In 2023, Germany led European exports of refractory cements, mortars, concretes, and similar compositions, holding a 24.14% share by weight, despite a 5.25% decline from the previous year. Austria and Italy followed with 18.17% and 16.4% shares, with Austria seeing a slight decrease and Italy experiencing the largest increase in this cohort at 9.81%. Refractory exports from France and Belgium saw significant reductions. Over the past five years, exports have seen varied trends with countries like Italy and Denmark showing growth, while Belgium and Romania experienced steep declines, reflecting shifts in production capacity and competitiveness.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential growth in exports from countries investing in sustainable production technologies.
- Possible market volatility due to geopolitical tensions affecting supply chains.
- The role of emerging markets in Eastern Europe influencing overall European export dynamics.
Top countries in Export of Refractory Cements, Mortars, Concretes and Similar Compositions Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 24.14 | 2023 | -19.12% | -5.25% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Austria | 18.17 | 2023 | -1.62% | -1.04% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 16.4 | 2023 | +15.19% | +9.81% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 9.18 | 2023 | -0.73% | -5.8% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 4.69 | 2023 | +0.43% | +8.59% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 4.59 | 2023 | +3.79% | +0.5% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 3.66 | 2023 | +2.96% | +1.8% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 3.49 | 2023 | +2.19% | -0.46% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 3.2 | 2023 | +4.92% | +8.15% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 3.16 | 2023 | +1.05% | -2.35% | View data |
