The European limestone and gypsum export landscape in 2023 showed Spain's dominance with a 57.91% market share. Significant increases were seen in both exports from Spain (11.5% YoY) and Denmark (20.36% YoY). Austria, Belgium, France, and Slovakia experienced declines. Favorable year-on-year growth was also observed in Portugal and Malta, suggesting emerging opportunities in smaller markets.
Looking ahead, opportunities for growth lie in leveraging technological advancements and sustainability practices. Future trends to watch include changes in environmental regulations and potential shifts in market dynamics due to geopolitical factors, impacting supply chains and trade policies within the EU.”
Top countries in Export of Limestone and Gypsum Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 57.91 | 2023 | +8.18% | +11.5% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 6.79 | 2023 | +2.82% | +0.013% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 6.46 | 2023 | +8.51% | +6.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 5.28 | 2023 | -0.45% | -0.89% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 4.36 | 2023 | -0.71% | -7.05% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Cyprus | 2.95 | 2023 | +3.26% | +3.4% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 2.79 | 2023 | -0.1% | -1.23% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 2.76 | 2023 | +1.34% | -8.18% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 2.37 | 2023 | -0.98% | -4% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czechia | 1.69 | 2023 |