The European import of weapons and ammunitions in 2023 showed significant variability across countries. Belgium led with the highest volume at 18.685 million kilograms, experiencing a substantial growth of 52.28% year-on-year. Italy and France also maintained strong positions with imports of 13.438 and 12.543 million kilograms, respectively. Countries like Denmark and Slovakia saw considerable increases of 8.63% and 9.55%, while the United Kingdom showed a slight decline of 1.57%. Conversely, Luxembourg and Malta experienced notable declines of 7.09% and 1.17% respectively. Over the last five years, these countries displayed diverse CAGR trends, reflecting both growth and contraction in the arms import sector.
Future trends to watch for in the European import of weapons and ammunitions include:
- Increased defense spending by countries perceiving heightened geopolitical threats, potentially leading to higher import volumes.
- Regulatory changes within the European Union impacting import processes and supply chains.
- Technological advancements influencing the types and volumes of imported arms and ammunitions.
- Economic conditions and budget allocations affecting defense procurement strategies in various countries.
Top countries in Import of Weapons and Ammunitions by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 18,685,000 | 2023 | +7.01% | +52.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 13,438,000 | 2023 | +3.26% | +5.88% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 12,543,000 | 2023 | +4.52% | +2.29% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 11,214,000 | 2023 | +8.25% | +0.015% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 10,613,000 | 2023 | -2.64% | -1.57% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 9,815,400 | 2023 | +6.67% | +2.49% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 3,845,900 | 2023 | +3.15% | +8.63% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 3,324,900 | 2023 | +5.89% | +4.69% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 3,272,100 | 2023 | +4.41% | +9.55% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 2,935,700 | 2023 | +3.13% | +1.23% | View data |
