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Latin America and the Caribbean: Electric Locomotive Market 2024

Electric Locomotive Market Size in Latin America and the Caribbean

The Latin American electric locomotive market surged to $X in 2022, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Overall, consumption continues to indicate significant growth. As a result, consumption attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Electric Locomotive Production in Latin America and the Caribbean

In value terms, electric locomotive production reduced rapidly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production showed a buoyant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Electric Locomotive Exports

Exports in Latin America and the Caribbean

In 2022, shipments abroad of electric locomotives decreased by X% to X units, falling for the third consecutive year after four years of decline. Over the period under review, exports showed a dramatic decline. The smallest decline of X% was in 2016. The volume of export peaked at X units in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, electric locomotive exports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, exports saw significant growth. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

In 2022, Brazil (X units) represented the major exporter of electric locomotives in Latin America and the Caribbean, generating X% of total export.

Brazil was also the fastest-growing in terms of the electric locomotives exports, with a CAGR of X% from 2013 to 2022. The shares of the largest exporters remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) also remains the largest electric locomotive supplier in Latin America and the Caribbean.

In Brazil, electric locomotive exports expanded at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2013-2022.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Latin America and the Caribbean stood at $X,478 per unit in 2022, jumping by X,134% against the previous year. In general, the export price posted a significant expansion. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Brazil.

From 2013 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Brazil amounted to X% per year.

Electric Locomotive Imports

Imports in Latin America and the Caribbean

Electric locomotive imports skyrocketed to X units in 2022, jumping by X% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, imports, however, saw a pronounced contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of X%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X units. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, electric locomotive imports surged to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, faced a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Brazil prevails in imports structure, finishing at X units, which was near X% of total imports in 2022. Chile (X units) held a minor share of total imports.

Brazil was also the fastest-growing in terms of the electric locomotives imports, with a CAGR of X% from 2012 to 2022. Chile (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. Brazil (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while Chile saw its share reduced by X% from 2012 to 2022, respectively.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported electric locomotives in Latin America and the Caribbean, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Chile ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in Brazil amounted to X%.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Latin America and the Caribbean stood at $X per unit in 2022, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a deep reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, import prices reached the peak figure at $X per unit in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, import prices remained at a 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 Chile ($X per unit), while Brazil totaled $X per unit.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Chile (X%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

Brazil remains the largest electric locomotive consuming country in Latin America and the Caribbean, comprising approx. 91% of total volume. Moreover, electric locomotive consumption in Brazil exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Argentina, more than tenfold.
Brazil constituted the country with the largest volume of electric locomotive production, comprising approx. 91% of total volume. Moreover, electric locomotive production in Brazil exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Argentina, more than tenfold.
In value terms, Brazil remains the largest electric locomotive supplier in Latin America and the Caribbean.
In value terms, Brazil constitutes the largest market for imported electric locomotives in Latin America and the Caribbean, comprising 61% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Chile, with a 5.2% share of total imports.
The export price in Latin America and the Caribbean stood at $3,136,478 per unit in 2022, rising by 2,306,134% against the previous year.
The import price in Latin America and the Caribbean stood at $1,214 per unit in 2022, shrinking by -61.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the electric locomotive market in Latin America and the Caribbean. 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
  • Prodcom 30201300 - Other rail locomotives, locomotive tenders

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Production in Latin America and the Caribbean, split by region and country
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Latin America and the Caribbean
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. 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
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
  8. 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. 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. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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    • Anguilla
    • Antigua and Barbuda
    • Argentina
    • Aruba
    • Bahamas
    • Barbados
    • Belize
    • Bolivia
    • Brazil
    • British Virgin Islands
    • Cayman Islands
    • Chile
    • Colombia
    • Costa Rica
    • Cuba
    • Curacao
    • Dominica
    • Dominican Republic
    • Ecuador
    • El Salvador
    • Falkland Islands (Malvinas)
    • French Guiana
    • Grenada
    • Guadeloupe
    • Guatemala
    • Guyana
    • Haiti
    • Honduras
    • Jamaica
    • Martinique
    • Mexico
    • Montserrat
    • Nicaragua
    • Panama
    • Paraguay
    • Peru
    • Saint Kitts and Nevis
    • Saint Lucia
    • Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
    • Saint Maarten (Dutch part)
    • Suriname
    • Trinidad and Tobago
    • Turks and Caicos Islands
    • United States Virgin Islands
    • Uruguay
    • Venezuela
    • Puerto Rico
  12. 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
  13. 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

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