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Bulgaria - Railway or Tramway Sleepers (Cross-Ties) of Wood - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Bulgaria: Railway Sleeper Market 2025

Railway Sleeper Market Size in Bulgaria

In 2021, the Bulgarian railway sleeper market decreased by 0% to less than $X, falling for the fourth consecutive year after six years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption showed significant growth. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Railway Sleeper Exports

Exports from Bulgaria

In 2019, overseas shipments of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood increased by 15% to X cubic meters, rising for the third consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, exports, however, showed a abrupt downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 174%. The exports peaked at X cubic meters in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2019, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, railway sleeper exports reduced to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a dramatic descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 155% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2019, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The UK (X cubic meters) was the main destination for railway sleeper exports from Bulgaria, with a 99% share of total exports. It was followed by Romania (X cubic meters), with a 1.2% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of volume to the UK amounted to +23.9%.

In value terms, the UK ($X) remains the key foreign market for railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood exports from Bulgaria, comprising 80% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Romania ($X), with a 15% share of total exports. It was followed by Italy, with a 2.5% share.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the UK amounted to +6.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Romania (-20.5% per year) and Italy (-52.1% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2019, the average railway sleeper export price amounted to $X per cubic meter, which is down by -20.6% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a deep downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the average export price increased by 95% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per cubic meter in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2019, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2019, the country with the highest price was North Macedonia ($X per cubic meter), while the average price for exports to the UK ($X per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Netherlands (+273.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Railway Sleeper Imports

Imports into Bulgaria

For the eighth year in a row, Bulgaria recorded growth in overseas purchases of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood, which increased by 16% to X cubic meters in 2019. Overall, imports posted a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 121%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2019 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, railway sleeper imports expanded remarkably to $X in 2019. In general, imports enjoyed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 89% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2019 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

Poland (X cubic meters), France (X cubic meters) and Austria (X cubic meters) were the main suppliers of railway sleeper imports to Bulgaria, together accounting for 99% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Poland (with a CAGR of +48.5%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest railway sleeper suppliers to Bulgaria were Poland ($X), France ($X) and Austria ($X), with a combined 99% share of total imports.

France, with a CAGR of +40.7%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2019, the average railway sleeper import price amounted to $X per cubic meter, dropping by -9.5% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a pronounced downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average import price increased by 50%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per cubic meter. From 2014 to 2019, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2019, the country with the highest price was France ($X per cubic meter), while the price for Poland ($X per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+0.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of railway sleeper consumption in 2020 were Chile, Belarus and China, together comprising 64% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of railway sleeper production in 2020 were Chile, Belarus and China, together accounting for 68% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood to Bulgaria?

In value terms, Poland and France constituted the largest railway sleeper suppliers to Bulgaria.

What are the leading importers of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood from Bulgaria?

In value terms, the UK remains the key foreign market for railway sleeper exports from Bulgaria.

What is the average export price for railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood in Bulgaria?

The average railway sleeper export price stood at $144 per cubic meter in 2019, waning by -15.3% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood in Bulgaria?

In 2019, the average railway sleeper import price amounted to $1,202 per cubic meter, picking up by 15% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the railway sleeper market in Bulgaria. 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:

Bulgaria

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Bulgaria
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 2012–2024
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