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Chile: Railway Sleeper Market 2024

Railway Sleeper Market Size in Chile

After eight years of decline, the Chilean railway sleeper market increased by 3.6% to $X in 2021. Overall, consumption, however, showed a abrupt slump. Railway sleeper consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Railway Sleeper Production in Chile

In value terms, railway sleeper production rose rapidly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, continues to indicate a precipitous setback. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Railway Sleeper Exports

Exports from Chile

For the third consecutive year, Chile recorded growth in shipments abroad of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood, which increased by 0.6% to X cubic meters in 2021. Overall, exports, however, saw a slight downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when exports increased by 312% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X cubic meters in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, railway sleeper exports dropped modestly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports saw a moderate expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 218%. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

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

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Egypt amounted to -1.3%.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Egypt totaled +4.9%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average railway sleeper export price amounted to $X per cubic meter, almost unchanged from the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded a prominent expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average export price increased by 200% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per cubic meter. From 2017 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 Egypt.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Egypt amounted to +6.2% per year.

Railway Sleeper Imports

Imports into Chile

Railway sleeper imports into Chile soared to X cubic meters in 2021, jumping by 20% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 410% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

In value terms, railway sleeper imports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, imports recorded a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 438%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

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

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States totaled +27.9%.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States stood at +28.6%.

Import Prices by Country

The average railway sleeper import price stood at $X per cubic meter in 2021, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 5.5% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per cubic meter. From 2014 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

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 +0.6% 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, 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 Chile?

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

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

In value terms, Egypt remains the key foreign market for railway sleeper exports from Chile.

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

The average railway sleeper export price stood at $358 per cubic meter in 2020, shrinking by -12.4% against the previous year.

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

In 2020, the average railway sleeper import price amounted to $835 per cubic meter, with an increase of 8% against the previous year.

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

Chile

Data coverage:

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