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Australia: Electric Rail Locomotive Market 2024

Electric Rail Locomotive Market Size in Australia

In 2022, the Australian electric rail locomotive market increased by 9% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a abrupt curtailment. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Electric Rail Locomotive Production in Australia

In value terms, electric rail locomotive production totaled less than $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production recorded a significant decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume decreased by 99.9%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Electric Rail Locomotive Exports

Exports from Australia

In 2022, the amount of electric rail locomotives exported from Australia dropped remarkably to X units, which is down by -50% against the previous year. Overall, exports recorded a sharp decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 400%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X units in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, electric rail locomotive exports fell remarkably to $X in 2022. In general, exports saw a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 835% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Japan (X units), China (X units) and New Zealand (X units) were the main destinations of electric rail locomotive exports from Australia.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by the United States (with a CAGR of 0.0%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X), Italy ($X) and Malaysia ($X) were the largest markets for electric rail locomotive exported from Australia worldwide, with a combined 84% share of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, China, with a CAGR of +72.4%, saw the highest growth rate of 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

In 2022, the average electric rail locomotive export price amounted to $X per unit, falling by -37.9% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, posted a temperate increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 2,238%. The export price peaked at $X per unit in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the 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 Italy ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to China ($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 South Africa (+18,033.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Electric Rail Locomotive Imports

Imports into Australia

Electric rail locomotive imports into Australia was estimated at X units in 2015, remaining constant against the previous year's figure. Overall, imports showed a sharp setback. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2014. Imports peaked at X units in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2015, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, electric rail locomotive imports amounted to $X in 2015. Over the period under review, imports saw a precipitous descent. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2014. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2015, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2015, the UK (X units) was the main supplier of electric rail locomotive to Australia, with a 100% share of total imports. Moreover, electric rail locomotive imports from the UK exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, New Zealand (X units), fourfold.

From 2013 to 2015, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the UK amounted to +100.0%.

In value terms, New Zealand ($X) constituted the largest supplier of electric rail locomotives to Australia, comprising 90% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the UK ($X), with a 10% share of total imports.

From 2013 to 2015, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from New Zealand was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2015, the average electric rail locomotive import price amounted to $X per unit, stabilizing at the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a dramatic curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the average import price decreased by 99.9%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per unit in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2015, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2015, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was New Zealand ($X per unit), while the price for the UK amounted to $X per unit.

From 2013 to 2015, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (-99.5%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

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

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Uzbekistan, China and Norway, together accounting for 76% of global consumption.

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

China remains the largest electric rail locomotive producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 74% of total volume. Moreover, electric rail locomotive production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Germany, sixfold. Japan ranked third in terms of total production with a 2.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of electric rail locomotives to Australia?

In value terms, Germany constituted the largest supplier of electric rail locomotive to Australia, comprising 100% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the UK $1), with a 0% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of electric rail locomotives from Australia?

In value terms, the UK remains the key foreign market for electric rail locomotive exports from Australia.

What is the average export price for electric rail locomotives in Australia?

The average electric rail locomotive export price stood at $49,000 per unit in 2021, with an increase of 34% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for electric rail locomotives in Australia?

The average electric rail locomotive import price stood at $1,574 per unit in 2021, reducing by -1.6% against the previous year.

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

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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 Australia
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