Germany holds the largest share in the European bauxite trade balance at 24.41 thousand metric tons in 2023, growing by 1.96% year-on-year. Spain and Ireland follow, with respective shares of 17.89 and 14.08 thousand metric tons, showing moderate growth. Luxembourg and Malta experienced significant growth at 18.91% and 18.21%, respectively. In contrast, Romania, Latvia, and Greece reported negative balances or zero growth. Over a 5-year CAGR, Germany, Ireland, and the United Kingdom stand out as growth leaders, with notable declines in France and Italy.
Future trends to monitor include:
- The impact of environmental regulations on bauxite production and trade.
- The potential shifts in trade relations which could affect import and export flows.
- The role of technological advancements in processing and recycling bauxite and its derivatives.
- The influence of political and economic factors on the stability of supply chains and trade agreements.
Top countries in Bauxite Trade Balance Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 24.41 | 2023 | +1.45% | +1.96% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 17.89 | 2023 | +1.04% | +0.93% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ireland | 14.08 | 2023 | +1.72% | +1.77% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 7.88 | 2023 | -0.066% | -2.23% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Norway | 5.81 | 2023 | +0.56% | +1.48% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 5.76 | 2023 | +0.72% | -1.78% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 3.61 | 2023 | +2.59% | -1.87% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Iceland | 3.58 | 2023 | +4.7% | -1.38% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 2.63 | 2023 | +7.66% | -0.32% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 1.99 | 2023 | -1.03% | +9.93% | View data |
