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South Africa: Escalator Market 2025

Escalator Market Size in South Africa

The South African escalator market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2022, after seven years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a noticeable contraction. Escalator consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Escalator Production in South Africa

In value terms, escalator production contracted modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the production volume increased by 48% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Escalator Exports

Exports from South Africa

After three years of growth, overseas shipments of escalators and moving WalkWays decreased by -91.4% to X units in 2022. In general, exports, however, saw a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 1,583% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X units, and then declined remarkably in the following year.

In value terms, escalator exports reached $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a prominent expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by 485% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Swaziland (X units) was the main destination for escalator exports from South Africa, accounting for a 81% share of total exports. Moreover, escalator exports to Swaziland exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the UK (X units), sevenfold. Botswana (X units) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 3.8% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Swaziland totaled +40.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the UK (0.0% per year) and Botswana (0.0% per year).

In value terms, Swaziland ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for escalators and moving WalkWays exports from South Africa, comprising 97% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Botswana ($X), with a 1.3% share of total exports. It was followed by the UK, with a 1.1% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Swaziland totaled +14.7%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Botswana (-22.6% per year) and the UK (0.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average escalator export price stood at $X per unit in 2022, with an increase of 1,126% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a drastic downturn. The export price peaked at $X per unit in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Swaziland ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to the UK ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Malawi (+32.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Escalator Imports

Imports into South Africa

Escalator imports into South Africa soared to X units in 2022, growing by 532% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports saw strong growth. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, escalator imports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, saw a perceptible decrease. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Spain (X units) and China (X units) were the main suppliers of escalator imports to South Africa.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Spain (with a CAGR of +29.0%).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of escalators and moving WalkWays to South Africa, comprising 93% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Spain ($X), with a 7.1% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from China stood at -1.5%.

Import Prices by Country

The average escalator import price stood at $X per unit in 2022, falling by -64.2% against the previous year. In general, the import price faced a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 82%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per unit. From 2016 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per unit), while the price for Spain totaled $X per unit.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (-18.3%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for escalators and moving walkways in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, China and the United States, together accounting for 60% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of escalators and moving walkways in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, China and the United States, together accounting for 66% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of escalators and moving walkways to South Africa?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of escalator to South Africa, comprising 63% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Thailand, with a 30% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany, with a 3.7% share.

What are the leading importers of escalators and moving walkways from South Africa?

In value terms, the largest markets for escalator exported from South Africa were Malawi, Botswana and Angola, together accounting for 15% of total exports.

What is the average export price for escalators and moving walkways in South Africa?

The average escalator export price stood at $47,828 per unit in 2021, reducing by -18.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for escalators and moving walkways in South Africa?

In 2021, the average escalator import price amounted to $45,476 per unit, picking up by 8.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the escalator market in South Africa. 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 28221670 - Escalators and moving walkways

Country coverage:

South Africa

Data coverage:

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