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Ghana: Railway Sleeper Market 2025

Railway Sleeper Market Size in Ghana

After five years of growth, the Ghanian railway sleeper market decreased by -7.4% to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, consumption saw a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X, and then declined in the following year.

Railway Sleeper Production in Ghana

In value terms, railway sleeper production reduced to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production continues to indicate a pronounced curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 17% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Railway Sleeper Exports

Exports from Ghana

For the fifth year in a row, Ghana recorded decline in overseas shipments of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood, which decreased by -27.6% to X cubic meters in 2021. In general, exports recorded a deep contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when exports increased by 657% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X cubic meters. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, railway sleeper exports dropped dramatically to $X in 2021. Overall, exports recorded a drastic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by 389%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

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

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Togo stood at -7.5%.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Togo stood at -16.1%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average railway sleeper export price amounted to $X per cubic meter, picking up by 13% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw a perceptible descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the average export price increased by 27%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per cubic meter in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Togo amounted to -9.2% per year.

Railway Sleeper Imports

Imports into Ghana

In 2017, approx. X cubic meters of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood were imported into Ghana; leveling off at the previous year. In general, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2014. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2017 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, railway sleeper imports shrank notably to $X in 2017. Over the period under review, imports saw measured growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 15% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then fell markedly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2017, Gabon (X cubic meters) was the main railway sleeper supplier to Ghana, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2013 to 2017, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Gabon was relatively modest.

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

From 2013 to 2017, the average annual growth rate of value from Gabon was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2017, the average railway sleeper import price amounted to $X per cubic meter, declining by -16% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a measured expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 15%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per cubic meter, and then contracted notably in the following year.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Gabon.

From 2013 to 2017, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to +7.2% 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, with a combined 64% share 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 Ghana?

In value terms, Gabon constituted the largest supplier of railway sleeper to Ghana.

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

In 2008, the average railway sleeper export price amounted to $302 per cubic meter, approximately reflecting the previous year.

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

The average railway sleeper import price stood at $340 per cubic meter in 2017, declining by -9% against the previous year.

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

Ghana

Data coverage:

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