In 2023, the Netherlands led European imports of unwrought nickel with significant growth of 3.47% from the previous year, followed by Germany, Italy, and France. While Germany faced a slight decline, Italy and France saw positive increments. Austria, Slovenia, Poland, Hungary, and Lithuania experienced notable import percentage increases ranging from roughly 2.58% to 5.54%. In contrast, Ireland, Luxembourg, and Greece showed substantial reductions in imports. Additionally, smaller players like Estonia and Croatia also registered growth. Overall, the European unwrought nickel import market in 2023 displayed modest expansion with a few exceptions of declining countries.
For future trends, watch for shifts driven by changes in global supply chains, sustainability demands, and technological advancements affecting nickel-dependent industries like electric vehicles. There's potential for increased imports in countries investing heavily in green technology, whereas geopolitical tensions could disrupt traditional trading patterns.
Top countries in Import of Unwrought Nickel by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 161,880,000 | 2023 | +3.43% | +3.47% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 71,351,000 | 2023 | -0.45% | -0.54% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 46,993,000 | 2023 | +0.8% | +0.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 33,136,000 | 2023 | +0.63% | +1.56% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 33,060,000 | 2023 | +4.96% | +3.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 27,243,000 | 2023 | +1.19% | +0.42% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 25,246,000 | 2023 | -1.01% | -0.25% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 24,572,000 | 2023 | +0.74% | +0.29% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 12,302,000 | 2023 | -2.67% | -3.16% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 6,202,600 | 2023 | +2.76% | +3.54% | View data |
