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Poland: Diesel-Electric Locomotive Market 2025

Diesel-Electric Locomotive Market Size in Poland

In 2022, the Polish diesel-electric locomotive market decreased by 99.9% to less than $X, falling for the second year in a row after two years of decline. In general, consumption showed pronounced growth. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Diesel-Electric Locomotive Production in Poland

In value terms, diesel-electric locomotive production rose notably to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production showed buoyant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the production volume increased by 61% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2021 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Diesel-Electric Locomotive Exports

Exports from Poland

After two years of decline, shipments abroad of diesel-electric locomotives decreased by -50% to X units in 2021. In general, exports, however, enjoyed a remarkable increase. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X units in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, diesel-electric locomotive exports reduced remarkably to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, saw a prominent increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 675% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X, and then dropped markedly in the following year.

Exports by Country

The Czech Republic (X units) and Slovakia (X units) were the main destinations of diesel-electric locomotive exports from Poland.

From 2013 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by the Czech Republic (with a CAGR of 0.0%).

In value terms, Russia ($X) remains the key foreign market for diesel-electric locomotives exports from Poland, comprising 35% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Slovakia ($X), with a 16% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Russia stood at +1.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Slovakia (-27.7% per year) and the Czech Republic (+9.8% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average diesel-electric locomotive export price stood at $X per unit in 2021, declining by -23.8% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 an increase of 84% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per unit. From 2019 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Russia ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to the Czech Republic ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2013 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Belarus (+88.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Diesel-Electric Locomotive Imports

Imports into Poland

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was decline in overseas purchases of diesel-electric locomotives, when their volume decreased by 0% to X units. In general, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 2,700% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X units. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, diesel-electric locomotive imports totaled $X in 2022. Overall, imports enjoyed perceptible growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 2,471% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Germany (X units) was the main diesel-electric locomotive supplier to Poland, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Germany amounted to -34.1%.

In value terms, Germany ($X) constituted the largest supplier of diesel-electric locomotives to Poland.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Germany amounted to -36.9%.

Import Prices by Country

The average diesel-electric locomotive import price stood at $X per unit in 2022, standing approx. at the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 129%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per unit. From 2020 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2013 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Germany amounted to -6.7% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for diesel-electric locomotives in the world?

The country with the largest volume of diesel-electric locomotive consumption was Angola, accounting for 100% of total volume.

What are the largest producers of diesel-electric locomotives in the world?

The United States constituted the country with the largest volume of diesel-electric locomotive production, accounting for 63% of total volume. Moreover, diesel-electric locomotive production in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, China, threefold. Russia ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of diesel-electric locomotives to Poland?

In value terms, the UK constituted the largest supplier of diesel-electric locomotive to Poland, comprising 70% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 17% share of total imports. It was followed by Bulgaria, with a 5.9% share.

What are the leading importers of diesel-electric locomotives from Poland?

In value terms, Germany, Russia and Slovakia constituted the largest markets for diesel-electric locomotive exported from Poland worldwide, with a combined 86% share of total exports. The Czech Republic lagged somewhat behind, accounting for a further 14%.

What is the average export price for diesel-electric locomotives in Poland?

In 2021, the average diesel-electric locomotive export price amounted to $3,944 per ton, shrinking by -42.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for diesel-electric locomotives in Poland?

The average diesel-electric locomotive import price stood at $2,541 per ton in 2019, falling by -16.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the diesel-electric locomotive market in Poland. 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 30201200 - Diesel-electric locomotives

Country coverage:

Poland

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