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New Zealand: Railway Track Fixture Market 2025

Railway Track Fixture Market Size in New Zealand

In 2021, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in the New Zealand railway track fixture market, when its value decreased by -83.9% to $X. Overall, consumption, however, saw a resilient increase. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X, and then dropped significantly in the following year.

Railway Track Fixture Exports

Exports from New Zealand

Railway track fixture exports from New Zealand soared to X tons in 2021, increasing by 24% on the previous year's figure. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 222%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, railway track fixture exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, saw a sharp setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 109% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Australia (X tons) was the main destination for railway track fixture exports from New Zealand, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Australia amounted to -17.7%.

In value terms, Australia ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings exports from New Zealand.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Australia totaled -23.7%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average railway track fixture export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 32% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, saw a deep downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 an increase of 219%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Australia amounted to -7.2% per year.

Railway Track Fixture Imports

Imports into New Zealand

In 2021, the amount of railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings imported into New Zealand fell sharply to X tons, dropping by -83.2% compared with 2020. In general, imports, however, recorded resilient growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 1,184% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons, and then declined dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, railway track fixture imports shrank remarkably to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, enjoyed notable growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 473% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then shrank sharply in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Australia (X tons) constituted the largest railway track fixture supplier to New Zealand, accounting for a 39% share of total imports. Moreover, railway track fixture imports from Australia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United States (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by China (X tons), with a 13% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Australia totaled -4.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (+45.8% per year) and China (-7.6% per year).

In value terms, Australia ($X), Italy ($X) and the UK ($X) constituted the largest railway track fixture suppliers to New Zealand, together comprising 54% of total imports. The United States, Spain, China and Canada lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 36%.

In terms of the main suppliers, Spain, with a CAGR of +63.2%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average railway track fixture import price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -6.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 26%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the price for Canada ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+10.7%), 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 railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings in the world?

The country with the largest volume of railway track fixture consumption was the United States, comprising approx. 67% of total volume. Moreover, railway track fixture consumption in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the UK, more than tenfold. Spain ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.3% share.

What are the largest producers of railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings in the world?

The United States constituted the country with the largest volume of railway track fixture production, accounting for 67% of total volume. Moreover, railway track fixture production in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, China, more than tenfold. The UK ranked third in terms of total production with a 4.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings to New Zealand?

In value terms, Italy, the UK and Australia were the largest railway track fixture suppliers to New Zealand, together comprising 52% of total imports. These countries were followed by the United States, China, Canada and Malaysia, which together accounted for a further 29%.

What is the average export price for railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings in New Zealand?

The average railway track fixture export price stood at $15,326 per ton in 2021, reducing by -9.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings in New Zealand?

In 2021, the average railway track fixture import price amounted to $14,203 per ton, surging by 125% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the railway track fixture market in New Zealand. 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 399900Z5 - Railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings (excluding sleepers of wood, concrete or steel, sections of track and other track fixtures not yet assembled and railway or tramway track construction material), mechanical, including electromechanical, signalling, safety or traffic control equipment for railways, tramways, roads, inland waterways, p arking facilities, port installations or airfields, parts of the foregoing
Prodcom 25992910 - Railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings and parts thereof
Prodcom 30204050 - Mechanical or electromechanical signalling, safety or traffic control equipment for roads, inland waterways, parking facilities, port installations or airfields
Prodcom 30204060 - Mechanical signalling, safety or traffic control equipment for railways or tramways, parts of mechanical (including electromechanical), signalling, safety or traffic control equipment for railways, tramways, roads, inland waterways, p arking facilities, port installations or airfields

Country coverage:

New Zealand

Data coverage:

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