France leads European imports of Marble, Granite, Sandstone, Porphyry, and Basalt with a volume of 2.13 million metric tons in 2024, reflecting a 4.82% increase from 2023. Germany follows with 1.77 million metric tons, experiencing a slight decline of -1.63%. Denmark and the Netherlands show significant growth rates of 2.84% and 19.04%, respectively. Italy, with a volume of 1.21 million metric tons, also shows an increase of 6.21%. Spain, with a modest rise of 0.13%, imports 0.64802 million metric tons.
Countries like Malta and Lithuania exhibit substantial growth, with Malta skyrocketing by 72.88% and Lithuania increasing by 15.07% year-on-year. Poland’s imports grow significantly at 7.03%, while Romania increases by 8.78%. Conversely, Switzerland and Belgium see declines of -2.81% and -4.46%, respectively.
Import variations over the last year indicate dynamic market changes, favoring some smaller economies. Future trends to watch include increasing demand in Eastern European countries, suggesting a potential market shift. Continued volatility in Western Europe, paired with economic conditions, could also influence future demand patterns and import volumes.
Top countries in Marble, Granite, Sandstone, Porphyry and Basalt Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 2,130 | 2023 | +1.61% | +4.82% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 1,770 | 2023 | -1.35% | -1.63% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Denmark | 1,320 | 2023 | +3.9% | +2.84% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 1,220 | 2023 | -1.84% | +19.04% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 1,210 | 2023 | -1.1% | +6.21% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 648.02 | 2023 | +4.75% | +0.13% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Switzerland | 496.86 | 2023 | +0.35% | -2.81% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 491.35 | 2023 | +0.048% | +7.03% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 468.78 | 2023 | +5.8% | -4.46% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 346.95 | 2023 | +1.41% | +1.17% | View data |
