| Product Code: ETC4694138 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Dec 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Deep | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
In 2023, Gabon continued to rely on propane imports with top exporters being Spain, Areas, nes, France, Italy, and the United Kingdom. The market demonstrated a very high concentration with a consistently high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI). The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 85.67% and a growth rate of 13.28% indicate a strong upward trend in propane import shipments, highlighting the significant potential and demand in the Gabon market for this essential energy source.

By 2027, Gabon's Propane market is forecasted to achieve a growing growth rate of 5.97%, with Egypt leading the Africa region, followed by South Africa, Ethiopia, Algeria and Nigeria.

The propane market in Gabon is expanding as the demand for clean and efficient energy sources increases. Propane is commonly used for cooking, heating, and in industrial applications, providing a reliable energy solution. As Gabon works to diversify its energy sources and promote cleaner alternatives, propane is gaining popularity, particularly in residential and commercial sectors. The ongoing push for energy access and sustainability is expected to fuel further growth in the propane market.
The propane market in Gabon is experiencing growth as the demand for cleaner and more efficient fuel alternatives rises. Propane is increasingly used as an energy source for heating, cooking, and transportation due to its low environmental impact compared to other fossil fuels. As Gabons energy sector diversifies and the demand for off-grid energy solutions grows, propane is becoming a popular choice for residential and commercial applications. The governments focus on improving energy access and the development of infrastructure for LPG distribution is further driving the growth of the propane market.
The propane market in Gabon faces challenges stemming from a limited supply of propane and the reliance on imports. The high cost of transportation and distribution, coupled with an underdeveloped infrastructure for storing and delivering propane, adds to the markets difficulties. Furthermore, there is a lack of widespread adoption of propane as an energy source, as many households and industries still rely on traditional forms of energy. The absence of government incentives or policies to promote cleaner energy alternatives also hinders the markets growth.
The propane market in Gabon is expanding, fueled by the demand for propane as a clean and efficient energy source for cooking, heating, and industrial applications. With the governments efforts to diversify the energy mix and promote cleaner energy sources, the propane market is expected to grow. Increased adoption of propane in residential and industrial sectors will contribute to the markets expansion.
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 Propane Market Overview |
3.1 Gabon Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Gabon Propane Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Gabon Propane Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Gabon Propane Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Gabon Propane Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Gabon Propane Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Gabon Propane Market Trends |
6 Gabon Propane Market Segmentations |
6.1 Gabon Propane Market, By Applications |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Gabon Propane Market Revenues & Volume, By Industrial, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Gabon Propane Market Revenues & Volume, By Commercial, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Gabon Propane Market Revenues & Volume, By Residential, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Gabon Propane Market Revenues & Volume, By Transportation, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 Gabon Propane Market Revenues & Volume, By Agriculture, 2021-2031F |
6.1.7 Gabon Propane Market Revenues & Volume, By Chemicals and Refineries, 2021-2031F |
7 Gabon Propane Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Gabon Propane Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Gabon Propane Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Gabon Propane Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Gabon Propane Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Gabon Propane Market Opportunity Assessment, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Gabon Propane Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Gabon Propane Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Gabon Propane Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |
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