Recycled Ocean Plastics Market

Report Code: PLS108B

Publish Date: May 2023

Publisher: BCC Publishing

Category: Plastics

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Report Highlights

The global recycled ocean plastics market should reach $774.5 million by 2027 from $444.4 million in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.8% for the forecast period of 2022 to 2027.

Report Includes

  • 43 tables
  • An up-to-date overview and industry analysis of the global recycled ocean plastics market
  • Analyses of the global market trends, with market revenue for 2021, estimates for 2022, and projections of compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) through 2027
  • Discussion of industry growth driving factors and major technology issues and challenges affecting the market for recycled ocean plastics as a basis for projecting demand in the next few years (2022-2027)
  • Estimation of the actual market size (both in value and volumetric terms) and revenue forecast for the global recycled ocean plastics market, and corresponding market share analysis based on resin type, plastic/waste source, end use, and region
  • Assessment of the market growth opportunities with respect to using plastic waste as a resource with the help of recycled ocean plastics, value chain analysis, regulatory environment, and the emerging trends and technologies affecting the marketplace
  • A comparative study of Porter’s Five Forces analysis and PESTLE analysis considering both micro- and macro- environmental factors prevailing in the recycled ocean plastics market
  • Coverage of the technological, economic, and business considerations of the market, with data analyses and growth forecasts through 2028
  • Insight into the recent industry structure, competitive aspects of each product segment, increasing investment on R&D activities, market development strategies, and company revenue share analysis
  • Detailed company profiles of the leading global players, including Aquafil, Biffa PLC, Jayplas, Ocean Cleanup and Veolia

Report Scope

The report discusses different recycled resin types, such as PET, HDPE, L/LDPE, PP, PUR, PS and PVC. It offers detailed analysis on different types of resins and their recycling output, along with the prevalent trends and opportunities in the market. The market values are estimated based on multiple factors and analysis of manufacturers’ revenues. Market dynamics are identified within each industry. Technological advancements and trends are reviewed, and other influences, such as economic conditions and standards, are discussed. This is a global study, so BCC Research analyzes domestic and international technological issues and economic considerations.

The market segments of the report are focused on technical and commercial aspects of the recycled ocean plastics for different end-user segments, including consumer, building, industrial, automotive and others. The report also discusses the regional policy and regulatory framework for the recycled ocean plastics industry to maintain the environmental sustainability and to comply with the government regulations.

The report analyzes the regional markets for recycled ocean plastics. The segments are forecast for 2022 to 2027, with 2021 as a base year. The report offers a competitive scenario of the market, including a detailed analysis of key market players and a list of small and regional market players.

The currency used in this report is U.S. dollars. For companies reporting their revenue in U.S. dollars, the revenues are taken from their annual reports. For companies that reported their revenue in other currencies (e.g., Euros, U.K. pounds), the average annual currency conversion rate has been used for the particular year to convert the value into U.S. dollars. The conversion rate for each currency conversion is provided in the report.

Report Synopsis

Report Metrics Details
Base year considered 2021
Forecast period considered 2022-2027
Base year market size $401.5 million
Market size forecast $774.5 million
Growth rate CAGR of 11.8%
Units considered $ Millions
Segments covered resin type, source, end use, and region
Regions covered APAC (Asia-Pacific), Europe, North America, RoW
Key Market Drivers
  • Use plastic waste as a resource
  • Development of new plastic recycling technologies
  • Limited availability of recycled ocean plastics
  • High Operating Cost and Poor Infrastructure
  • Lack of Consumer Demand Due to High Cost
Companies studied
ALPEK S.A.B. DE C.V.AQUAFIL S.P.A.
BIFFA PLCINDORAMA VENTURES PUBLIC CO. LTD.
JAYPLASOCEAN PLASTIC TECHNOLOGIES
OCEAN CLEANUPOCEANPLASTIK SRO
STERICYCLEVEOLIA
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The recycled ocean plastic market is projected to grow from $401.5 million in 2021 to $774.5 million in 2027, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.8% during the forecast period. By volume, the market is expected to reach to 762.9 thousand metric tons by 2027, at a CAGR of 7.6%.
The key factors driving the growth of recycled ocean plastic market includes stringent government initiatives towards circular economy, use plastic waste as a resource, and development of new plastic recycling technologies.
The recycled ocean plastic market is segmented on the basis of resin type, source, end use, and region.
Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) will dominate the market by the end of 2027.
Asia-Pacific holds the highest share in the market by value and by volume.
Key companies in the market include Aquafil S.p.A., BIONIC, Bureo, Ocean Plastic Technologies, OCEANPLASTIK SRO, Oceanworks among others.

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Title/Chapter NamePagesMember Price
Full Report: Recycled Ocean Plastics Market105Free
Chapter- 1: Introduction9Free
Chapter- 2: Summary and Highlights2Free
Chapter- 3: Market Overview9Free
Chapter- 4: Market Dynamics11Free
Chapter- 5: Recycled Ocean Plastics Market by Resin Type13Free
Chapter- 6: Recycled Ocean Plastics Market by End User12Free
Chapter- 7: Recycled Ocean Plastics Market by Source7Free
Chapter- 8: Recycled Ocean Plastics Market by Region31Free
Chapter- 9: Competitive Landscape2Free
Chapter- 10: Company Profiles7Free
Chapter- 11: Appendix: Abbreviations2Free

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Report Includes

    Total Number of Tables in this Report: 43

  • Summary Table: Global Market Volume for Recycled Ocean Plastics, by Region, Through 2027
  • Table 1: Accumulated Plastic Waste Volume in Oceans, by Country
  • Table 2: Demographic Population Projections, by Region, 2017-2050
  • Table 3: Impact of Market Dynamics
  • Table 4: GHG Reduction Targets, by Country or Region, 2020
  • Table 5: CO2 Emissions Volume, by Fossil Fuels, by Country, 2020
  • Table 6: Global Market Volume for Recycled Ocean Plastics, by Resin Type, Through 2027
  • Table 7: Different Uses of Plastic Resins as Recycled Products
  • Table 8: Polyethylene Terephthalate Properties
  • Table 9: Properties of HDPE and LDPE
  • Table 10: Global Market Volume for Recycled Ocean Plastics, by End User, Through 2027
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Report Highlights

This report on Recycled Ocean Plastics Market highlights overall growth due to rapidly growing emerging economies (China and India) and the establishment of more new start-ups and smaller manufacturing companies in the Asia-Pacific, North American and European regions, leading to the growth and demand for recycled ocean plastics in various applications such as automotive, electrical and electronics, consumer goods and appliances, and packaging and film. BCC Research focuses on the factors that may influence markets, with many numeric predictions covering the global market. It is intended for those entities desiring a picture of ongoing plastics recycling activity, as well as those looking for opportunities to enter the business.

Report Includes

  • An overview of the recycled ocean plastics market
  • Analyses of the global market trends with data from 2018 to 2019, and projections of compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) through 2024
  • Insight into the Top 20 countries ranked by mass of mismanaged plastic and input of plastic to the oceans from most polluting rivers across the World
  • Information on opportunities and challenges with respect to using plastic waste as a resource with the help of recycled ocean plastics

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