| Product Code: ETC5063966 | 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 |
In 2024, Zambia continued to rely on South Africa, China, Zimbabwe, Namibia, and Botswana as key suppliers of recreational boats. Despite a concerning negative growth trend with a CAGR of -6.87% from 2020 to 2024, the market experienced a significant drop in growth rate from 2023 to 2024 at -67.07%. The high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicates a concentrated market, emphasizing the dominance of these top exporting countries. It will be crucial for stakeholders to closely monitor market dynamics and explore strategies to revitalize the recreational boat import sector in Zambia.

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