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Kenya: Electric Locomotive Market 2025

Electric Locomotive Market Size in Kenya

The Kenyan electric locomotive market shrank rapidly to less than $X in 2021, which is down by 99.9% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption recorded a precipitous shrinkage. Electric locomotive consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Electric Locomotive Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2021, approx. X units of electric locomotives were exported from Kenya; standing approx. at 2020. Overall, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The exports peaked in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, electric locomotive exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports enjoyed prominent growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 96%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Mozambique (X units) was the main destination for electric locomotive exports from Kenya, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2014, the average annual growth rate of volume to Mozambique was relatively modest.

In value terms, Mozambique ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for electric locomotives exports from Kenya.

From 2013 to 2014, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Mozambique was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average electric locomotive export price stood at $X per unit in 2014, which is down by -51% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a significant curtailment. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per unit in 2013, and then dropped significantly in the following year.

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

From 2013 to 2014, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Somalia amounted to 0.0% per year.

Electric Locomotive Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2021, electric locomotive imports into Kenya declined sharply to X units, which is down by -50% compared with the year before. In general, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 1,100% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X units. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, electric locomotive imports rose notably to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 8,811% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from No country was relatively modest.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) constituted the largest supplier of electric locomotives to Kenya.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from South Africa totaled +16.7%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2018, the average electric locomotive import price amounted to $X per unit, falling by -77.3% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, enjoyed significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 an increase of 844%. The import price peaked at $X per unit in 2017, and then shrank significantly in the following year.

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

From 2015 to 2018, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to +145.7% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for electric locomotives in the world?

India constituted the country with the largest volume of electric locomotive consumption, comprising approx. 30% of total volume. Moreover, electric locomotive consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Japan, fourfold. Saudi Arabia ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.4% share.

What are the largest producers of electric locomotives in the world?

India remains the largest electric locomotive producing country worldwide, accounting for 35% of total volume. Moreover, electric locomotive production in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Germany, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Japan, with an 8.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of electric locomotives to Kenya?

In value terms, South Africa constituted the largest supplier of electric locomotive to Kenya.

What is the average import price for electric locomotives in Kenya?

The average electric locomotive import price stood at $5,427 per unit in 2021, with an increase of 1.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the electric locomotive market in Kenya. 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:

Kenya

Data coverage:

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