| Product Code: ETC5063889 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Apr 2026 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sachin Kumar Rai | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
The recreational boat import market in Ireland saw a decline in 2024, with a negative CAGR of -10.09% from 2020 to 2024. Despite this, the top countries exporting to Ireland remained consistent, with the UK, China, New Zealand, Spain, and Turkey leading the way. The high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicates a concentrated market, while the sharp decline in growth rate from 2023 to 2024 at -25.81% highlights challenges faced by the industry. Monitoring market trends and exploring strategies for growth will be crucial for stakeholders in the recreational boat import sector.

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 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Overview |
3.1 Ireland Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, 2022 & 2032F |
3.3 Ireland Recreational Boat Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ireland Recreational Boat Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Boat Type, 2022 & 2032F |
3.6 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Boat Size, 2022 & 2032F |
3.7 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Engine Placement, 2022 & 2032F |
3.8 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Engine Type, 2022 & 2032F |
3.9 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Power Range, 2022 & 2032F |
3.10 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Material Type, 2022 & 2032F |
3.11 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Activity Type, 2022 & 2032F |
4 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing disposable income levels in Ireland leading to increased spending on leisure activities. |
4.2.2 Rising interest in outdoor recreational activities and water sports among the Irish population. |
4.2.3 Government initiatives promoting tourism and water-based recreational activities in Ireland. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Seasonal nature of recreational boating in Ireland due to weather conditions. |
4.3.2 High initial costs associated with purchasing and maintaining recreational boats. |
4.3.3 Limited access to water bodies suitable for recreational boating in certain regions of Ireland. |
5 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Trends |
6 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Segmentations |
6.1 Ireland Recreational Boat Market, By Boat Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, By Yachts, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.3 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, By Sailboats, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.4 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, By Personal Watercrafts, 2022 - 2032F | 6.1.6 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, By Inflatables, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.6 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2 Ireland Recreational Boat Market, By Boat Size |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, By <30 Feet, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.3 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, By 30-50 Feet, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.4 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, By >50 Feet, 2022 - 2032F |
6.3 Ireland Recreational Boat Market, By Engine Placement |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, By Outboards, 2022 - 2032F |
6.3.3 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, By Inboards, 2022 - 2032F |
6.3.4 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2022 - 2032F |
6.4 Ireland Recreational Boat Market, By Engine Type |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, By Ice, 2022 - 2032F |
6.4.3 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, By Electric, 2022 - 2032F |
6.5 Ireland Recreational Boat Market, By Power Range |
6.5.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.5.2 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, By Up To 100 Kw, 2022 - 2032F |
6.5.3 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, By 100-200 Kw, 2022 - 2032F |
6.5.4 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, By Above 200 Kw, 2022 - 2032F |
6.6 Ireland Recreational Boat Market, By Material Type |
6.6.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.6.2 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, By Aluminum, 2022 - 2032F |
6.6.3 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, By Fiberglass, 2022 - 2032F |
6.6.4 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, By Steel, 2022 - 2032F |
6.6.5 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2022 - 2032F |
6.7 Ireland Recreational Boat Market, By Activity Type |
6.7.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.7.2 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, By Cruising+watersports, 2022 - 2032F |
6.7.3 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, By Fishing, 2022 - 2032F |
6.8 Ireland Recreational Boat Market, By Power Source |
6.8.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.8.2 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, By Engine Powered, 2022 - 2032F |
6.8.3 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, By Sail Powered, 2022 - 2032F |
6.8.4 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenues & Volume, By , 2022 - 2032F |
7 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average number of recreational boating events or competitions held annually in Ireland. |
8.2 Percentage increase in the number of recreational boating clubs or associations in Ireland. |
8.3 Growth in the number of marinas and docking facilities for recreational boats in Ireland. |
9 Ireland Recreational Boat Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Opportunity Assessment, By Boat Type, 2022 & 2032F |
9.2 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Opportunity Assessment, By Boat Size, 2022 & 2032F |
9.3 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Opportunity Assessment, By Engine Placement, 2022 & 2032F |
9.4 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Opportunity Assessment, By Engine Type, 2022 & 2032F |
9.5 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Opportunity Assessment, By Power Range, 2022 & 2032F |
9.6 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Opportunity Assessment, By Material Type, 2022 & 2032F |
9.7 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Opportunity Assessment, By Activity Type, 2022 & 2032F |
9.7 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Opportunity Assessment, By Power Source, 2022 & 2032F |
10 Ireland Recreational Boat Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2025 |
10.2 Ireland Recreational Boat Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |
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