In 2023, Germany dominated the European refractory bricks and similar goods market with a 59.79% share, despite experiencing a slight production decrease of 1.42%. Other notable countries included Spain at 13.06% and France at 7.4%. Year-on-year, Slovakia saw a production increase of 1.31%, while the United Kingdom faced a steep decline of 29.29%. Over the past five years, trends indicate that Germany and Spain remain central players, with varying degrees of stability across smaller markets.
Key future trends to watch include potential shifts in production efficiency and technological advancements which could balance the production volumes across other European countries. Additionally, sustainability concerns and the evolving geopolitical landscape may influence production shares, with nations potentially increasing investment in green technologies to gain a competitive edge.
Top countries in Sold Production of Refractory Bricks, Blocks, Tiles and Similar Refractory Ceramic Constructional Goods Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 59.79 | 2023 | +2.1% | -1.42% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 13.06 | 2023 | -1.57% | -2.17% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 7.4 | 2023 | -0.55% | -1.18% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 5.83 | 2023 | -6.54% | -4.57% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovakia | 4.65 | 2023 | +3.95% | +1.31% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 1.88 | 2023 | -6.55% | -4.09% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 1.25 | 2023 | +2.03% | -1.15% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 0.53 | 2023 | -36.17% | -29.29% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 0.5 | 2023 | -15.66% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 0.38 | 2023 | +7.05% | -2.51% | View data |
