| Product Code: ETC4689882 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Apr 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Deep | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
The Gabon Cobalt Market is projected to witness mixed growth rate patterns during 2025 to 2029. From 4.92% in 2025, the growth rate steadily ascends to 8.02% in 2029.

In the Africa region, the Cobalt market in Gabon is projected to expand at a stable growth rate of 2.64% by 2027. The largest economy is Egypt, followed by South Africa, Ethiopia, Algeria and Nigeria.

The Gabon Cobalt Market plays a significant role in the global supply of cobalt, a critical material used in batteries, electronics, and various industrial processes. Gabon is a major producer of cobalt, and the market is expected to expand as demand for cobalt grows, particularly driven by the rising popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) and energy storage systems. With the shift toward green technologies, Gabons cobalt industry is set to see increased investments, supporting the growth of both its mining and refining sectors.
The Gabon cobalt market is largely driven by the increasing global demand for cobalt in the battery manufacturing industry, particularly for electric vehicles and energy storage systems. Cobalt is also crucial in the aerospace and electronics sectors, driving demand for high-quality cobalt products. The government`s focus on expanding the mining and export infrastructure, along with the global push for green energy solutions, is fueling the growth of the cobalt market in Gabon.
Challenges in the cobalt market include the volatility of global prices, geopolitical risks surrounding cobalt-rich regions, and the lack of local refining capacity in Gabon. Additionally, concerns about the environmental impact of cobalt extraction and the high cost of mining technologies make it difficult to scale the industry.
The Gabonese government is actively promoting its cobalt market by creating favorable conditions for mining and processing. Policies include tax incentives for exploration and development projects and regulations to ensure ethical and sustainable extraction.
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 Cobalt Market Overview |
3.1 Gabon Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Gabon Cobalt Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Gabon Cobalt Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Gabon Cobalt Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Gabon Cobalt Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Form, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Gabon Cobalt Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Gabon Cobalt Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-Users, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Gabon Cobalt Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Gabon Cobalt Market Trends |
6 Gabon Cobalt Market Segmentations |
6.1 Gabon Cobalt Market, By Form |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Gabon Cobalt Market Revenues & Volume, By Chemical Compound, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Gabon Cobalt Market Revenues & Volume, By Metal, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Gabon Cobalt Market Revenues & Volume, By Purchased Scrap, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Gabon Cobalt Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Gabon Cobalt Market Revenues & Volume, By Battery Chemicals, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Gabon Cobalt Market Revenues & Volume, By Super Alloy, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Gabon Cobalt Market Revenues & Volume, By Ceramic & Pigments, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Gabon Cobalt Market Revenues & Volume, By Hard Metals, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 Gabon Cobalt Market Revenues & Volume, By Magnets, 2021-2031F |
6.2.7 Gabon Cobalt Market Revenues & Volume, By Life Science, 2021-2031F |
6.3 Gabon Cobalt Market, By End-Users |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Gabon Cobalt Market Revenues & Volume, By Electronics, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Gabon Cobalt Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 Gabon Cobalt Market Revenues & Volume, By Aerospace, 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 Gabon Cobalt Market Revenues & Volume, By Medical, 2021-2031F |
7 Gabon Cobalt Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Gabon Cobalt Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Gabon Cobalt Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Gabon Cobalt Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Gabon Cobalt Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Gabon Cobalt Market Opportunity Assessment, By Form, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Gabon Cobalt Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Gabon Cobalt Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-Users, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Gabon Cobalt Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Gabon Cobalt Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Gabon Cobalt Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |
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