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Canada: Railway Sleeper Market 2024

Railway Sleeper Market Size in Canada

For the fifth year in a row, the Canadian railway sleeper market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by 9% to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a perceptible slump. Railway sleeper consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Railway Sleeper Exports

Exports from Canada

In 2021, the amount of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood exported from Canada dropped to X cubic meters, reducing by -12.4% on the year before. In general, exports showed a noticeable downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 40% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X cubic meters. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, railway sleeper exports fell to $X in 2021. Overall, exports recorded a pronounced contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 13%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

The United States (X cubic meters) was the main destination for railway sleeper exports from Canada, accounting for a 94% share of total exports. Moreover, railway sleeper exports to the United States exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Taiwan (Chinese) (X cubic meters), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United States totaled -3.0%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the key foreign market for railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood exports from Canada, comprising 94% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Taiwan (Chinese) ($X), with a 5.7% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United States totaled -4.1%.

Export Prices by Country

The average railway sleeper export price stood at $X per cubic meter in 2021, rising by 6.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw a slight decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average export price increased by 14% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per cubic meter in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major export markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per cubic meter), while the average price for exports to the United States totaled $X per cubic meter.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Taiwan (Chinese) (+3.2%).

Railway Sleeper Imports

Imports into Canada

In 2021, overseas purchases of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood increased by 1.4% to X cubic meters, rising for the fifth year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, total imports indicated a mild expansion from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, imports increased by +7.4% against 2016 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 68%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X cubic meters. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, railway sleeper imports expanded remarkably to $X in 2021. In general, imports posted a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 22% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United States (X cubic meters) was the main railway sleeper supplier to Canada, 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 stood at +1.4%.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States stood at +10.0%.

Import Prices by Country

The average railway sleeper import price stood at $X per cubic meter in 2021, with an increase of 9.5% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 41% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

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 +8.5% per year.

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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, with a combined 64% share 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 Canada?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of railway sleeper to Canada.

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

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for railway sleeper exports from Canada, comprising 95% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Taiwan Chinese), with a 4.5% share of total exports.

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

The average railway sleeper export price stood at $377 per cubic meter in 2020, leveling off at the previous year.

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

In 2020, the average railway sleeper import price amounted to $555 per cubic meter, with an increase of 7.1% against the previous year.

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

Canada

Data coverage:

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