In 2023, Greece led in iron and steel waste imports in the EU28 with a 25.06% share. Notable increases were seen in the Netherlands by 6.25% and Bulgaria by 5.39%, while Germany experienced a slight decline of 4.63%. Countries such as Italy and Spain faced significant declines by 7.93% and 8.8%, respectively. The United Kingdom, France, and Belgium saw sharp decreases of 12.81%, 24.94%, and 34.3%, respectively, highlighting a trend towards declining imports in several countries.
Future trends to watch include Greece’s continued dominance and potential further increases in the Netherlands and Bulgaria. Economies showing declining trends, like Belgium and France, may indicate a shift in import strategies or domestic recycling improvements. Monitoring regulatory changes and economic shifts in the EU could affect these patterns.
Top countries in Iron and Steel Waste Extra-EU28 Imports Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Greece | 25.06 | 2023 | +1.95% | +4.93% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 18.48 | 2023 | -2.38% | -4.63% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 15.88 | 2023 | +1.13% | +6.25% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 8.32 | 2023 | -9.29% | -7.93% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 7.33 | 2023 | -21.38% | -8.8% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 6.05 | 2023 | -0.3% | -2.45% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 3.47 | 2023 | -0.36% | -0.74% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 2.85 | 2023 | +2.52% | +5.39% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 2.57 | 2023 | +1.57% | +1.06% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 1.9 | 2023 | -4.69% | -10.45% | View data |
