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France: Diesel-Electric Locomotive Market 2025

Diesel-Electric Locomotive Market Size in France

After three years of growth, the French diesel-electric locomotive market decreased by -2.8% to $X in 2022. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +4.0% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Diesel-electric locomotive consumption peaked at $X in 2021, and then dropped slightly in the following year.

Diesel-Electric Locomotive Production in France

In value terms, diesel-electric locomotive production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +2.5% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the production volume increased by 41%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Diesel-Electric Locomotive Exports

Export Prices by Country

The average diesel-electric locomotive export price stood at $X per unit in 2022, falling by -28.8% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, enjoyed a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 70,472% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per unit. From 2018 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Switzerland ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Italy totaled $X per unit.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Iran (+95,441.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Diesel-Electric Locomotive Imports

Imports into France

In value terms, diesel-electric locomotive imports reduced sharply to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate prominent growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 35,151% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then contracted sharply in the following year.

Imports by Country

In value terms, Switzerland ($X) constituted the largest supplier of diesel-electric locomotives to France, comprising 88% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Germany ($X), with an 11% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Switzerland totaled +301.8%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average diesel-electric locomotive import price amounted to $X per unit, which is down by -60.3% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a abrupt shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 3,494%. The import price peaked at $X per unit in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Switzerland ($X per unit), while the price for Germany totaled $X per unit.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Switzerland (+125.8%), 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 diesel-electric locomotives in the world?

The country with the largest volume of diesel-electric locomotive consumption was Angola, comprising approx. 100% of total volume.

What are the largest producers of diesel-electric locomotives in the world?

The country with the largest volume of diesel-electric locomotive production was the United States, comprising approx. 63% of total volume. Moreover, diesel-electric locomotive production in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, China, threefold. Russia ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of diesel-electric locomotives to France?

In value terms, the largest diesel-electric locomotive suppliers to France were Germany, the United States and Spain, with a combined 100% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of diesel-electric locomotives from France?

In value terms, Germany remains the key foreign market for diesel-electric locomotive exports from France, comprising 58% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Switzerland, with a 29% share of total exports. It was followed by Belgium, with a 12% share.

What is the average export price for diesel-electric locomotives in France?

The average diesel-electric locomotive export price stood at $27,372 per ton in 2021, increasing by 6.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for diesel-electric locomotives in France?

The average diesel-electric locomotive import price stood at $29,164 per ton in 2021, picking up by 5.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the diesel-electric locomotive market in France. 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 30201200 - Diesel-electric locomotives

Country coverage:

France

Data coverage:

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