The European lime and plaster market is dominated by Germany, contributing significantly to the total production, despite a slight decline of 0.82% in 2023. Italy showed remarkable growth of 8.7% over the past year, while France saw a notable decrease of 6.78%. Finland's production spiked by 29.78%, and Estonia also experienced significant growth at 37.56%. In contrast, countries like Sweden and Hungary experienced large declines of 14.12% and 34.01% respectively.
Looking ahead, key trends to watch include the continued growth potential in emerging markets like Finland and Estonia. Conversely, the contraction in some established markets may indicate shifting industry dynamics or competitive pressures. Tracking technological advancements in production and emerging environmental policies could also impact future outputs across Europe.
Top countries in Sold Production of Lime and Plaster Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 35.7 | 2023 | -0.17% | -0.82% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 12.33 | 2023 | +2.87% | +1.86% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 11.03 | 2023 | +6.56% | +8.7% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 8.94 | 2023 | +0.77% | -6.78% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 4.53 | 2023 | -1.73% | -4.39% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 4.34 | 2023 | -1.05% | -0.052% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 3.63 | 2023 | +19.72% | -4.72% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czechia | 3.59 | 2023 | |||
| 9 | 9 Romania | 2.73 | 2023 | +1.13% | +0.57% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 2.49 | 2023 | -1.19% | -1.46% | View data |
