In 2023, Germany led European imports of unwrought aluminium alloys, accounting for 19.86% of the total. The Netherlands and Italy followed with 19.68% and 9.42%, respectively. Notable growth was observed in Spain (6.94%), Sweden (14.43%), and Denmark (30.3%). Conversely, Germany’s and Luxembourg’s shares decreased by 3.01% and 3.53%, respectively. Smaller importers such as Ireland and Estonia saw significant increases of 18.71% and 6.51%, while Latvia and Lithuania experienced substantial declines of 25.65% and 43.4%.
Future trends to monitor include:
- The impact of environmental and regulatory changes on aluminium production and imports.
- Potential shifts in demand from Germany and the Netherlands as industries adapt to evolving material needs.
- Growth opportunities in emerging markets like Spain, which are experiencing rapid increases in import shares.
- The role of technological advancements in aluminium recycling and their influence on import needs across Europe.
Top countries in Import of Unwrought Aluminium Alloys Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 19.86 | 2023 | -2.07% | -3.01% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 19.68 | 2023 | +1.17% | -0.68% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 9.42 | 2023 | +6.53% | +1.22% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 7.61 | 2023 | +12.31% | +6.94% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 7.54 | 2023 | +2.61% | +1.97% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 5.68 | 2023 | +4.12% | +0.69% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 4.23 | 2023 | +7.8% | +14.43% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 4.14 | 2023 | +5.82% | +1.23% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czechia | 3.3 | 2023 | |||
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 3.23 | 2023 | +10.8% | +3.89% | View data |
