| Product Code: ETC5204858 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Dec 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Bhawna Singh | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
In 2023, Gabon continued to rely heavily on imports of plastic injection molding machines, with top exporters being China, Italy, Belgium, France, and India. The market remained highly concentrated, with a very high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI). However, the industry saw a significant decline in both the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) at -21.42% and the overall growth rate at -22.24%. These figures indicate a challenging year for the plastic injection molding machine market in Gabon, highlighting potential shifts in sourcing and demand dynamics.

The Plastic Injection Molding Machine market in Gabon is projected to grow at a growing growth rate of 5.09% by 2027, within the Africa region led by Egypt, along with other countries like South Africa, Ethiopia, Algeria and Nigeria, collectively shaping a dynamic and evolving market environment driven by innovation and increasing adoption of emerging technologies.

The plastic injection molding machine market in Gabon is expanding with the growth of the manufacturing sector. Injection molding machines are essential for producing plastic products in large volumes, and they are used in various industries, including automotive, consumer goods, packaging, and medical devices. As the demand for plastic products rises in Gabon, driven by urbanization and industrial development, there is an increasing need for efficient and cost-effective injection molding technologies. The market is also supported by the growing adoption of automation and advanced technologies that improve productivity and precision in manufacturing processes.
The plastic injection molding machine market in Gabon is expanding due to the increasing demand for plastic products across various sectors, including automotive, electronics, and packaging. Injection molding is a highly efficient and cost-effective method of producing high-volume, complex plastic parts. As industries in Gabon modernize and the demand for mass-produced plastic goods rises, there is a growing need for advanced injection molding machines that offer precision and high productivity.
The market for plastic injection molding machines in Gabon is limited by high initial investment costs and a lack of skilled labor. Dependency on imported machinery and spare parts also hampers growth.
Gabons plastic injection molding machine market is growing as the country strengthens its industrial base and manufacturing capacity. The governments push to increase local production of plastic products, along with policies that encourage the adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies, is fueling demand for injection molding machines. These machines are essential for producing a wide range of plastic goods, from automotive components to consumer products, and the governments support for the local manufacturing sector further accelerates market growth.
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 Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Overview |
3.1 Gabon Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Machine Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Clamping Force, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-Use, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for plastic products in various industries in Gabon |
4.2.2 Growing focus on technological advancements and automation in manufacturing processes |
4.2.3 Government initiatives to promote local manufacturing and industrial development |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 High initial investment costs associated with plastic injection molding machines |
4.3.2 Limited availability of skilled workforce and technical expertise in operating the machines |
4.3.3 Fluctuating prices of raw materials impacting production costs |
5 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Trends |
6 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Segmentations |
6.1 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market, By Machine Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, By Hydraulic, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, By All-Electric, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, By Hybrid, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market, By Clamping Force |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, By 0-200 Tons Force, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, By 201-500 Tons Force, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, By Above 500 Tons Force, 2021-2031F |
6.3 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market, By End-Use |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, By Consumer Goods, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, By Packaging, 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, By Healthcare, 2021-2031F |
6.3.6 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, By Electricals & Electronics, 2021-2031F |
6.3.7 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Energy efficiency of plastic injection molding machines |
8.2 Maintenance and downtime rates of the machines |
8.3 Scrap and reject rates in the manufacturing process |
9 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Opportunity Assessment, By Machine Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Opportunity Assessment, By Clamping Force, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-Use, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Gabon Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |