Kenya - Public-Transport Passenger Motor Vehicles - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Kenya - Public-Transport Passenger Motor Vehicles - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Bus Price in Kenya - 2021

Contents:

  1. Bus Price in Kenya (CIF) - 2022
  2. Bus Price in Kenya (FOB) - 2022
  3. Bus Imports in Kenya
  4. Bus Exports in Kenya

Bus Price in Kenya (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average bus import price amounted to $45,643 per unit, declining by -37.7% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a pronounced decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 42%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $73,294 per unit in 2021, and then contracted sharply in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($102,151 per unit), while the price for the UK ($8,467 per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Tanzania (+19.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Bus Price in Kenya (FOB) - 2022

The average bus export price stood at $55,530 per unit in 2022, reducing by -5.5% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of 36% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $60,809 per unit in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Uganda.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Tanzania amounted to +4.8% per year.

Bus Imports in Kenya

Bus imports into Kenya skyrocketed to 825 units in 2022, growing by 98% against the previous year. Overall, imports, however, saw a abrupt descent. Imports peaked at 980 units in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, bus imports skyrocketed to $38M in 2022. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 72%. Imports peaked at $66M in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Import of Bus in Kenya (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Japan51.712.817.328.9-17.6%
China1.50.20.44.443.1%
India0.90.11.31.621.1%
Thailand0.10.10.51.6152.0%
Brazil6.42.76.50.6-54.6%
Others5.01.84.60.6-50.7%
Total65.617.730.637.7-16.9%

Top Suppliers of Bus to Kenya in 2022:

  1. Japan (673.0 units)
  2. China (43.0 units)
  3. Thailand (43.0 units)
  4. India (42.0 units)
  5. Brazil (8.0 units)

Bus Exports in Kenya

For the third consecutive year, Kenya recorded decline in shipments abroad of public-transport type passenger motor vehicles, which decreased by -37.3% to 42 units in 2022. Over the period under review, exports faced a sharp decrease. The smallest decline of -27.2% was in 2021. The exports peaked at 262 units in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, bus exports dropped notably to $2.3M in 2022. In general, exports faced a sharp slump. The smallest decline of -0.9% was in 2021. The exports peaked at $16M in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Export of Bus in Kenya (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Uganda14.22.52.32.3-45.5%
Zambia0.10.50.4N/A100.0%
Tanzania0.90.70.3N/A-42.3%
Others0.50.30.9N/A34.2%
Total15.74.03.92.3-47.3%

Top Export Markets for Bus from Kenya in 2022:

  1. Uganda (42.0 units)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the bus market in Kenya. 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 29103000 - Motor vehicles for the transport of . .10 persons

Country coverage:

  • Kenya

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Kenya
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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