, USA, Netherlands, Italy, and Portugal. The sector experienced a negative growth rate of -29.03% in 2023, contrasting with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.59%. This fluctuation suggests a dynamic market landscape, potentially influenced by changing demand patterns or external factors impacting supply chains. Monitoring these trends can provide valuable insights for stakeholders navigating the silica sand import market in Gabon.

By 2027, Gabon's Silica Sand market is forecasted to achieve a high growth rate of 12.46%, with Egypt leading the Africa region, followed by South Africa, Ethiopia, Algeria and Nigeria.

1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Gabon Silica Sand Market Overview |
3.1 Gabon Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Gabon Silica Sand Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Gabon Silica Sand Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Gabon Silica Sand Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Gabon Silica Sand Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-Use, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Gabon Silica Sand Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing demand from the construction industry for use in concrete production and as a key component in the manufacturing of glass products. |
4.2.2 Increased use of silica sand in the oil and gas industry for hydraulic fracturing operations. |
4.2.3 Infrastructure development projects in Gabon driving the demand for silica sand in road construction and building materials. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Environmental concerns related to silica sand mining activities leading to regulatory challenges and potential restrictions. |
4.3.2 Volatility in global oil prices impacting the demand for silica sand in hydraulic fracturing activities. |
4.3.3 Competition from substitute materials such as recycled glass cullet and alternative proppants in the oil and gas industry. |
5 Gabon Silica Sand Market Trends |
6 Gabon Silica Sand Market Segmentations |
6.1 Gabon Silica Sand Market, By End-Use |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Gabon Silica Sand Market Revenues & Volume, By Glass Industry, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Gabon Silica Sand Market Revenues & Volume, By Foundry, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Gabon Silica Sand Market Revenues & Volume, By Hydraulic Fracturing, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Gabon Silica Sand Market Revenues & Volume, By Filtration, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 Gabon Silica Sand Market Revenues & Volume, By Abrasives, 2021-2031F |
6.1.7 Gabon Silica Sand Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 Gabon Silica Sand Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Gabon Silica Sand Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Gabon Silica Sand Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Gabon Silica Sand Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average selling price of silica sand in Gabon. |
8.2 Capacity utilization rate of silica sand mines in Gabon. |
8.3 Percentage of silica sand used in construction projects compared to other applications. |
8.4 Number of new infrastructure projects announced or initiated in Gabon requiring silica sand. |
9 Gabon Silica Sand Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Gabon Silica Sand Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-Use, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Gabon Silica Sand Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Gabon Silica Sand Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Gabon Silica Sand Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |