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France - Railway or Tramway Passenger Coaches (Not Self-Propelled) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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France: Railway Passenger Coach Market 2025

Railway Passenger Coach Market Size in France

In 2022, the French railway passenger coach market decreased by -25.7% to $X, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a abrupt downturn. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Railway Passenger Coach Production in France

In value terms, railway passenger coach production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a tangible increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume increased by 299%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Railway Passenger Coach Exports

Exports from France

In 2022, shipments abroad of railway or tramway passenger coaches (not self-propelled) decreased by -30.2% to X units for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 11,788%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X units in 2021, and then declined significantly in the following year.

In value terms, railway passenger coach exports shrank to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 15,674% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2021, and then declined in the following year.

Exports by Country

Spain (X units) was the main destination for railway passenger coach exports from France, accounting for a approx. 99% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Spain stood at +209.9%.

In value terms, Spain ($X) also remains the key foreign market for railway or tramway passenger coaches (not self-propelled) exports from France.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Spain totaled +262.1%.

Export Prices by Country

The average railway passenger coach export price stood at $X per unit in 2022, jumping by 34% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed strong growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of 150% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Spain.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Spain amounted to +16.8% per year.

Railway Passenger Coach Imports

Imports into France

In 2022, the amount of railway or tramway passenger coaches (not self-propelled) imported into France soared to X units, growing by 368% compared with the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 613%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X units in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, railway passenger coach imports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate resilient growth. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Switzerland (X units) was the main railway passenger coach supplier to France, with a 91% share of total imports. Moreover, railway passenger coach imports from Switzerland exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Spain (X units), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Switzerland amounted to +89.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (-19.2% per year) and the UK (-11.5% per year).

In value terms, Switzerland ($X) constituted the largest supplier of railway or tramway passenger coaches (not self-propelled) to France, comprising 81% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Spain ($X), with a 2.2% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Switzerland stood at +107.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (+3.5% per year) and the UK (+6.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average railway passenger coach import price stood at $X per unit in 2022, jumping by 61% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 647%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+28.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for railway or tramway passenger coaches (not self-propelled) in the world?

Australia remains the largest railway passenger coach consuming country worldwide, accounting for 98% of total volume.

What are the largest producers of railway or tramway passenger coaches (not self-propelled) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of railway passenger coach production in 2021 were Germany, China and France, together comprising 52% of global production. These countries were followed by India, Mexico, Kazakhstan, Belarus, Ukraine, Russia, the Dominican Republic, Norway, Hungary and Georgia, which together accounted for a further 32%.

What are the leading suppliers of railway or tramway passenger coaches (not self-propelled) to France?

In value terms, the largest railway passenger coach suppliers to France were Spain, Switzerland and Belgium.

What are the leading importers of railway or tramway passenger coaches (not self-propelled) from France?

In value terms, Ireland remains the key foreign market for railway passenger coach exports from France.

What is the average export price for railway or tramway passenger coaches (not self-propelled) in France?

In 2021, the average railway passenger coach export price amounted to $138,031 per unit, increasing by 49% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for railway or tramway passenger coaches (not self-propelled) in France?

In 2021, the average railway passenger coach import price amounted to $6,030 per unit, picking up by 16% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the railway passenger coach 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 30203200 - Rail/tramway passenger coaches, luggage vans, post office coaches and other special purpose rail/tramway coaches excluding rail/tramway maintenance/service vehicles, selfpropelled

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