In 2023, Germany led the European import of cold-formed sections from flat products of stainless steel, with a significant volume compared to other countries. The Netherlands, Poland, and Ireland also showed a strong import market. While Germany experienced a substantial year-on-year increase of over 20%, Poland saw a notable decline of 9%. Denmark's and Bulgaria's imports grew by roughly 16%, while Greece had an impressive spike of nearly 48%. However, some countries such as Latvia, Hungary, and Sweden exhibited significant decreases. Over the past five years, Germany and Greece have consistently shown positive average annual growth.
Looking forward, Europe's import activity in this sector is expected to be driven by Germany and the Netherlands, given their strong market positions. Potential growth points may include countries experiencing recent spikes like Greece. However, trends of decreases in several Eastern European countries may indicate long-term market adjustments or shifts in supply chains. The continuation of significant year-on-year growth in countries like Germany will be crucial for the European market as a whole.
Top countries in Import of Cold-Formed Sections, Obtained from Flat Products, of Stainless Steel by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 3,922,600 | 2023 | +0.76% | +20.51% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 1,273,200 | 2023 | +23.99% | +9.61% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 1,269,300 | 2023 | +2.51% | -9.01% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ireland | 1,268,100 | 2023 | +6.28% | +1.24% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 1,260,800 | 2023 | +4.46% | +1.93% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 872,580 | 2023 | +5.66% | +3.58% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 581,300 | 2023 | +8.1% | -2.84% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 530,580 | 2023 | +9.3% | -0.45% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 498,290 | 2023 | -1.57% | -6.32% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czechia | 487,710 | 2023 |
