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Portugal: Railway Sleeper Market 2024

Railway Sleeper Market Size in Portugal

In 2021, the Portuguese railway sleeper market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2012, thus ending a eight-year declining trend. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a deep reduction. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Railway Sleeper Production in Portugal

In value terms, railway sleeper production rose sharply to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, saw a deep contraction. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Railway Sleeper Exports

Exports from Portugal

In 2019, overseas shipments of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood decreased by -7.6% to X cubic meters, falling for the third consecutive year after two years of growth. Overall, exports recorded a pronounced decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 286% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X cubic meters. From 2017 to 2019, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, railway sleeper exports dropped significantly to $X in 2019. In general, exports saw a perceptible curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 133%. The exports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2019, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Angola (X cubic meters) was the main destination for railway sleeper exports from Portugal, with a 69% share of total exports. Moreover, railway sleeper exports to Angola exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Spain (X cubic meters), twofold.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of volume to Angola stood at -6.2%.

In value terms, Angola ($X) remains the key foreign market for railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood exports from Portugal, comprising 77% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Spain ($X), with a 23% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Angola stood at -6.3%.

Export Prices by Country

The average railway sleeper export price stood at $X per cubic meter in 2019, falling by -10.7% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a mild decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the average export price increased by 128% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per cubic meter. From 2016 to 2019, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major foreign markets. In 2019, the country with the highest price was Angola ($X per cubic meter), while the average price for exports to Spain totaled $X per cubic meter.

From 2012 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Spain (+8.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Railway Sleeper Imports

Imports into Portugal

After six years of decline, supplies from abroad of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood decreased by 0% to X cubic meters in 2019. Overall, imports saw a sharp setback. The smallest decline of -44.2% was in 2013. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X cubic meters in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2019, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, railway sleeper imports shrank to $X in 2019. In general, imports recorded a dramatic downturn. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2019, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Spain (X cubic meters) and France (X cubic meters) were the main suppliers of railway sleeper imports to Portugal.

From 2012 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Spain (with a CAGR of -28.0%).

In value terms, France ($X) constituted the largest supplier of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood to Portugal, comprising 83% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Spain ($X), with a 17% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value from France totaled -47.3%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2019, the average railway sleeper import price amounted to $X per cubic meter, waning by -4.2% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 an increase of 115% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per cubic meter. From 2018 to 2019, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was France ($X per cubic meter), while the price for Spain amounted to $X per cubic meter.

From 2012 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+44.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of railway sleeper consumption in 2020 were Chile, Belarus and China, with a combined 64% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of railway sleeper production in 2020 were Chile, Belarus and China, with a combined 68% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood to Portugal?

In value terms, France constituted the largest supplier of railway sleeper to Portugal, comprising 100% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain $108), with a 0.3% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood from Portugal?

In value terms, the largest markets for railway sleeper exported from Portugal were Spain and Angola.

What is the average export price for railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood in Portugal?

In 2010, the average railway sleeper export price amounted to $134 per cubic meter, dropping by -12.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood in Portugal?

In 2019, the average railway sleeper import price amounted to $158 per cubic meter, with a decrease of -10.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the railway sleeper market in Portugal. 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:

Portugal

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Portugal
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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023