Australia - Cement - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Australia - Cement - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Cement Price in Australia - 2023

Contents:

  1. Cement Price in Australia (CIF) - 2022
  2. Cement Price in Australia (FOB) - 2022
  3. Cement Imports in Australia
  4. Cement Exports in Australia

Cement Price in Australia (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average cement import price amounted to $122 per ton, surging by 19% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +4.1%. 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 China ($522 per ton), while the price for Japan ($38 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+19.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Cement Price in Australia (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average cement export price amounted to $294 per ton, with an increase of 1.5% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a mild contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the average export price increased by 47% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $463 per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Fiji ($563 per ton), while the average price for exports to Vanuatu ($181 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 Fiji (+4.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Cement Imports in Australia

In 2022, the amount of cement imported into Australia fell modestly to 743K tons, which is down by -4.4% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a drastic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 4.7%.

In value terms, cement imports expanded sharply to $90M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% over the period from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Cement in Australia (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Malaysia11.010.811.723.128.1%
Thailand15.720.819.420.18.6%
Vietnam8.57.78.815.421.9%
Greece3.02.33.45.421.6%
Japan6.90.51.45.3-8.4%
China12.315.410.24.5-28.5%
Indonesia14.74.87.72.9-41.8%
Singapore3.51.42.92.6-9.4%
Others11.510.614.411.4-0.3%
Total87.174.479.990.51.3%

Top Suppliers of Cement to Australia in 2022:

  1. Thailand (252.9K tons)
  2. Malaysia (235.7K tons)
  3. Vietnam (162.7K tons)
  4. Japan (138.9K tons)
  5. Indonesia (33.2K tons)
  6. Greece (19.1K tons)
  7. Singapore (14.0K tons)
  8. China (8.6K tons)

Cement Exports in Australia

In 2022, exports of cement from Australia surged to 11K tons, rising by 35% compared with 2021 figures. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a slight slump.

In value terms, cement exports skyrocketed to $3.1M in 2022. Overall, total exports indicated moderate growth from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.3% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +99.4% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 45%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Export of Cement in Australia (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Papua New Guinea1,3888037962,39319.9%
Vanuatu41.923.526020369.2%
New Zealand465245159193-25.4%
Nauru34.678.118146.510.4%
Others915422890299-31.1%
Total2,8451,5722,2853,1353.3%

Top Export Markets for Cement from Australia in 2022:

  1. Papua New Guinea (8.5K tons)
  2. Vanuatu (1.1K tons)
  3. New Zealand (0.6K tons)
  4. Nauru (0.2K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cement market in Australia. 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 23511210 - Portland cement
  • Prodcom 23511290 - Other hydraulic cements

Country coverage:

    Data coverage:

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

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    1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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    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
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      1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
      2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
      3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
      4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
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    5. 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
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      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
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      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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