| Product Code: ETC11304942 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Bhawna Singh | No. of Pages: 65 | No. of Figures: 34 | No. of Tables: 19 |
In 2024, Ireland continued to see a significant influx of water sports gear imports, with top exporting countries being China, UK, Netherlands, Areas, nes, and Italy. Despite a slight decline in growth rate from 2023 to 2024 at -12.02%, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for the period 2020-2024 remained positive at 3.15%. The high concentration of the Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicates a competitive market landscape for water sports gear imports in Ireland, suggesting ongoing opportunities and challenges for industry players.

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 Gear Market Overview |
3.1 Ireland Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Material Used, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing interest in outdoor recreational activities |
4.2.2 Increasing awareness about health and fitness benefits of water sports |
4.2.3 Rise in disposable income leading to higher spending on leisure activities |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Seasonal nature of water sports leading to fluctuations in demand |
4.3.2 Weather conditions impacting the frequency of water sports activities |
5 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Trends |
6 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market, By Types |
6.1 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.3 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Wetsuits, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.4 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Swim Goggles, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.5 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Life Jackets, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.6 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Diving Fins, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.7 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Paddleboards, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market, By Material Used |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Neoprene, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.3 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Polycarbonate, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.4 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Nylon & Foam, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.5 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Rubber & Plastic, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.6 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Composite Materials, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market, By End User |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Surfers, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.3 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Swimmers, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.4 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Boating Enthusiasts, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.5 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Scuba Divers, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.6 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Water Sports Enthusiasts, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market, By Application |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Cold Water Protection, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.3 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Eye Protection, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.4 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Safety Gear, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.5 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Underwater Movement, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.6 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Recreational Use, 2021 - 2031F |
7 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average number of water sports events and competitions held annually |
8.2 Percentage of population participating in water sports activities |
8.3 Number of water sports gear rental shops in key tourist areas |
8.4 Average spending per person on water sports gear and equipment |
8.5 Percentage of households owning water sports gear |
9 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Opportunity Assessment, By Material Used, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Opportunity Assessment, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Ireland Water Sports Gear Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |