The European export of nickel powders and flakes shows varied trends across countries based on 2023 data. Finland leads with 10.79 million kilograms, a striking year-on-year increase of 24.43%, driven by robust industrial demand. The United Kingdom follows, despite a 5.7% decline, reflecting possible shifts in its export markets. Germany and the Netherlands continue steady growth at 3.42% and 2.6%, respectively. Meanwhile, Belgium and France show minor declines, possibly due to competitive pressures. Notably, Spain exhibited a remarkable 24.9% increase, while Portugal also saw a significant rise of 15.45%, suggesting growing market expansion in these regions.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential shifts in demand from traditional industrial applications to emerging technologies, driven by green energy initiatives.
- The impact of geopolitical tensions and environmental regulations on mining and export activities in key exporter countries like Finland and the United Kingdom.
- Continued fluctuation in export volumes, influenced by global nickel price volatility and the competitive landscape of European producers.
- Pioneering advancements in nickel-recycling technologies potentially affecting new supply and export figures.
Top countries in Export of Nickel Powders and Flakes by Country
# | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
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1 | 1 Finland | 10,790,000 | 2023 | +33.25% | +24.43% | View data |
2 | 2 United Kingdom | 7,786,900 | 2023 | -0.0075% | -5.7% | View data |
3 | 3 Germany | 2,748,100 | 2023 | +11.02% | +3.42% | View data |
4 | 4 Netherlands | 2,005,100 | 2023 | +11.37% | +2.6% | View data |
5 | 5 Belgium | 994,060 | 2023 | +1.46% | -2.72% | View data |
6 | 6 France | 519,510 | 2023 | +14.2% | -0.75% | View data |
7 | 7 Ireland | 339,610 | 2023 | +4.15% | +0.63% | View data |
8 | 8 Sweden | 141,750 | 2023 | -21.91% | -1.7% | View data |
9 | 9 Denmark | 113,320 | 2023 | +0.97% | View data | |
10 | 10 Spain | 64,760 | 2023 | +24.96% | +24.9% | View data |