Luxembourg leads in European iron exports per capita but experienced a significant 6.03% decline in 2023. Sweden follows, showing growth of 0.82%. Other notable countries include Belgium and Austria with varying minor declines and gains. Lithuania showed the most substantial growth at 8.97%, while small declines were observed in larger markets like Germany and France. Notably, Croatia experienced a remarkable growth of 11.03%. The UK and Cyprus saw more considerable drops at 2.61% and 9.68% respectively. Over the last five years, several Eastern European countries show steady growth, contrasting declines in historically strong Western economies.
In 2024 and beyond, Eastern European countries may continue to expand their market presence. Watch for shifts in global supply chains, possibly benefiting countries with emerging growth, like Lithuania and Croatia. Sustainable practices and technological advancements in iron processing could further influence export trends.
Top countries in Iron Exports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons Per Capita | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Luxembourg | 3.07 | 2023 | -3.4% | -6.03% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 2.99 | 2023 | +0.44% | +0.82% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 1.2 | 2023 | +5.45% | -4.58% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 1.07 | 2023 | +3.69% | -0.32% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 1.04 | 2023 | +0.48% | -0.25% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 0.98 | 2023 | +5.83% | +1.99% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 0.98 | 2023 | +0.31% | +0.14% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 0.72 | 2023 | +0.84% | +0.25% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 0.7 | 2023 | +9.22% | +8.97% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 0.69 | 2023 | -0.15% | -0.37% | View data |
