In 2023, Germany led European imports of stainless steel plates and sheets cut from hot-rolled wide strips, with a 15.44% share, despite a 2.6% year-on-year decline. Conversely, the United Kingdom, Poland, and the Netherlands showed positive growth, with increases of 1.99%, 2.94%, and 2.98%, respectively. Denmark saw the most remarkable growth at 9.18%, while smaller markets like Cyprus and Malta experienced significant increases, reaching 10.71% and 49.99%, respectively. On average, over a five-year period, countries like Slovenia, Estonia, and Bulgaria showed notable growth, whereas Austria and Greece had declining trends.
Future trends to monitor include the potential for increased growth in smaller markets such as Malta and Cyprus, which have shown significant recent gains. Additionally, sustainable manufacturing practices and green initiatives across Europe may influence the demand and import dynamics for stainless steel products. Furthermore, any geopolitical or economic changes within the EU could also impact these import patterns, making it important to keep an eye on both regional policies and global trade agreements.
Top countries in Import of Plates and Sheets Produced by Cutting from Hot-Rolled Wide Strip of a Width of 600 mm or More of Stainless Steel Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 15.44 | 2023 | +2.27% | -2.6% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 10.45 | 2023 | +1.18% | +1.99% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 8.93 | 2023 | +2.97% | +2.94% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 8.89 | 2023 | +12.53% | +1.33% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 8.82 | 2023 | +0.045% | +2.98% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 8.56 | 2023 | +3.15% | +1.86% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czechia | 6.34 | 2023 | |||
| 8 | 8 Italy | 4.33 | 2023 | +3.57% | -1.96% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 4.15 | 2023 | +3.27% | +2.73% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 3.77 | 2023 | +4.78% | +4.92% | View data |
