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Benelux: Railway Sleeper Market 2024

Railway Sleeper Market Size in Benelux

For the seventh year in a row, the Benelux railway sleeper market recorded decline in sales value, which decreased by X% to $X in 2023. Overall, consumption recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2023, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Railway Sleeper Production in Benelux

In value terms, railway sleeper production reduced rapidly to less than $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production saw a slight decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2023, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Railway Sleeper Exports

Exports in Benelux

Railway sleeper exports reduced remarkably to X cubic meters in 2016, waning by X% against 2015 figures. Over the period under review, exports saw a pronounced slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X cubic meters, and then dropped markedly in the following year.

In value terms, railway sleeper exports expanded notably to $X in 2016. Overall, exports showed a slight setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by X%. The level of export peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2016, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The shipments of the two major exporters of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood, namely Belgium and the Netherlands, represented more than two-thirds of total export.

From 2012 to 2016, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by the Netherlands (with a CAGR of X%).

In value terms, Belgium ($X) remains the largest railway sleeper supplier in Benelux, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the Netherlands ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

In Belgium, railway sleeper exports expanded at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2016.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Benelux stood at $X per cubic meter in 2016, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The level of export peaked at $X per cubic meter in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2016, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per cubic meter), while the Netherlands totaled $X per cubic meter.

From 2012 to 2016, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (X%).

Railway Sleeper Imports

Imports in Benelux

In 2016, approx. X cubic meters of railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood were imported in Benelux; rising by X% on the previous year. Over the period under review, imports recorded a strong expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X cubic meters. From 2015 to 2016, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, railway sleeper imports surged to $X in 2016. Overall, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2016, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands represented the key importing country with an import of about X cubic meters, which finished at X% of total imports. Luxembourg (X cubic meters) ranks second in terms of the total imports with a X% share, followed by Belgium (X%).

The Netherlands was also the fastest-growing in terms of the railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood imports, with a CAGR of X% from 2012 to 2016. Luxembourg (X%) and Belgium (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2016, the share of the Netherlands increased by X percentage points.

In value terms, the largest railway sleeper importing markets in Benelux were the Netherlands ($X), Luxembourg ($X) and Belgium ($X), with a combined X% share of total imports.

The Netherlands, with a CAGR of X%, saw 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 Benelux stood at $X per cubic meter in 2016, falling by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a abrupt decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the import price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per cubic meter. From 2014 to 2016, the import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2016, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Luxembourg ($X per cubic meter), while the Netherlands ($X per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2016, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Luxembourg (X%), 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 railway sleeper market in Benelux. 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

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Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Benelux, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Benelux
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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. 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
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Belgium
- Luxembourg
- Netherlands
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, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023