| Product Code: ETC5707845 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Dec 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sumit Sagar | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
Gabon`s composites import market continues to see robust growth in 2023, with top exporters being China, France, USA, Italy, and Germany. The market remains diverse with low concentration, indicated by a low Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI). The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.5% and a growth rate of 35.34% signal a promising outlook for the industry. This growth trend highlights the increasing demand for composites in Gabon and underscores the importance of these key exporting countries in fulfilling that demand.

The overall composites market in Gabon is witnessing steady growth across industries such as construction, transportation, and energy. These materials offer advantages like high strength-to-weight ratio, durability, and design flexibility, making them suitable for diverse applications. With the rise of infrastructure development projects, the demand for innovative composite materials is set to expand, supported by local manufacturing initiatives and imports.
The Gabon composites market is expanding due to the increasing use of composite materials across various sectors, including construction, automotive, aerospace, and renewable energy. Composites offer several advantages, including high strength-to-weight ratios, durability, and resistance to corrosion. As the construction and automotive industries in Gabon continue to grow, the demand for advanced composite materials is expected to rise.
The composites market in Gabon faces challenges such as high raw material costs, reliance on imported materials, and limited local production facilities. There is also a lack of awareness about the benefits of composite materials in various industries, including construction and automotive, which reduces market demand. Local industries are often slow to adopt new materials due to cost concerns and the availability of cheaper alternatives.
The Gabonese government views the composites market as a key driver for industrial innovation. Policies encourage investment in composite manufacturing, adoption of sustainable materials, and export-oriented production. Collaborative efforts with international composite organizations are being pursued to boost expertise and market reach.
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 Composites Market Overview |
3.1 Gabon Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Gabon Composites Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Gabon Composites Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Gabon Composites Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Gabon Composites Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Fiber Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Gabon Composites Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Resin Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Gabon Composites Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Gabon Composites Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Manufacturing Process, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Gabon Composites Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing demand for lightweight and high-strength materials in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and construction. |
4.2.2 Increasing investments in infrastructure development projects in Gabon. |
4.2.3 Advancements in manufacturing technologies leading to the development of innovative composite materials. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 High initial costs associated with setting up composite manufacturing facilities. |
4.3.2 Lack of skilled labor and expertise in composite material manufacturing. |
4.3.3 Dependency on imports for raw materials used in composite manufacturing. |
5 Gabon Composites Market Trends |
6 Gabon Composites Market Segmentations |
6.1 Gabon Composites Market, By Fiber Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Gabon Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Glass Fiber Composites, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Gabon Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Carbon Fiber Composites, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Gabon Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Natural Fiber Composites, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Gabon Composites Market, By Resin Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Gabon Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Thermoset Composites, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Gabon Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Thermoplastic Composites, 2021-2031F |
6.3 Gabon Composites Market, By End-use Industry |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Gabon Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Aerospace & defense, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Gabon Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Wind Energy, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 Gabon Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive & Transportation, 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 Gabon Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Construction & Infrastructure, 2021-2031F |
6.3.6 Gabon Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Marine, 2021-2031F |
6.3.7 Gabon Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Pipe & Tank, 2021-2031F |
6.3.8 Gabon Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.3.9 Gabon Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.4 Gabon Composites Market, By Manufacturing Process |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Gabon Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Lay-up, 2021-2031F |
6.4.3 Gabon Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Filament Winding, 2021-2031F |
6.4.4 Gabon Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Injection Molding, 2021-2031F |
6.4.5 Gabon Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Pultrusion, 2021-2031F |
6.4.6 Gabon Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Compression Molding, 2021-2031F |
6.4.7 Gabon Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By RTM, 2021-2031F |
7 Gabon Composites Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Gabon Composites Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Gabon Composites Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Gabon Composites Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Research and development investment in new composite materials and technologies. |
8.2 Number of partnerships and collaborations with international composite material manufacturers. |
8.3 Percentage of composite materials used in Gabon's key industries compared to traditional materials. |
9 Gabon Composites Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Gabon Composites Market Opportunity Assessment, By Fiber Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Gabon Composites Market Opportunity Assessment, By Resin Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Gabon Composites Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Gabon Composites Market Opportunity Assessment, By Manufacturing Process, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Gabon Composites Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Gabon Composites Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Gabon Composites Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |