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Electric Rail Locomotive Market Size in Western Africa
The West African electric rail locomotive market expanded to $X in 2022, surging by 2.1% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.1% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.
Electric Rail Locomotive Production in Western Africa
In value terms, electric rail locomotive production reached $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when the production volume increased by 3.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.
Electric Rail Locomotive Exports
Exports in Western Africa
In 2022, approx. X units of electric rail locomotives were exported in Western Africa; remaining stable against the previous year's figure. In general, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when exports increased by 1,000% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X units. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, electric rail locomotive exports rose remarkably to $X in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate a abrupt downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 991%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
The biggest shipments were from Nigeria (X units), together finishing at 100% of total export.
Nigeria experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of exports of electric rail locomotives. The shares of the largest exporters remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, Nigeria ($X) also remains the largest electric rail locomotive supplier in Western Africa.
In Nigeria, electric rail locomotive exports expanded at an average annual rate of +46.9% over the period from 2012-2022.
Export Prices by Country
In 2022, the export price in Western Africa amounted to $X per unit, picking up by 6.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, saw a abrupt slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the export price increased by 44% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices reached the maximum at $X per unit in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.
As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Nigeria.
From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Nigeria amounted to +46.9% per year.
Electric Rail Locomotive Imports
Imports in Western Africa
Electric rail locomotive imports skyrocketed to X units in 2022, increasing by 100% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 556% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X units in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, electric rail locomotive imports amounted to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, faced a dramatic setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 1,379% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.
Imports by Country
Gambia represented the major importing country with an import of about X units, which accounted for 56% of total imports. Senegal (X units) ranks second in terms of the total imports with a 25% share, followed by Ghana (13%) and Nigeria (6.2%).
From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to electric rail locomotive imports into Gambia stood at -11.3%. Senegal experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. Nigeria (-16.4%) and Ghana (-21.7%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Senegal (+25 p.p.) and Gambia (+5.4 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2022, the share of Nigeria (-3.9 p.p.) and Ghana (-26.5 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.
In value terms, the largest electric rail locomotive importing markets in Western Africa were Nigeria ($X), Senegal ($X) and Gambia ($X), with a combined 36% share of total imports.
Senegal, with a CAGR of +26.5%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline in the imports figures.
Import Prices by Country
The import price in Western Africa stood at $X per unit in 2022, dropping by -46.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price faced a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 285% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X per unit in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Nigeria ($X per unit), while Gambia ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Gambia (-7.2%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the electric rail locomotive market in Western 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 30201100 - Rail locomotives powered from an external source of electricity
Country coverage:
- Benin
- Burkina Faso
- Cabo Verde
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Liberia
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Togo
- Cote d'Ivoire
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in Western Africa, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in Western Africa
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Burkina Faso
- Cabo Verde
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Liberia
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Togo
- Cote d'Ivoire
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Consumption, By Country, 2024
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, By Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, 2012–2024
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