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Slovakia: Railway Sleeper Market 2024

Railway Sleeper Market Size in Slovakia

The Slovak railway sleeper market was estimated at less than $X in 2021, approximately equating the previous year. In general, consumption, however, showed a prominent increase. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Railway Sleeper Production in Slovakia

In value terms, railway sleeper production reduced modestly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production showed a deep setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 27% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Railway Sleeper Exports

Exports from Slovakia

In 2019, exports of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood from Slovakia stood at X cubic meters, almost unchanged from the previous year. Overall, exports enjoyed a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 1,024% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2019 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

In value terms, railway sleeper exports rose markedly to $X in 2019. In general, exports saw a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 1,835%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure in 2019 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

The Czech Republic (X cubic meters) was the main destination for railway sleeper exports from Slovakia, with a 84% share of total exports. Moreover, railway sleeper exports to the Czech Republic exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Hungary (X cubic meters), fivefold.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the Czech Republic stood at +35.5%.

In value terms, the Czech Republic ($X) remains the key foreign market for railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood exports from Slovakia, comprising 97% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Hungary ($X), with a 3.2% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value to the Czech Republic stood at +60.3%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2019, the average railway sleeper export price amounted to $X per cubic meter, rising by 9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the average export price increased by 127% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2019 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

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

From 2012 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Czech Republic (+18.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Railway Sleeper Imports

Imports into Slovakia

For the third year in a row, Slovakia recorded decline in purchases abroad of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood, which decreased by -11.6% to X cubic meters in 2019. Overall, imports, however, showed a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 768% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X cubic meters. From 2017 to 2019, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, railway sleeper imports shrank modestly to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, imports, however, enjoyed significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 160% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2019, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2019, Germany (X cubic meters) was the main railway sleeper supplier to Slovakia, accounting for a 97% share of total imports. It was followed by Poland (X cubic meters), with a 2% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of volume from Germany totaled +64.1%.

In value terms, Germany ($X) constituted the largest supplier of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood to Slovakia, comprising 79% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Poland ($X), with a 9.7% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value from Germany totaled +57.5%.

Import Prices by Country

The average railway sleeper import price stood at $X per cubic meter in 2019, growing by 11% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a pronounced contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 93% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per cubic meter in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2019, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Croatia (+552.6%), 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, together comprising 68% of global production.

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

In value terms, Germany constituted the largest supplier of railway sleeper to Slovakia, comprising 79% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Poland, with a 9.6% share of total imports.

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

In value terms, the Czech Republic remains the key foreign market for railway sleeper exports from Slovakia, comprising 96% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Hungary, with a 4.1% share of total exports.

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

The average railway sleeper export price stood at $317 per cubic meter in 2019, rising by 3.1% against the previous year.

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

The average railway sleeper import price stood at $506 per cubic meter in 2019, surging by 11% against the previous year.

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

Slovakia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Slovakia
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 2012–2023
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