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Kenya: Electric Rail Locomotive Market 2024

Electric Rail Locomotive Market Size in Kenya

In 2022, the Kenyan electric rail locomotive market increased by 2.9% to $X for the first time since 2015, thus ending a six-year declining trend. Overall, consumption saw a abrupt shrinkage. Electric rail locomotive consumption peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Electric Rail Locomotive Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2014, the amount of electric rail locomotives exported from Kenya was estimated at X units, leveling off at the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2014 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

In value terms, electric rail locomotive exports reduced notably to $X in 2014. Overall, exports recorded a sharp downturn. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2013, and then dropped dramatically in the following year.

Exports by Country

Mozambique (X units) was the main destination for electric rail 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 rail 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 rail locomotive export price stood at $X per unit in 2014, declining by -51% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a precipitous decline. The export price peaked at $X per unit in 2013, and then shrank remarkably 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 Rail Locomotive Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2022, purchases abroad of electric rail locomotives decreased by 0% to X units for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, imports recorded a abrupt shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 500%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X units. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, electric rail locomotive imports expanded notably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports showed prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 1,633%. Imports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, South Africa (X units) was the main electric rail locomotive supplier to Kenya, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from South Africa totaled -12.9%.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from South Africa amounted to +5.7%.

Import Prices by Country

The average electric rail locomotive import price stood at $X per unit in 2022, rising by 6.1% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 288%. The import price peaked at $X per unit in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for South Africa amounted to +21.5% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

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

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Uzbekistan, China and Norway, together comprising 76% of global consumption.

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

China remains the largest electric rail locomotive producing country worldwide, accounting for 74% of total volume. Moreover, electric rail locomotive production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Germany, sixfold. Japan ranked third in terms of total production with a 2.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of electric rail locomotives to Kenya?

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

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

The average electric rail locomotive import price stood at $1,164 per unit in 2021, falling by -8.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the electric rail 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

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
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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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023