In 2023, Ireland led European imports of iron or steel bridges and bridge-sections with a significant value of 740.98 million kilograms, followed by Romania. France and Germany showed moderate import volumes, while the United Kingdom and Greece experienced substantial declines. The year-on-year variations highlight notable increases in Ireland (127.83%) and Hungary (28.63%), while the UK and Greece saw declines of -46.12% and -56.88%, respectively. The compounded average growth rate over the last five years shows fluctuating trends, with Ireland showing substantial growth and declines in others like the UK and Greece.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in bridge construction materials which may influence sourcing, potential geopolitical impacts on trade routes, and economic recovery impacts post-COVID-19. Increasing environmental regulations could also affect material preferences and sourcing strategies across Europe.
Top countries in Import of Iron or Steel Bridges and Bridge-Sections by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ireland | 740,980,000 | 2023 | +15.75% | +127.83% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 19,268,000 | 2023 | +6.89% | +14.48% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 9,339,200 | 2023 | +0.77% | -6.34% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 5,375,200 | 2023 | +6.09% | +28.63% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 5,171,800 | 2023 | -1.46% | +5.64% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 5,013,600 | 2023 | +19.84% | +11.04% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 4,467,200 | 2021 | -65.86% | -2.97% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 3,733,700 | 2023 | +5.55% | +54.92% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 2,721,400 | 2023 | +3.05% | +20.2% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 2,590,900 | 2023 | +4.97% | +3.06% | View data |
