In 2023, the Netherlands emerged as the leader in European exports of large welded steel tubes and pipes, with an export volume of 164.28 million kg. Other significant exporters included Italy (58.655 million kg), Belgium (47.819 million kg), and Slovakia (43.044 million kg). Germany, Spain, France, and the United Kingdom experienced a complete halt in their exports, highlighting significant downturns in these markets. Notably, Greece reported an impressive 119% increase, while Ireland also saw a significant boost with a 28.2% rise year-on-year. Other countries like Estonia and Portugal showed positive growth, with Estonia's exports rising by 23.37% and Portugal by 16.99%.
Future trends to watch for in the European export market of large welded steel tubes and pipes include:
- Continued leadership from the Netherlands with potential for expanding market share.
- Possible recovery or strategic shifts in markets like Germany, Spain, France, and the United Kingdom, which saw significant drops in 2023.
- Further growth opportunities in smaller markets like Greece, Ireland, and Estonia, which have shown positive trends.
- The impact of geopolitical factors and economic policies in Europe that could affect trade flows and market dynamics.
Top countries in Export of Tubes and Pipes, Welded, of an External Diameter More than 406,4 mm of Steel by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 164,280,000 | 2023 | +8.64% | +15.17% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 58,655,000 | 2023 | +30.3% | +4.8% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 47,819,000 | 2023 | +29.25% | +13.6% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 43,044,000 | 2023 | -4.07% | -4.91% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 23,900,000 | 2023 | +2.88% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 23,659,000 | 2023 | +3.96% | +7.04% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 9,297,900 | 2023 | -8.41% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Czechia | 6,843,900 | 2023 | |||
| 9 | 9 Romania | 6,180,400 | 2023 | -0.21% | -0.57% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 5,219,000 | 2023 | -0.54% | -2.85% | View data |
