The Netherlands leads the European import market for building blocks and bricks of cement, concrete, or artificial stone, with significant growth in 2023. Belgium and Denmark follow, showing moderate growth.
Lithuania and Ireland experienced noticeable increases, while the United Kingdom and Slovakia saw declines. France and Germany showed strong performance, aligning with positive trends in Poland and Hungary. Conversely, Bulgaria, Cyprus, and Estonia posted negative growth rates.
Key future trends to watch include:
- Potential increased demand in Eastern Europe, potentially driving more imports.
- Impact of green construction initiatives on material composition and demand changes.
- Market adaptations due to logistical challenges and evolving trade agreements within Europe.
Top countries in Import of Building Blocks and Bricks of Cement, Concrete or Artificial Stone by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 878,270,000 | 2023 | +1.46% | +8.02% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 536,170,000 | 2023 | +1.9% | +0.96% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Lithuania | 254,760,000 | 2023 | +4.35% | +11.53% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 254,500,000 | 2023 | +4.23% | +2.37% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 220,020,000 | 2023 | +3.94% | -0.78% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Luxembourg | 157,730,000 | 2023 | +2.23% | +4.84% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 157,090,000 | 2023 | +2.07% | +9.42% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Latvia | 150,600,000 | 2023 | +2.98% | +3.98% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 124,160,000 | 2023 | +5.81% | +11.34% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 124,140,000 | 2023 | -1.17% | -3.35% | View data |
