| Product Code: ETC7251785 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Dec 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Dhaval Chaurasia | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
In 2023, Gabon saw a notable shift in its steel drum import market, with top exporters including France, Lebanon, USA, China, and Turkey. The market concentration significantly increased to a very high level, indicating a more consolidated market landscape. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.52 reflects steady growth, while the impressive growth rate of 19.1% highlights a surge in demand. This data suggests a dynamic market environment for steel drum imports in Gabon, with key players intensifying their presence and competitiveness in the country`s market.

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 Steel Drum Market Overview |
3.1 Gabon Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Gabon Steel Drum Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Gabon Steel Drum Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Gabon Steel Drum Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Gabon Steel Drum Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Capacity, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Gabon Steel Drum Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Head Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Gabon Steel Drum Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Material, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Gabon Steel Drum Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-Use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Gabon Steel Drum Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing industrial activities in Gabon leading to increased demand for steel drums |
4.2.2 Government regulations promoting the use of eco-friendly packaging solutions |
4.2.3 Increasing focus on maintaining product quality and safety during transportation |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating raw material prices impacting manufacturing costs |
4.3.2 Competition from alternative packaging solutions such as plastic drums |
4.3.3 Limited technological advancements in steel drum production affecting efficiency and cost-effectiveness |
5 Gabon Steel Drum Market Trends |
6 Gabon Steel Drum Market, By Types |
6.1 Gabon Steel Drum Market, By Capacity |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Gabon Steel Drum Market Revenues & Volume, By Capacity, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Gabon Steel Drum Market Revenues & Volume, By 55 Gallon Steel Drum, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Gabon Steel Drum Market Revenues & Volume, By Other than 55 Gallon Steel Drum, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Gabon Steel Drum Market, By Head Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Gabon Steel Drum Market Revenues & Volume, By Tight Head Steel Drum, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Gabon Steel Drum Market Revenues & Volume, By Open Head Steel Drum, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Gabon Steel Drum Market, By Material |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Gabon Steel Drum Market Revenues & Volume, By Carbon Steel, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Gabon Steel Drum Market Revenues & Volume, By Stainless Steel, 2021- 2031F |
6.4 Gabon Steel Drum Market, By End-Use Industry |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Gabon Steel Drum Market Revenues & Volume, By Food & Beverages, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.3 Gabon Steel Drum Market Revenues & Volume, By Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.4 Gabon Steel Drum Market Revenues & Volume, By Oils & Lubricants, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.5 Gabon Steel Drum Market Revenues & Volume, By Paints & Dyes, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.6 Gabon Steel Drum Market Revenues & Volume, By Chemicals and solvents, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.7 Gabon Steel Drum Market Revenues & Volume, By Building and construction, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.8 Gabon Steel Drum Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.9 Gabon Steel Drum Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
7 Gabon Steel Drum Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Gabon Steel Drum Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Gabon Steel Drum Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Gabon Steel Drum Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage of steel drum market growth in Gabon |
8.2 Number of new industrial clients opting for steel drums |
8.3 Percentage of eco-friendly packaging regulations compliance among businesses in Gabon |
9 Gabon Steel Drum Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Gabon Steel Drum Market Opportunity Assessment, By Capacity, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Gabon Steel Drum Market Opportunity Assessment, By Head Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Gabon Steel Drum Market Opportunity Assessment, By Material, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Gabon Steel Drum Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-Use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Gabon Steel Drum Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Gabon Steel Drum Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Gabon Steel Drum Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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