Key Market Indicators
Exports of Irish sandstone are expected to reach €4.1 million by 2026, growing by an average of 1.9% year-on-year from 2021's €3.6 million. Since 2000, Irish supply has increased by 4.6% annually. Poland, Belgium, and Spain are the second, third, and fourth biggest exporters in this ranking. Meanwhile, Irish sandstone imports are forecast to reach €2.7 million by 2026, increasing at an average rate of 1.7% year-on-year from 2021's €2.4 million. Since 2000, Irish demand has decreased by 3.3% year-on-year. In 2021, Ireland was number seven in this ranking, with Italy coming in first at €2.4 million. Belgium, the Netherlands, and Romania followed in the second, third, and fourth positions, respectively.
