In 2023, Poland led the European Operation of Gravel and Sand Pits; Mining of Clays and Kaolin with a substantial share of 19.74% among enterprises by country, showing a moderate positive year-on-year growth of 1.09%. Germany and Italy followed, holding 11.45% and 9.08% respectively. Spain, with 8.39%, faced a decline of 5.39%. France experienced a significant reduction of 10.31% in enterprise share. Notably, Lithuania and Slovakia exhibited the highest year-on-year increases, at 6.27% and 6.44% respectively. Conversely, the Netherlands and Slovenia faced substantial reductions, with changes of -4.49% and -4.67%.
Future trends to watch include the expanding role of environmental regulations which may impact operations and investments. There may also be a shift towards digital transformation within the sector, influencing efficiencies and operational methodologies. Moreover, economic factors such as raw material demand and sustainability initiatives across Europe could further alter market dynamics.
Top countries in Operation of Gravel and Sand Pits; Mining of Clays and Kaolin Number of Enterprises Share by Country (Units (Enterprises))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 19.74 | 2023 | +2.55% | +1.09% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 11.45 | 2023 | -1.07% | +0.37% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 9.08 | 2023 | -3.14% | -2.27% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 8.39 | 2023 | -5.01% | -5.39% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 6.51 | 2023 | -0.38% | -0.37% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Norway | 5.08 | 2023 | 0% | +1.15% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 3.66 | 2023 | -1.97% | -1.48% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Finland | 3.57 | 2023 | -0.34% | -0.8% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 3.46 | 2023 | -16.57% | -10.31% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 3.29 | 2023 | -0.37% | -0.73% | View data |
