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Brazil: Railway Sleeper Market 2025

Railway Sleeper Market Size in Brazil

In 2021, the Brazilian railway sleeper market increased by 10% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after three years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a slight descent. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Railway Sleeper Production in Brazil

In value terms, railway sleeper production totaled $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, recorded a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the production volume increased by 37%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Railway Sleeper Exports

Exports from Brazil

In 2021, railway sleeper exports from Brazil plummeted to X cubic meters, dropping by -17.3% against the previous year's figure. In general, exports faced a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 178%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X cubic meters in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, railway sleeper exports totaled $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when exports increased by 62% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Colombia (X cubic meters) was the main destination for railway sleeper exports from Brazil, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Colombia amounted to +10.3%.

In value terms, Colombia ($X) also remains the key foreign market for railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood exports from Brazil.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Colombia amounted to +16.2%.

Export Prices by Country

The average railway sleeper export price stood at $X per cubic meter in 2021, growing by 28% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 an increase of 204% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per cubic meter. From 2015 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Colombia amounted to +5.4% per year.

Railway Sleeper Imports

Imports into Brazil

Railway sleeper imports into Brazil rose markedly to X cubic meters in 2021, increasing by 14% compared with the year before. In general, imports enjoyed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 702% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, railway sleeper imports expanded markedly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports saw resilient growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by 520% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United States (X cubic meters) was the main railway sleeper supplier to Brazil, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United States totaled +22.1%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood to Brazil.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States amounted to +15.2%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average railway sleeper import price amounted to $X per cubic meter, which is down by -4.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 an increase of 7.8%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per cubic meter. From 2014 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to -5.7% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of railway sleeper consumption in 2020 were Chile, Belarus and China, together comprising 64% of global consumption.
The countries with the highest volumes of railway sleeper production in 2020 were Chile, Belarus and China, with a combined 68% share of global production.
In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of railway sleeper to Brazil.
In value terms, the UK remains the key foreign market for railway sleeper exports from Brazil.
In 2020, the average railway sleeper export price amounted to $766 per cubic meter, growing by 4.1% against the previous year.
In 2017, the average railway sleeper import price amounted to $528 per cubic meter, remaining stable against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the railway sleeper market in Brazil. 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 16103200 - Railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of impregnated wood

Country coverage:

  • Brazil

Data coverage:

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

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

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 THE 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 TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    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 Export

    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: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country, 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, 2012–2024

  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
    10. Market Size and Growth, By Product
    11. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
    12. Exports and Growth, By Product
    13. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
    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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    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, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    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, 2012–2024

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