The United Kingdom is the leading exporter of copper, aluminum, and nickel waste outside of the EU28, with significant growth of 0.66% in 2023. Germany, despite its high absolute contributions, saw a slight reduction of 0.12%, while Spain remarkably increased by 6.5%. Notably, Lithuania exhibited the highest growth rate at 7.54% year-on-year. Positive trends are observed in Italy, Belgium, Poland, Denmark, Bulgaria, Austria, Portugal, and Hungary. Conversely, Romania and Estonia saw the most noticeable decreases, at -28.97% and -25.72%, respectively, indicating potential areas of concern for these countries.
Future trends to watch include the continued impact of regulatory changes, environmental initiatives, and market demand on export dynamics. A strengthening commitment towards circular economy practices and enhanced recycling infrastructure across Europe may influence country-specific export strategies and create new opportunities for growth in sustainable waste export activities.
Top countries in Copper, Aluminium and Nickel Waste Extra-EU28 Exports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 1,121,200 | 2023 | +1.1% | +0.66% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 703,390 | 2023 | +0.52% | -0.12% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 454,530 | 2023 | +4.28% | +6.5% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 317,080 | 2023 | -2.84% | -4.17% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 276,970 | 2023 | +2.66% | +2.78% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 196,340 | 2023 | -0.67% | +2.55% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 185,790 | 2023 | -0.25% | -1.06% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 128,720 | 2023 | +1.78% | +1.07% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 113,900 | 2023 | +4.56% | +4.92% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 48,640 | 2023 | -0.77% | -1.27% | View data |
