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Argentina: Loading Machinery Market 2025

Loading Machinery Exports

Exports from Argentina

In 2022, approx. X units of lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery were exported from Argentina; declining by -30.4% on the previous year. In general, exports recorded a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when exports increased by 116%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X units in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, loading machinery exports dropped sharply to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports showed a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 114%. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Brazil (X units), Bolivia (X units) and Chile (X units) were the main destinations of loading machinery exports from Argentina, together accounting for 68% of total exports. Uruguay, Mexico and Paraguay lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 32%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Mexico (with a CAGR of +1.8%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest markets for loading machinery exported from Argentina were Chile ($X), Mexico ($X) and Brazil ($X), with a combined 80% share of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Mexico, with a CAGR of +2.6%, 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 mixed trend patterns.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average loading machinery export price amounted to $X per unit, growing by 5.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 17% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per unit. From 2017 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Mexico ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Uruguay ($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 Paraguay (+4.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Loading Machinery Imports

Imports into Argentina

In 2022, imports of lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery into Argentina skyrocketed to X units, with an increase of 28% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a mild setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 33%. Imports peaked at X units in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, loading machinery imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, saw a noticeable downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 46%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

China (X units), Germany (X units) and Italy (X units) were the main suppliers of loading machinery imports to Argentina, together comprising 48% of total imports. These countries were followed by Brazil, Spain, the United States, Japan, Colombia, Austria, the Netherlands, South Korea, South Africa and Taiwan (Chinese), which together accounted for a further 42%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Colombia (with a CAGR of +32.0%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Italy ($X), Germany ($X) and the United States ($X) constituted the largest loading machinery suppliers to Argentina, together comprising 42% of total imports. China, Brazil, Austria, Spain, Japan, the Netherlands, South Korea, South Africa, Colombia and Taiwan (Chinese) lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 46%.

Colombia, with a CAGR of +30.5%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average loading machinery import price stood at $X per unit in 2022, approximately equating the previous year. In general, the import price saw a pronounced contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the average import price increased by 13%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per unit. From 2015 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Austria ($X per unit), while the price for Colombia ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+6.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of loading machinery consumption in 2020 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 50% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Japan, Hungary, Germany, Mexico, France, Australia, South Korea and Ethiopia, which together accounted for a further 20%.

What are the largest producers of lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery in the world?

China remains the largest loading machinery producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 35% of total volume. Moreover, loading machinery production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, fourfold. Germany ranked third in terms of total production with an 8.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery to Argentina?

In value terms, Italy, the United States and Germany constituted the largest loading machinery suppliers to Argentina, together comprising 44% of total imports. Brazil, Japan, Spain and China lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 36%.

What are the leading importers of lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery from Argentina?

In value terms, the largest markets for loading machinery exported from Argentina were Brazil, Mexico and India, together comprising 69% of total exports.

What is the average export price for lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery in Argentina?

The average loading machinery export price stood at $7,345 per unit in 2020, shrinking by -21.3% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery in Argentina?

In 2020, the average loading machinery import price amounted to $4,602 per unit, growing by 32% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the loading machinery market in Argentina. 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 28221840 - Lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery, n.e.s.
Prodcom 28221850 - Loading machinery specially designed for agricultural use

Country coverage:

Argentina

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Argentina
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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 2012–2024
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