In 2023, the United Kingdom led European sandstone exports with a stable volume of 295.02 million kilograms. Spain and Belgium showed growth, with Spain increasing by 3.19% and Belgium by 14.86%. Italy and Ireland saw a complete drop in exports. Germany and Greece experienced declines of 5.54% and 7.9%, respectively. Notable growth was observed in Luxembourg (223.48%) and Portugal (20.15%). In contrast, Lithuania and Latvia experienced significant declines. Over five years, the average annual change (CAGR) suggests diverse dynamics: while some countries like Belgium and Portugal are expanding, others are shrinking or stabilizing.
Future trends may include increased competition from non-European countries, pressure for sustainable production practices, and demand fluctuations driven by global construction and architectural trends. Keeping an eye on these will be crucial for understanding the sector's evolution.
Top countries in Export of Sandstone by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 295,020,000 | 2023 | -13.39% | View data | |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 183,910,000 | 2023 | -0.1% | +3.19% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 179,590,000 | 2023 | -7.26% | View data | |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 60,354,000 | 2023 | +1.43% | -5.54% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 46,178,000 | 2023 | +4.51% | +14.86% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 30,837,000 | 2023 | View data | ||
| 7 | 7 Poland | 22,700,000 | 2023 | +3.92% | +4.65% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 13,411,000 | 2023 | +8.53% | +20.15% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 4,908,100 | 2023 | +2.58% | +5.47% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 119,000 | 2023 | +74.8% | +99.14% | View data |
