In 2023, Sweden led European iron ore exports with significant volume, followed by the Netherlands. Central and Eastern European nations such as Bulgaria and Finland show smaller but notable export quantities. Countries like Spain and Belgium experienced declines, contrasting with significant growth in Denmark's exports. Many nations, including Germany, Italy, and Hungary, saw modest volume increases. The presence of negative trends in countries like Slovakia and Romania reflects variability across the continent. Small nations like Estonia, Slovenia, and Lithuania maintained negligible export levels.
Future trends to watch include Sweden's sustained dominance, potential recovery in Spain and Slovakia, and the impact of technological and regulatory changes on smaller European exporters. Environmental considerations and evolving global demand could also shape Europe's iron ore export landscape.
Top countries in Export of Iron Ore by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sweden | 25,353,000,000 | 2023 | +1.26% | +1.36% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 22,664,000,000 | 2023 | +0.86% | +0.063% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Finland | 280,590,000 | 2023 | +5.81% | +6.35% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Bulgaria | 257,770,000 | 2023 | +4.56% | +7.46% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 108,060,000 | 2023 | +1.39% | -6.37% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 57,061,000 | 2023 | +0.71% | +4.28% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czechia | 38,409,000 | 2023 | |||
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 21,775,000 | 2023 | +1.24% | +3% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 17,461,000 | 2023 | -0.041% | -1.2% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 9,787,500 | 2023 | -16.73% | -20.07% | View data |
