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Netherlands: Electric Locomotive Market 2025

Electric Locomotive Market Size in the Netherlands

The Dutch electric locomotive market totaled $X in 2021, increasing by 3.9% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, recorded a deep contraction. Electric locomotive consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Electric Locomotive Production in the Netherlands

In value terms, electric locomotive production declined markedly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, recorded a deep slump. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2020, and then dropped dramatically in the following year.

Electric Locomotive Exports

Exports from the Netherlands

In 2021, the amount of electric locomotives exported from the Netherlands soared to X units, with an increase of 879% on 2020 figures. In general, exports showed a significant expansion. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, electric locomotive exports fell dramatically to $X in 2021. Overall, exports posted a notable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 1,295%. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Germany (X units) was the main destination for electric locomotive exports from the Netherlands, with a 37% share of total exports. Moreover, electric locomotive exports to Germany exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Belgium (X units), twofold. Latvia (X units) ranked third in terms of total exports with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Germany totaled +73.8%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Belgium (+21.6% per year) and Latvia (+124.8% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for electric locomotive exported from the Netherlands were Canada ($X), Australia ($X) and Spain ($X), with a combined 68% share of total exports. Germany, Belgium and Latvia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 20%.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Latvia, with a CAGR of +85.7%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average electric locomotive export price stood at $X per unit in 2021, shrinking by -91.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a sharp curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 an increase of 1,104%. The export price peaked at $X per unit in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Belgium ($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 India (+266.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Electric Locomotive Imports

Imports into the Netherlands

For the third year in a row, the Netherlands recorded growth in overseas purchases of electric locomotives, which increased by 11% to X units in 2019. In general, imports, however, recorded a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 222% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X units in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2019, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, electric locomotive imports expanded to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a abrupt contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 490% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2019, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of volume from No country was relatively modest.

In value terms, Germany ($X) constituted the largest supplier of electric locomotives to the Netherlands, comprising 84% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the UK ($X), with a 7.1% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Germany totaled -75.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the UK (-74.6% per year) and France (-82.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average electric locomotive import price stood at $X per unit in 2019, waning by -7.6% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 an increase of 504%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per unit in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2019, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to +197.3% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for electric locomotives in the world?

India constituted the country with the largest volume of electric locomotive consumption, accounting for 30% of total volume. Moreover, electric locomotive consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Japan, fourfold. Saudi Arabia ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.4% share.

What are the largest producers of electric locomotives in the world?

India constituted the country with the largest volume of electric locomotive production, comprising approx. 35% of total volume. Moreover, electric locomotive production in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Germany, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Japan, with an 8.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of electric locomotives to the Netherlands?

In value terms, Germany constituted the largest supplier of electric locomotive to the Netherlands, comprising 100% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the UK, with a 0.3% share of total imports. It was followed by Belgium, with a 0% share.

What are the leading importers of electric locomotives from the Netherlands?

In value terms, Canada, Australia and Spain were the largest markets for electric locomotive exported from the Netherlands worldwide, together comprising 68% of total exports.

What is the average export price for electric locomotives in the Netherlands?

The average electric locomotive export price stood at $24,260 per unit in 2021, which is down by -5.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for electric locomotives in the Netherlands?

In 2019, the average electric locomotive import price amounted to $33,029 per unit, shrinking by -14.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the electric locomotive market in the Netherlands. 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 30201100 - Rail locomotives powered from an external source of electricity
Prodcom 30201300 - Other rail locomotives, locomotive tenders

Country coverage:

Netherlands

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the Netherlands
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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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
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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
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3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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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
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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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024