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GCC: Railway Sleeper Market 2024

Railway Sleeper Market Size in GCC

In 2021, the GCC railway sleeper market decreased by -13.3% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Overall, consumption, however, enjoyed a remarkable increase. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then fell in the following year.

Railway Sleeper Production in GCC

In value terms, railway sleeper production dropped to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, showed a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 94%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2020, and then reduced in the following year.

Railway Sleeper Exports

Exports in GCC

For the fourth consecutive year, GCC recorded growth in overseas shipments of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood, which increased by 50% to X cubic meters in 2021. In general, exports recorded a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 177%. The volume of export peaked in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

In value terms, railway sleeper exports rose to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by 168%. The level of export peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Saudi Arabia prevails in exports structure, recording X cubic meters, which was approx. 96% of total exports in 2021. Bahrain (X cubic meters) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2021, average annual rates of growth with regard to railway sleeper exports from Saudi Arabia stood at +15.4%. At the same time, Bahrain (+15.5%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Bahrain emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in GCC, with a CAGR of +15.5% from 2012-2021. While the share of Saudi Arabia (+36 p.p.) and Bahrain (+1.6 p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Saudi Arabia ($X) remains the largest railway sleeper supplier in GCC, comprising 82% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Bahrain ($X), with an 18% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Saudi Arabia amounted to -7.2%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in GCC stood at $X per cubic meter in 2021, with a decrease of -31.9% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the export price increased by 95%. The level of export peaked at $X per cubic meter in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Bahrain ($X per cubic meter), while Saudi Arabia stood at $X per cubic meter.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Bahrain (+6.7%).

Railway Sleeper Imports

Imports in GCC

In 2021, purchases abroad of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood increased by 11% to X cubic meters, rising for the fourth year in a row after four years of decline. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a precipitous curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 24% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked at X cubic meters in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, railway sleeper imports rose rapidly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, showed a abrupt decline. The level of import peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Kuwait (X cubic meters) and Bahrain (X cubic meters) represented roughly 73% of total imports in 2021. It was distantly followed by the United Arab Emirates (X cubic meters) and Oman (X cubic meters), together committing a 27% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Kuwait (with a CAGR of +86.5%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Kuwait ($X), the United Arab Emirates ($X) and Oman ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, with a combined 97% share of total imports.

Kuwait, with a CAGR of +37.9%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the imports figures.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in GCC amounted to $X per cubic meter, stabilizing at the previous year. In general, the import price showed a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 157%. The level of import peaked at $X per cubic meter in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per cubic meter), while Bahrain ($X per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Oman (+7.6%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.

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

Data coverage:

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

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • 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 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 TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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 Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • Bahrain
    • Kuwait
    • Oman
    • Qatar
    • Saudi Arabia
    • United Arab Emirates

  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, By Country, 2023
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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