As of 2023, Norway leads the European sand and gravel exports with 24 thousand metric tons, showing a 3.2% increase from last year. Germany and the Netherlands follow with 16.44 and 11.03 thousand metric tons, respectively. Negative growth is recorded in countries like Germany and Belgium, whereas meteoric increases are seen in Malta (281.44%) and Ireland (10.26%). Finland experienced a notable decline (-11.69%), whereas Serbia and Lithuania showed strong growth. Smaller countries like Cyprus faced sharp declines.
Future trends to watch include stabilization in major exporters like Norway and Germany, with potential growth in smaller markets and emerging exporters capitalizing on regional and environmental policies favoring local resource utilization. Innovation in sustainable mining and transportation methods could significantly impact export dynamics.
Top countries in Sand and Gravel Exports Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 24 | 2023 | +3.62% | +3.2% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 16.44 | 2023 | -1.7% | -1.57% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 11.03 | 2023 | +1.02% | +2.51% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 10.03 | 2023 | -0.18% | -5.09% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 8.22 | 2023 | -1.66% | +1.44% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 4.66 | 2023 | -4.08% | -4.38% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 2.66 | 2023 | +2.33% | +1.04% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 2.09 | 2023 | +11.59% | -1.84% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 1.96 | 2023 | +1.68% | +1.45% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 1.95 | 2023 | +1.96% | -1.04% | View data |
