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Singapore: Railway Sleeper Market 2025

Railway Sleeper Market Size in Singapore

In 2021, the Singaporean railway sleeper market decreased by -2% to $X for the first time since 2015, thus ending a five-year rising trend. Overall, consumption enjoyed a prominent expansion. Railway sleeper consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then contracted in the following year.

Railway Sleeper Production in Singapore

In value terms, railway sleeper production fell slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, showed a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the production volume increased by 47% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2020, and then fell in the following year.

Railway Sleeper Exports

Exports from Singapore

In 2021, the amount of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood exported from Singapore fell to X cubic meters, which is down by -12.5% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, exports showed a dramatic descent. The smallest decline of -10% was in 2019. The exports peaked at X cubic meters in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, railway sleeper exports fell slightly to $X in 2021. In general, exports showed a dramatic descent. The smallest decline of -0.2% was in 2018. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

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

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Indonesia totaled -36.3%.

In value terms, Indonesia ($X) remains the key foreign market for railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood exports from Singapore, comprising 93% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Malaysia ($X), with a 7% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Indonesia stood at -27.0%.

Export Prices by Country

The average railway sleeper export price stood at $X per cubic meter in 2021, picking up by 14% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 an increase of 97% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Malaysia ($X per cubic meter), while the average price for exports to Indonesia stood at $X per cubic meter.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Malaysia (+68.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Railway Sleeper Imports

Imports into Singapore

In 2021, railway sleeper imports into Singapore expanded remarkably to X cubic meters, rising by 14% compared with the previous year. In general, imports enjoyed significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when imports increased by 133%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, railway sleeper imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 301% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Malaysia (X cubic meters) was the main railway sleeper supplier to Singapore, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Malaysia stood at +29.2%.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Malaysia totaled +45.2%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average railway sleeper import price amounted to $X per cubic meter, growing by 5.3% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a strong increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the average import price increased by 78%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per cubic meter. From 2017 to 2021, 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 Malaysia.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Malaysia amounted to +12.3% per year.

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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, together comprising 64% 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 Singapore?

In value terms, Malaysia constituted the largest supplier of railway sleeper to Singapore.

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

In value terms, Malaysia remains the key foreign market for railway sleeper exports from Singapore.

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

In 2020, the average railway sleeper export price amounted to $279 per cubic meter, surging by 7.4% against the previous year.

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

The average railway sleeper import price stood at $614 per cubic meter in 2020, rising by 17% against the previous year.

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

Singapore

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Singapore
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
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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