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

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

The Kuwaiti iron or steel bridges market shrank notably to $X in 2022, reducing by -30.2% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, showed a buoyant expansion. Iron or steel bridges consumption peaked at $X in 2021, and then shrank markedly in the following year.

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

In value terms, iron or steel bridges production expanded markedly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, faced a abrupt decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 172%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Iron Or Steel Bridges And Bridge-Sections

Exports from Kuwait

In 2022, the amount of iron or steel bridges and bridge-sections exported from Kuwait surged to X tons, growing by 45% on the previous year. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 111% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, iron or steel bridges exports soared to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, recorded a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 64%. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Bahrain (X tons) was the main destination for iron or steel bridges exports from Kuwait, accounting for a 95% share of total exports. Moreover, iron or steel bridges exports to Bahrain exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Jordan (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Bahrain amounted to +88.2%.

In value terms, Bahrain ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for iron or steel bridges and bridge-sections exports from Kuwait, comprising 86% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Jordan ($X), with a 14% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Bahrain stood at +85.1%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average iron or steel bridges export price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -3.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a slight decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 an increase of 40% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Jordan ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Bahrain stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Jordan (+8.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Imports of Iron Or Steel Bridges And Bridge-Sections

Imports into Kuwait

After six years of growth, purchases abroad of iron or steel bridges and bridge-sections decreased by -27.5% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports, however, enjoyed a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 160% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2021, and then dropped significantly in the following year.

In value terms, iron or steel bridges imports dropped sharply to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, showed strong growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 208%. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then fell remarkably in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Bahrain (X tons) was the main supplier of iron or steel bridges to Kuwait, with a 96% share of total imports. It was followed by Turkey (X tons), with a 1.7% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Bahrain amounted to +289.8%.

In value terms, Bahrain ($X) constituted the largest supplier of iron or steel bridges and bridge-sections to Kuwait, comprising 85% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Turkey ($X), with a 7.2% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Bahrain amounted to +236.1%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average iron or steel bridges import price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -3% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 41%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 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 Turkey ($X per ton), while the price for Bahrain amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Oman (+76.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for iron or steel bridges and bridge-sections in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of iron or steel bridges consumption, accounting for 26% of total volume. Moreover, iron or steel bridges consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, 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 third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 6.8% share.

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

In value terms, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates and China were the largest iron or steel bridges suppliers to Kuwait, with a combined 74% share of total imports. Turkey and Saudi Arabia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 19%.

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

In value terms, Saudi Arabia remains the key foreign market for iron or steel bridges exports from Kuwait.

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

In 2021, the average iron or steel bridges export price amounted to $1,077 per ton, rising by 11% against the previous year.

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

In 2021, the average iron or steel bridges import price amounted to $1,132 per ton, shrinking by -3.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for iron or steel bridges in Kuwait. 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:

Kuwait

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Kuwait
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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