| Product Code: ETC4632171 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Apr 2026 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Padhi | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
Ireland`s water sports equipment import market in 2024 continued to be dominated by key exporters such as China, UK, Netherlands, Areas, Italy. Despite a slight decrease in growth rate in 2024, the market still experienced a steady CAGR of 3.15% from 2020 to 2024. The high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicates a concentrated market, suggesting potential challenges and opportunities for market players. It will be crucial for companies to closely monitor trends and adapt strategies to navigate the changing landscape of water sports equipment imports in Ireland.

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 Water Sports Equipment Market Overview |
3.1 Ireland Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, 2022 & 2032F |
3.3 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Water Sports Type, 2022 & 2032F |
3.6 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Age, 2022 & 2032F |
3.7 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Gender, 2022 & 2032F |
4 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing popularity of water sports activities in Ireland |
4.2.2 Increasing disposable income of consumers |
4.2.3 Rising awareness about health and fitness benefits of water sports |
4.2.4 Tourism industry promoting water sports activities |
4.2.5 Technological advancements in water sports equipment |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Seasonal nature of water sports in Ireland |
4.3.2 Weather conditions impacting water sports participation |
4.3.3 High initial cost of water sports equipment |
4.3.4 Limited availability of specialized water sports equipment |
4.3.5 Environmental concerns and regulations related to water sports activities |
5 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Trends |
6 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Segmentations |
6.1 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market, By Water Sports Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, By Surfing, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.3 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, By Scuba Diving, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.4 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, By Jet Ski, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.5 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, By Snorkelling, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.6 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, By Kite Boarding, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.7 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, By Canoeing & Kayaking, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.9 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, By Parasailing, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.10 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, By Parasailing, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market, By Age |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, By 18-30 Years, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.3 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, By 31-50 Years, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.4 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, By Under 18 Years, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.5 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, By Above 50 Years, 2022 - 2032F |
6.3 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market, By Gender |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, By Male, 2022 - 2032F |
6.3.3 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Revenues & Volume, By Female, 2022 - 2032F |
7 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of water sports events and competitions in Ireland |
8.2 Participation rates in water sports activities |
8.3 Investment in infrastructure for water sports facilities |
8.4 Innovation and development in water sports equipment technology |
8.5 Environmental sustainability practices in the water sports industry |
9 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Opportunity Assessment, By Water Sports Type, 2022 & 2032F |
9.2 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Opportunity Assessment, By Age, 2022 & 2032F |
9.3 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Opportunity Assessment, By Gender, 2022 & 2032F |
10 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2025 |
10.2 Ireland Water Sports Equipment Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |
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