United Kingdom - Optical Fibers, Bundles and Cables - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Price for Optical Fiber, Bundle and Cable in the UK - 2023

Contents:

  1. Price for Optical Fiber, Bundle and Cable in the UK (CIF) - 2022
  2. Price for Optical Fiber, Bundle and Cable in the UK (FOB) - 2022
  3. Imports of Optical Fiber, Bundle and Cable in the UK
  4. Exports of Optical Fiber, Bundle and Cable in the UK

Price for Optical Fiber, Bundle and Cable in the UK (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average import price for optical fibers, bundles and cables amounted to $24,482 per ton, jumping by 19% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated a mild expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.2% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the average import price increased by 34%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Japan ($66,217 per ton), while the price for Austria ($4,603 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+4.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Price for Optical Fiber, Bundle and Cable in the UK (FOB) - 2022

The average export price for optical fibers, bundles and cables stood at $33,297 per ton in 2022, with an increase of 16% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average export price increased by 28%. The export price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was China ($54,260 per ton), while the average price for exports to Cyprus ($9,654 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United Arab Emirates (+6.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Optical Fiber, Bundle and Cable in the UK

For the fourth year in a row, the UK recorded growth in purchases abroad of optical fibers, bundles and cables, which increased by 34% to 28K tons in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 41%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, optical fiber, bundle and cable imports surged to $690M in 2022. In general, imports continue to indicate a significant increase. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Optical Fiber, Bundle and Cable in the UK (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Poland53.569.768.413034.4%
China34.435.261.512152.1%
India29.430.346.589.745.0%
Japan18.232.337.072.758.7%
United States40.336.329.440.80.4%
Czech Republic16.77.211.531.022.9%
Germany22.228.743.926.76.3%
Morocco8.67.98.115.521.7%
Sweden8.113.617.115.223.3%
Netherlands21.715.323.014.7-12.2%
Romania12.38.69.312.50.5%
Spain1.21.92.65.970.0%
Austria0.40.61.22.584.2%
Others65.571.773.711219.6%
Total33335943369027.5%

Top Suppliers of Optical Fiber, Bundle and Cable to the UK in 2022:

  1. Poland (6.3K tons)
  2. China (6.1K tons)
  3. India (5.1K tons)
  4. Japan (1.1K tons)
  5. Czech Republic (1.0K tons)
  6. Sweden (0.8K tons)
  7. United States (0.8K tons)
  8. Germany (0.8K tons)
  9. Romania (0.6K tons)
  10. Netherlands (0.5K tons)
  11. Morocco (0.5K tons)
  12. Austria (0.5K tons)
  13. Spain (0.5K tons)

Exports of Optical Fiber, Bundle and Cable in the UK

In 2022, shipments abroad of optical fibers, bundles and cables decreased by -1.9% to 6.7K tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, exports showed a perceptible shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 5.5%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 8K tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, optical fiber, bundle and cable exports amounted to $224M in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +7.3% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Export of Optical Fiber, Bundle and Cable in the UK (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United States34.138.137.846.210.7%
Netherlands13.911.915.929.027.8%
Germany20.718.617.420.0-1.1%
Ireland10.38.87.315.213.9%
China7.28.510.013.623.6%
Czech Republic10.911.713.211.20.9%
Norway2.04.45.18.562.0%
France9.35.57.28.1-4.5%
Canada3.54.64.55.516.3%
Spain3.54.65.53.3-1.9%
Denmark2.72.65.33.25.8%
United Arab Emirates2.52.33.12.72.6%
Cyprus1.21.81.21.32.7%
Others59.355.563.455.9-1.9%
Total1811791972247.4%

Top Export Markets for Optical Fiber, Bundle and Cable from the UK in 2022:

  1. United States (1097.5 tons)
  2. Czech Republic (903.7 tons)
  3. Netherlands (902.5 tons)
  4. Germany (394.4 tons)
  5. Ireland (369.9 tons)
  6. China (250.7 tons)
  7. France (241.4 tons)
  8. Norway (220.6 tons)
  9. Canada (168.4 tons)
  10. Spain (164.7 tons)
  11. United Arab Emirates (138.1 tons)
  12. Cyprus (137.1 tons)
  13. Denmark (126.1 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for optical fiber, bundle and cable in the UK. 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 27311100 - Optical fibre cables made up of individually sheathed fibres whether or not assembled with electric conductors or fitted with connectors
  • Prodcom 27311200 - Optical fibres and optical fibre bundles, optical fibre cables (except those made up of individually sheathed fibres)

Country coverage:

  • United Kingdom

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in the UK
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 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. 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. 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. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 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
  12. 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
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