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Australia and Oceania: Electric Rail Locomotive Market 2025

Electric Rail Locomotive Market Size in Australia and Oceania

In 2022, the electric rail locomotive market in Australia and Oceania increased by 6.3% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after three years of decline. Overall, consumption saw a deep reduction. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Electric Rail Locomotive Production in Australia and Oceania

In value terms, electric rail locomotive production contracted dramatically to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production faced a dramatic slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the production volume increased by 5,707,100% against the previous year. The level of production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Electric Rail Locomotive Exports

Exports in Australia and Oceania

In 2022, the amount of electric rail locomotives exported in Australia and Oceania declined markedly to X units, waning by -50% on the previous year. Over the period under review, exports recorded a sharp curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when exports increased by 1,300% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X units. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, electric rail locomotive exports shrank dramatically to $X in 2022. In general, exports showed a deep contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when exports increased by 76,387% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

In 2022, Australia (X units) was the main exporter of electric rail locomotives in Australia and Oceania, achieving 100% of total export.

Australia was also the fastest-growing in terms of the electric rail locomotives exports, with a CAGR of -22.6% from 2012 to 2022. The shares of the largest exporters remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Australia ($X) also remains the largest electric rail locomotive supplier in Australia and Oceania.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in Australia amounted to -19.7%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Australia and Oceania stood at $X per unit in 2022, with a decrease of -37.9% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, posted perceptible growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 4,603%. Over the period under review, the export prices attained the peak figure at $X per unit in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Australia amounted to +3.7% per year.

Electric Rail Locomotive Imports

Imports in Australia and Oceania

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas purchases of electric rail locomotives, when their volume decreased by -66.7% to X units. In general, imports faced a dramatic slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 2,580%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X units in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, electric rail locomotive imports fell remarkably to $X in 2022. Overall, imports showed a sharp decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 72,726% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

The countries with the highest levels of electric rail locomotive imports in 2022 were New Zealand (X units), together resulting at 100% of total import.

New Zealand was also the fastest-growing in terms of the electric rail locomotives imports, with a CAGR of -36.9% from 2012 to 2022. While the share of New Zealand (+99 p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, New Zealand ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported electric rail locomotives in Australia and Oceania.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in New Zealand stood at -25.3%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in Australia and Oceania amounted to $X per unit, with an increase of 81% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the import price increased by 3,995,099%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per unit. From 2014 to 2022, the import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for New Zealand amounted to +18.4% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Australia, Fiji and New Zealand, together accounting for 100% of total consumption.
New Zealand constituted the country with the largest volume of electric rail locomotive production, comprising approx. 100% of total volume.
In value terms, Australia remains the largest electric rail locomotive supplier in Australia and Oceania.
In value terms, Australia constitutes the largest market for imported electric rail locomotives in Australia and Oceania, comprising 55% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Fiji $558), with a 2.4% share of total imports.
The export price in Australia and Oceania stood at $49,000 per unit in 2021, growing by 34% against the previous year.
In 2021, the import price in Australia and Oceania amounted to $1,910 per unit, picking up by 19% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the electric rail locomotive market in Australia and Oceania. 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

Country coverage:

  • Australia
  • Cook Islands
  • Fiji
  • French Polynesia
  • Kiribati
  • Marshall Islands
  • Micronesia
  • New Caledonia
  • New Zealand
  • Northern Mariana Islands
  • Palau
  • Papua New Guinea
  • Samoa
  • Solomon Islands
  • Tokelau
  • Tonga
  • Tuvalu
  • Vanuatu
  • Wallis and Futuna Islands
  • American Samoa
  • Nauru
  • Niue
  • Guam

Data coverage:

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

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This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    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. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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    • Australia
    • Cook Islands
    • Fiji
    • French Polynesia
    • Kiribati
    • Marshall Islands
    • Micronesia
    • New Caledonia
    • New Zealand
    • Northern Mariana Islands
    • Palau
    • Papua New Guinea
    • Samoa
    • Solomon Islands
    • Tokelau
    • Tonga
    • Tuvalu
    • Vanuatu
    • Wallis and Futuna Islands
    • American Samoa
    • Nauru
    • Niue
    • Guam
  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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