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Croatia: Market for Mechanical Shovels, Excavators And Shovel Loaders 2025

Market Size for Mechanical Shovels, Excavators And Shovel Loaders in Croatia

The Croatian mechanical shovel and excavator market surged to $X in 2021, jumping by 49% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Overall, consumption continues to indicate a significant expansion. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Exports of Mechanical Shovels, Excavators And Shovel Loaders

Exports from Croatia

In 2021, the amount of mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders exported from Croatia reduced modestly to X units, which is down by -1.7% compared with 2020 figures. Over the period under review, total exports indicated pronounced growth from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.9% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, exports increased by +70.2% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 73% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X units, and then fell slightly in the following year.

In value terms, mechanical shovel and excavator exports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 49%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Serbia (X units), Bosnia and Herzegovina (X units) and Slovenia (X units) were the main destinations of mechanical shovel and excavator exports from Croatia, with a combined 69% share of total exports. North Macedonia, Germany, Italy, Montenegro, Hungary, the Netherlands, Austria and Kosovo lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 23%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Kosovo (with a CAGR of +266.7%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Serbia ($X), Bosnia and Herzegovina ($X) and Slovenia ($X) constituted the largest markets for mechanical shovel and excavator exported from Croatia worldwide, together comprising 67% of total exports. These countries were followed by North Macedonia, Germany, Austria, Italy, Montenegro, Hungary, Kosovo and the Netherlands, which together accounted for a further 25%.

Kosovo, with a CAGR of +1,178.4%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average mechanical shovel and excavator export price amounted to $X per unit, rising by 22% against the previous year. Over the last nine-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.4%. The export price peaked at $X per unit in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was North Macedonia ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to the Netherlands ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Kosovo (+248.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Mechanical Shovels, Excavators And Shovel Loaders

Imports into Croatia

In 2021, the amount of mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders imported into Croatia surged to X units, growing by 20% compared with the previous year. Overall, imports recorded a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 43% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

In value terms, mechanical shovel and excavator imports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports showed a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 55%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Austria (X units), Germany (X units) and Italy (X units) were the main suppliers of mechanical shovel and excavator imports to Croatia, together comprising 51% of total imports. Slovenia, France, Belgium, South Korea, the Netherlands, the UK, China, Sweden and the Czech Republic lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 40%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by the Netherlands (with a CAGR of +62.5%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Austria ($X), Germany ($X) and Slovenia ($X) constituted the largest mechanical shovel and excavator suppliers to Croatia, together accounting for 47% of total imports. These countries were followed by Italy, South Korea, the Netherlands, Belgium, Sweden, the UK, France, China and the Czech Republic, which together accounted for a further 47%.

Among the main suppliers, the Netherlands, with a CAGR of +71.0%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average mechanical shovel and excavator import price amounted to $X per unit, jumping by 16% against the previous year. Over the last nine years, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.7%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 20%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per unit in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Sweden ($X per unit), while the price for France ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Slovenia (+12.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were South Africa, the United States and China, together accounting for 80% of global consumption.
The United States remains the largest mechanical shovel and excavator producing country worldwide, accounting for 55% of total volume. Moreover, mechanical shovel and excavator production in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Japan, fourfold. China ranked third in terms of total production with a 9.6% share.
In value terms, Austria, Germany and Slovenia constituted the largest mechanical shovel and excavator suppliers to Croatia, with a combined 47% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Italy, South Korea, the Netherlands, Belgium, Sweden, the UK, France and China, which together accounted for a further 45%.
In value terms, the largest markets for mechanical shovel and excavator exported from Croatia were Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Slovenia, with a combined 68% share of total exports. North Macedonia, Germany, Italy, Montenegro, Hungary, Kosovo, the Netherlands, Poland, Ukraine and Pakistan lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 24%.
The average mechanical shovel and excavator export price stood at $20,798 per unit in 2021, picking up by 9.7% against the previous year.
The average mechanical shovel and excavator import price stood at $33,260 per unit in 2021, shrinking by -5.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for mechanical shovel and excavator in Croatia. 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.

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Country coverage:

  • Croatia

Data coverage:

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

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  • 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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