Saudi Arabia - Ships, Vessels, Ferry-Boats for the Transport of Persons - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Shipping Market Size in Saudi Arabia
The Saudi shipping market reached $X in 2023, almost unchanged from the previous year. In general, consumption continues to indicate a moderate expansion. Shipping consumption peaked at $X in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, consumption failed to regain momentum.
Shipping Production in Saudi Arabia
In value terms, shipping production stood at $X in 2023 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Shipping production peaked at $X in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, production remained at a lower figure.
Shipping Exports
Exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant decline in overseas shipments of ships, vessels, ferry-boats for the transport of persons, when their volume decreased by X% to X units. Overall, exports, however, recorded a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X units in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, shipping exports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X%. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports by Country
Italy (X units), the United States (X units) and Egypt (X units) were the main destinations of shipping exports from Saudi Arabia, with a combined X% share of total exports. Moreover, shipping exports in Italy exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest exporter, the United States, twofold.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Italy (with a CAGR of X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Italy ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for ships, vessels, ferry-boats for the transport of persons exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by the United States, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Italy totaled X.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the United Arab Emirates (X% per year) and the United States (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
In 2021, the average shipping export price amounted to $X,518 per unit, picking up by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price posted a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 an increase of X% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X,562 per unit in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X,238 per unit), while the average price for exports to Sudan ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Italy (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Shipping Imports
Imports into Saudi Arabia
For the fourth consecutive year, Saudi Arabia recorded growth in overseas purchases of ships, vessels, ferry-boats for the transport of persons, which increased by X% to X units in 2021. In general, imports enjoyed a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.
In value terms, shipping imports contracted markedly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked at $X in 2020, and then shrank remarkably in the following year.
Imports by Country
In 2021, the United Arab Emirates (X units) constituted the largest supplier of shipping to Saudi Arabia, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, shipping imports from the United Arab Emirates exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Egypt (X units), sixfold. The third position in this ranking was held by the Netherlands (X units), with a X% share.
From 2013 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United Arab Emirates totaled X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Egypt (X% per year) and the Netherlands (X% per year).
In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest supplier of ships, vessels, ferry-boats for the transport of persons to Saudi Arabia, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Egypt ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a X% share.
From 2013 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from the United Arab Emirates totaled X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Egypt (X% per year) and the Netherlands (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
In 2021, the average shipping import price amounted to $X per unit, reducing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a deep downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the average import price increased by X%. The import price peaked at $X per unit in 2020, and then contracted notably in the following year.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per unit), while the price for the United Arab Emirates ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.
From 2013 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the shipping market in Saudi Arabia. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
Product coverage:
- Prodcom 30112130 - Cruise vessels
- Prodcom 30112150 - Ferries
Country coverage:
- Saudi Arabia
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in Saudi Arabia
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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