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Ireland: Market for Iron Or Steel Bridges And Bridge-Sections 2025

Market Size for Iron Or Steel Bridges And Bridge-Sections in Ireland

The Irish iron or steel bridges market skyrocketed to $X in 2022, growing by 3,397% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, showed a perceptible shrinkage. Iron or steel bridges consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Iron Or Steel Bridges And Bridge-Sections in Ireland

In value terms, iron or steel bridges production reduced modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when the production volume increased by 1,695%. Iron or steel bridges production peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Iron Or Steel Bridges And Bridge-Sections

Exports from Ireland

In 2022, overseas shipments of iron or steel bridges and bridge-sections increased by 61% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, exports recorded a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 2,671%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, iron or steel bridges exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports enjoyed a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 1,001%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

The UK (X tons) was the main destination for iron or steel bridges exports from Ireland, with a approx. 99% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to the UK totaled +45.5%.

In value terms, the UK ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for iron or steel bridges and bridge-sections exports from Ireland.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the UK totaled +58.3%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average iron or steel bridges export price amounted to $X per ton, leveling off at the previous year. In general, the export price, however, enjoyed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 1,694%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the UK amounted to +8.8% per year.

Imports of Iron Or Steel Bridges And Bridge-Sections

Imports into Ireland

In 2022, the amount of iron or steel bridges and bridge-sections imported into Ireland totaled X tons, stabilizing at the previous year's figure. In general, imports enjoyed a tangible increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 1,498% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, iron or steel bridges imports totaled $X in 2022. Overall, imports showed strong growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 458% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the UK (X tons) was the main iron or steel bridges supplier to Ireland, accounting for a 97% share of total imports. It was followed by Denmark (X tons), with a 2.6% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the UK totaled +14.7%.

In value terms, the UK ($X) constituted the largest supplier of iron or steel bridges and bridge-sections to Ireland, comprising 95% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Denmark ($X), with a 4.9% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the UK totaled +11.7%.

Import Prices by Country

The average iron or steel bridges import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, standing approx. at the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price enjoyed noticeable growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the average import price increased by 85% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Denmark ($X per ton), while the price for the UK totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Portugal (+17.2%), 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 iron or steel bridges and bridge-sections in the world?

The country with the largest volume of iron or steel bridges consumption was China, comprising approx. 26% of total volume. Moreover, iron or steel bridges consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.7% share.

What are the largest producers of iron or steel bridges and bridge-sections in the world?

China remains the largest iron or steel bridges producing country worldwide, accounting for 29% of total volume. Moreover, iron or steel bridges production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of iron or steel bridges and bridge-sections to Ireland?

In value terms, the UK and Spain appeared to be the largest iron or steel bridges suppliers to Ireland.

What are the leading importers of iron or steel bridges and bridge-sections from Ireland?

In value terms, the UK remains the key foreign market for iron or steel bridges exports from Ireland.

What is the average export price for iron or steel bridges and bridge-sections in Ireland?

The average iron or steel bridges export price stood at $5,372 per ton in 2021, falling by -28.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for iron or steel bridges and bridge-sections in Ireland?

In 2021, the average iron or steel bridges import price amounted to $2,747 per ton, stabilizing at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for iron or steel bridges in Ireland. 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 25112100 - Iron or steel bridges and bridge-sections

Country coverage:

Ireland

Data coverage:

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