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Middle East: Electric Rail Locomotive Market 2025

Electric Rail Locomotive Market Size in the Middle East

The Middle Eastern electric rail locomotive market declined to $X in 2022, which is down by -11.8% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a remarkable increase. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Electric Rail Locomotive Production in the Middle East

In value terms, electric rail locomotive production reached $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.7% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the production volume increased by 3.6% against the previous year. The level of production peaked at $X in 2020; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

Electric Rail Locomotive Exports

Exports in the Middle East

In 2022, approx. X units of electric rail locomotives were exported in the Middle East; declining by -96.2% compared with 2021 figures. Overall, exports, however, recorded a perceptible expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 2,550% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X units, and then dropped dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, electric rail locomotive exports reduced notably to $X in 2022. In general, exports saw a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 7,114% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then fell significantly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Kuwait (X units), Lebanon (X units) and the United Arab Emirates (X units) represented roughly 75% of total exports in 2022. It was followed by Turkey (X units), constituting a 25% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of 0.0%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest electric rail locomotive supplying countries in the Middle East were Lebanon ($X), Kuwait ($X) and Turkey ($X), with a combined 22% share of total exports.

Lebanon, with a CAGR of +12.9%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline in the exports figures.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in the Middle East stood at $X per unit in 2022, dropping by -85.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a drastic downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 2,576% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X per unit in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Lebanon ($X per unit), while the United Arab Emirates ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Lebanon (+12.9%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.

Electric Rail Locomotive Imports

Imports in the Middle East

In 2022, approx. X units of electric rail locomotives were imported in the Middle East; with a decrease of -36.9% on the previous year. Overall, imports, however, posted a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 1,153% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X units in 2021, and then declined dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, electric rail locomotive imports dropped rapidly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, posted a strong increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 2,209% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

The purchases of the one major importers of electric rail locomotives, namely Israel, represented more than two-thirds of total import.

Israel was also the fastest-growing in terms of the electric rail locomotives imports, with a CAGR of +66.1% from 2012 to 2022. Israel (+59 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Israel ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported electric rail locomotives in the Middle East.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Israel amounted to +99.7%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in the Middle East amounted to $X per unit, increasing by 17% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a dramatic decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 609% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per unit. From 2014 to 2022, the import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Israel amounted to +20.2% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

Turkey constituted the country with the largest volume of electric rail locomotive consumption, accounting for 53% of total volume. Moreover, electric rail locomotive consumption in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United Arab Emirates, threefold. Iran ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 14% share.
Turkey constituted the country with the largest volume of electric rail locomotive production, comprising approx. 67% of total volume. Moreover, electric rail locomotive production in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United Arab Emirates, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Qatar, with a 5.5% share.
In value terms, Saudi Arabia remains the largest electric rail locomotive supplier in the Middle East, comprising 74% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United Arab Emirates, with a 25% share of total exports.
In value terms, Iran, Israel and Turkey constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, with a combined 100% share of total imports.
The export price in the Middle East stood at $11,268 per unit in 2021, which is down by -34.1% against the previous year.
The import price in the Middle East stood at $86,132 per unit in 2021, increasing by 80% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the electric rail locomotive market in the Middle East. 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:

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Production in the Middle East, split by region and country
  • Trade (exports and imports) in the Middle East
  • 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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. 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
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

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

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    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. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • Bahrain
    • Iran
    • Iraq
    • Israel
    • Jordan
    • Kuwait
    • Lebanon
    • Oman
    • Palestine
    • Qatar
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Syrian Arab Republic
    • Turkey
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Yemen

  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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