The analysis of European weapons and ammunition exports, measured in kilograms, shows Italy leading with a significant share of 29.58%, followed by Spain at 18.83%, and France at 11.91%. Belgium experienced the greatest growth rate of 50.73% in 2023. Meanwhile, countries like the Netherlands, Latvia, and Luxembourg saw declines in exports, with variations of -38.2%, -6.49%, and -5.14%, respectively. Notably, Portugal and Austria displayed substantial year-on-year growth at 68.72% and 26.78% respectively.
Looking ahead, monitoring geopolitical shifts, regulatory changes, and technological advancements in defense manufacturing will be crucial for understanding future trends of European weapons and ammunition exports. Countries that innovate and adapt quickly to these changes are likely to improve their export shares.
Top countries in Export of Weapons and Ammunitions Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 29.58 | 2023 | +2.03% | +6.17% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 18.83 | 2023 | +0.76% | +7.2% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 11.91 | 2023 | +6.26% | +10.09% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 8.87 | 2023 | +5.57% | +50.73% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 7.74 | 2023 | +3.36% | +1.03% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 4.7 | 2023 | +0.14% | +5.44% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czechia | 3.91 | 2023 | |||
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 3.3 | 2023 | -3.05% | -0.9% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 2.59 | 2023 | +5.81% | +2.84% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 1.84 | 2023 | +2.91% | +8.18% | View data |
