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Electric Locomotive Market Size
The global electric locomotive market reduced dramatically to $X in 2021, falling by -37.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption recorded a abrupt curtailment. Global consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.
Electric Locomotive Production
In value terms, electric locomotive production amounted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a mild slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 3.1%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, global production growth remained at a lower figure.
Electric Locomotive Exports
Exports
In 2021, the amount of electric locomotives exported worldwide soared to X units, growing by 226% compared with the previous year. Overall, exports enjoyed a significant expansion. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, electric locomotive exports surged to $X in 2021. In general, total exports indicated temperate growth from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.8% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, exports increased by +87.8% against 2017 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 52% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the global exports reached the peak figure in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.
Exports by Country
South Korea was the major exporting country with an export of around X units, which resulted at 70% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Kazakhstan (X units), generating a 25% share of total exports. Sweden (X units) followed a long way behind the leaders.
South Korea was also the fastest-growing in terms of the electric locomotives exports, with a CAGR of +91.1% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Sweden (+57.6%) and Kazakhstan (+44.5%) displayed positive paces of growth. While the share of South Korea (+68 p.p.), Kazakhstan (+19 p.p.) and Sweden (+1.8 p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, South Korea ($X) remains the largest electric locomotive supplier worldwide, comprising 14% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Kazakhstan ($X), with a 5.4% share of global exports.
In South Korea, electric locomotive exports increased at an average annual rate of +28.8% over the period from 2012-2021. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Kazakhstan (+14.1% per year) and Sweden (+22.2% per year).
Export Prices by Country
The average electric locomotive export price stood at $X per unit in 2021, shrinking by -54.7% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 112%. The global export price peaked at $X per unit in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Sweden ($X per unit), while South Korea ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Kazakhstan (-21.1%), while the other global leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.
Electric Locomotive Imports
Imports
In 2021, the amount of electric locomotives imported worldwide shrank notably to X units, waning by -27.5% against the year before. Over the period under review, imports showed a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 194% against the previous year. Global imports peaked at X units in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, electric locomotive imports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, imports showed a slight downturn. Global imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Imports by Country
In 2021, Morocco (X units), Ireland (X units), Singapore (X units), Nigeria (X units) and Indonesia (X units) was the largest importer of electric locomotives in the world, creating 76% of total import. Kazakhstan (X units), Egypt (X units), Israel (X units), Poland (X units) and Bangladesh (X units) followed a long way behind the leaders.
From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Israel (with a CAGR of +100.8%), while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Singapore ($X), Poland ($X) and Morocco ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, with a combined 18% share of global imports. Kazakhstan, Israel, Bangladesh, Ireland, Indonesia, Egypt and Nigeria lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 12%.
Among the main importing countries, Bangladesh, with a CAGR of +202.1%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices by Country
The average electric locomotive import price stood at $X per unit in 2021, rising by 80% against the previous year. Overall, the import price posted a pronounced increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average import price increased by 136% against the previous year. Global import price peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Poland ($X per unit), while Nigeria ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Bangladesh (+56.8%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global electric locomotive market. 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 30201100 - Rail locomotives powered from an external source of electricity
- Prodcom 30201300 - Other rail locomotives, locomotive tenders
Country coverage:
Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:
- USA
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
+ the largest producing countries
Data coverage:
- Global market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Global production, split by region and country
- Global trade (exports and imports)
- 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
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
- MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export
- TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Per Capita Consumption, by Country, 2022–2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Import Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Export Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Consumption, by Country, 2024
- Market Volume Forecast to 2035
- Market Value Forecast to 2035
- Market Size and Growth, By Product
- Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
- Exports and Growth, By Product
- Export Prices and Growth, By Product
- Production Volume and Growth
- Exports and Growth
- Export Prices and Growth
- Market Size and Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports and Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Production, by Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, by Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Import Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Export Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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