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United Arab Emirates: Railway Sleeper Market 2024

Railway Sleeper Market Size in the United Arab Emirates

The railway sleeper market in the United Arab Emirates was estimated at less than $X in 2022, approximately equating the previous year. In general, consumption saw a pronounced shrinkage. Railway sleeper consumption peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Railway Sleeper Production in the United Arab Emirates

In value terms, railway sleeper production stood at less than $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production continues to indicate a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Railway Sleeper Exports

Exports from the United Arab Emirates

In 2017, the amount of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood exported from the United Arab Emirates contracted markedly to X cubic meters, falling by X% compared with 2016. Overall, exports saw a precipitous decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X cubic meters. From 2016 to 2017, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, railway sleeper exports fell notably to $X in 2017. Over the period under review, exports recorded a sharp slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of X%. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2017, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Comoros (X cubic meters) and Democratic Republic of the Congo (X cubic meters) were the main destinations of railway sleeper exports from the United Arab Emirates.

From 2012 to 2017, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Democratic Republic of the Congo (with a CAGR of X%).

From 2012 to 2017, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Democratic Republic of the Congo was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2017, the average railway sleeper export price amounted to $X per cubic meter, which is down by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the average export price increased by X%. The export price peaked at $X per cubic meter in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2017, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2017, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X per cubic meter), while the average price for exports to Comoros amounted to $X per cubic meter.

From 2012 to 2017, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Tanzania (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Railway Sleeper Imports

Imports into the United Arab Emirates

In 2017, supplies from abroad of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood decreased by X% to X cubic meters for the first time since 2014, thus ending a two-year rising trend. In general, imports continue to indicate a dramatic decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked at X cubic meters in 2016, and then fell significantly in the following year.

In value terms, railway sleeper imports reduced markedly to $X in 2017. Overall, imports faced a sharp downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2016, and then reduced rapidly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2017, New Zealand (X cubic meters) was the main railway sleeper supplier to the United Arab Emirates, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, railway sleeper imports from New Zealand exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Brazil (X cubic meters), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2017, the average annual growth rate of volume from New Zealand was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Brazil (X% per year) and China (X% per year).

In value terms, New Zealand ($X) constituted the largest supplier of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood to the United Arab Emirates, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Brazil ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2017, the average annual growth rate of value from New Zealand was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Brazil (X% per year) and China (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average railway sleeper import price stood at $X per cubic meter in 2017, rising by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a resilient expansion. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was New Zealand ($X per cubic meter), while the price for Brazil ($X per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2017, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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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 consumption in 2023 were Chile, Belarus and Canada, together accounting for 55% of global consumption. China, the United States, Italy, Indonesia, Russia, Tanzania and Brazil lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 22%.

What are the largest producers of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were Chile, Belarus and Canada, with a combined 53% share of global production.

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

In value terms, New Zealand constituted the largest supplier of railway or tramway sleepers cross-ties) of wood to the United Arab Emirates, comprising 98% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Brazil $338), with a 1.4% share of total imports.

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

The average railway sleeper export price stood at $276 per cubic meter in 2017, with a decrease of -41.1% against the previous year.

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

In 2017, the average railway sleeper import price amounted to $712 per cubic meter, increasing by 110% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the railway sleeper market in the United Arab Emirates. 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:

United Arab Emirates

Data coverage:

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