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Kuwait: Railway Sleeper Market 2025

Railway Sleeper Market Size in Kuwait

In 2021, after six years of growth, there was significant decline in the Kuwaiti railway sleeper market, when its value decreased by -9.5% to $X. Overall, consumption saw a prominent increase. Railway sleeper consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then reduced in the following year.

Railway Sleeper Production in Kuwait

In value terms, railway sleeper production contracted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a resilient expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 46% against the previous year. Railway sleeper production peaked at $X in 2020, and then dropped in the following year.

Railway Sleeper Exports

Exports from Kuwait

In 2016, the amount of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood exported from Kuwait soared to X cubic meters, growing by 150% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a abrupt decline. The exports peaked at X cubic meters in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2016, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, railway sleeper exports soared to $X in 2016. In general, exports, however, saw a mild descent. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; afterwards, it flattened through to 2016.

Exports by Country

Qatar (X cubic meters) was the main destination for railway sleeper exports from Kuwait, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2014 to 2016, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Qatar was relatively modest.

In value terms, Qatar ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood exports from Kuwait.

From 2014 to 2016, the average annual growth rate of value to Qatar was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average railway sleeper export price stood at $X per cubic meter in 2016, increasing by 17% against the previous year. Over the last two-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +20.1%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 an increase of 23%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum in 2016 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2014 to 2016, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to 0.0% per year.

Railway Sleeper Imports

Imports into Kuwait

In 2021, supplies from abroad of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood increased by 20% to X cubic meters, rising for the sixth year in a row after two years of decline. In general, imports saw significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 31,400% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, railway sleeper imports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, imports showed a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when imports increased by 43,807%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X cubic meters) was the main supplier of railway sleeper to Kuwait, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China totaled +95.1%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood to Kuwait.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from China totaled +98.8%.

Import Prices by Country

The average railway sleeper import price stood at $X per cubic meter in 2021, remaining constant against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, faced a significant curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 361%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per cubic meter in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to +3.1% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of railway sleeper consumption in 2020 were Chile, Belarus and China, together accounting for 64% of global consumption.
The countries with the highest volumes of railway sleeper production in 2020 were Chile, Belarus and China, together accounting for 68% of global production.
In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of railway sleeper to Kuwait.
In 2016, the average railway sleeper export price amounted to $331 per cubic meter, dropping by -23.4% against the previous year.
The average railway sleeper import price stood at $964 per cubic meter in 2020, surging by 13% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the railway sleeper market 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 16103200 - Railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of impregnated wood

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

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 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

  12. 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

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