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Uganda: Container Market 2024

Container Market Size in Uganda

In 2022, the Ugandan container market was finally on the rise to reach $X after three years of decline. Overall, consumption showed perceptible growth. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Container Exports

Exports from Uganda

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas shipments of tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers, when their volume decreased by X% to X units. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate buoyant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by X%. The exports peaked at X units in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, container exports declined notably to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate prominent growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Kenya (X units) was the main destination for container exports from Uganda, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, container exports to Kenya exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Democratic Republic of the Congo (X units), twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Rwanda (X units), with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Kenya totaled X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Democratic Republic of the Congo (X% per year) and Rwanda (X% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for container exported from Uganda were Kenya ($X), Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X) and South Sudan ($X), with a combined X% share of total exports.

Democratic Republic of the Congo, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Export Prices by Country

The average container export price stood at $X per unit in 2022, with an increase of X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, continues to indicate a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 an increase of X% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per unit in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was South Sudan ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Rwanda (less than $X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Democratic Republic of the Congo (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Container Imports

Imports into Uganda

In 2022, after three years of decline, there was significant growth in purchases abroad of tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers, when their volume increased by X% to X units. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a measured expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X units in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, container imports soared to $X in 2022. In general, imports recorded a perceptible expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United Arab Emirates (X units) was the main container supplier to Uganda, accounting for a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United Arab Emirates amounted to X%.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest supplier of tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers to Uganda.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United Arab Emirates totaled X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average container import price amounted to $X per unit, which is down by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per unit in 2021, and then dropped in the following year.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for the United Arab Emirates.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to X% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2023 were China, the United States and Indonesia, together accounting for 40% of global consumption. Nigeria, Brazil, Pakistan, Mexico, Spain, Italy, Germany, the Philippines, Egypt and Russia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 24%.

What are the largest producers of tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were China, the United States and Indonesia, together accounting for 41% of global production. Brazil, Nigeria, Pakistan, Mexico, Spain, Germany, Italy, Russia, Egypt and the Philippines lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 25%.

What are the leading suppliers of tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers to Uganda?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates constituted the largest supplier of tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers to Uganda.

What are the leading importers of tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers from Uganda?

In value terms, Kenya, Democratic Republic of the Congo and South Sudan appeared to be the largest markets for container exported from Uganda worldwide, together comprising 98% of total exports.

What is the average export price for tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers in Uganda?

The average container export price stood at $0.1 per unit in 2022, with an increase of 2.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers in Uganda?

The average container import price stood at $0.1 per unit in 2022, dropping by -6.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the container market in Uganda. 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 25911100 - Tanks, casks, drums, cans... (excluding for gas) of iron or steel, . .50 l, . .300 l
Prodcom 25911200 - Tanks, casks, drums... (excluding for gas) of iron or steel, < .50 l
Prodcom 25921133 - Cans used for preserving food and drink of iron or steel, < .50 l, food cans
Prodcom 25921135 - Cans used for preserving food and drink of iron or steel, < .50 l, drinks
Prodcom 25921150 - Cans other than for preserving food and drink of iron or steel, < .50 l
Prodcom 25921210 - Aluminium collapsible tubular containers of a capacity . .300 litres, for any material except compressed or liquefied gas
Prodcom 25921240 - Casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers, of aluminium, for any material (other than compressed or liquefied gas), n.e.s. (other than collapsible tubular containers and containers for aerosols)
Prodcom 25921260 - Aluminium aerosol containers, with a capacity . .300 litres

Country coverage:

Uganda

Data coverage:

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

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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. 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
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

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. 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
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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
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