| Product Code: ETC5712101 | 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 marine composites import market saw a significant growth rate of 38.2% in 2023, with top exporters including China, France, USA, Italy, and Germany. Despite the increasing CAGR of 11.23%, the market remains relatively unconcentrated with a low Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI). This suggests a diverse range of suppliers catering to the demand for marine composites in Gabon, indicating a healthy competitive environment and potential for further market expansion in the coming years.

The marine composites market in Gabon supports the construction of lightweight, durable vessels. Innovations in materials technology drive demand in the shipping and recreational boating industries.
The marine composites market in Gabon is propelled by the demand for lightweight and durable materials in shipbuilding. The focus on fuel efficiency and corrosion resistance supports the adoption of composites.
The marine composites market is constrained by low domestic shipbuilding activities and minimal adoption of advanced materials. High costs and limited technical expertise further impede growth.
The government promotes marine composites for their lightweight and durability advantages in shipbuilding. Policies focus on encouraging local manufacturing, investing in research, and providing tax benefits to companies adopting advanced materials.
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 Marine Composites Market Overview |
3.1 Gabon Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Gabon Marine Composites Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Gabon Marine Composites Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Composite Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Fiber Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Resin Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Vessel Type, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Gabon Marine Composites Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for lightweight and high-strength materials in the marine industry |
4.2.2 Growing focus on fuel efficiency and reducing emissions in marine vessels |
4.2.3 Rising investments in infrastructure development and marine transportation sector in Gabon |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 High initial cost of marine composites compared to traditional materials |
4.3.2 Lack of skilled labor for manufacturing and application of marine composites in Gabon |
4.3.3 Limited awareness and adoption of advanced composite materials in the Gabon marine industry |
5 Gabon Marine Composites Market Trends |
6 Gabon Marine Composites Market Segmentations |
6.1 Gabon Marine Composites Market, By Composite Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Metal Matrix Composite (MMC), 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Ceramic Matrix Composite (CMC), 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Polymer Matrix Composite (PMC), 2021-2031F |
6.2 Gabon Marine Composites Market, By Fiber Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Glass Fiber, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Carbon Fiber, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Aramid, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Natural Fibers, 2021-2031F |
6.3 Gabon Marine Composites Market, By Resin Type |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyester, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Vinyl Ester, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Epoxy, 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Thermoplastic, 2021-2031F |
6.3.6 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.3.7 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Phenolic, 2021-2031F |
6.4 Gabon Marine Composites Market, By Vessel Type |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Power Boats, 2021-2031F |
6.4.3 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Sailboats, 2021-2031F |
6.4.4 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Cruise Ships, 2021-2031F |
6.4.5 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.4.6 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Cargo Vessels, 2021-2031F |
6.4.7 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Naval Boats, 2021-2031F |
6.4.8 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Personal Watercraft, 2021-2031F |
6.4.9 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenues & Volume, By Personal Watercraft, 2021-2031F |
7 Gabon Marine Composites Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Gabon Marine Composites Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Gabon Marine Composites Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Gabon Marine Composites Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Research and development investment in marine composite technologies |
8.2 Number of partnerships and collaborations with international marine composite manufacturers |
8.3 Adoption rate of marine composites in new vessel construction projects in Gabon |
9 Gabon Marine Composites Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Gabon Marine Composites Market Opportunity Assessment, By Composite Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Gabon Marine Composites Market Opportunity Assessment, By Fiber Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Gabon Marine Composites Market Opportunity Assessment, By Resin Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Gabon Marine Composites Market Opportunity Assessment, By Vessel Type, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Gabon Marine Composites Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Gabon Marine Composites Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Gabon Marine Composites Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |