In 2024, Germany leads European cast iron production with 155.57 million kilograms, followed by Spain at 101.48 million kilograms and Finland at 60.9 million kilograms. Italy stands at 41.261 million kilograms, with Poland producing 7.603 million kilograms. France, the United Kingdom, and Portugal produce significantly less, with values of 5.6424, 1.7059, and 0.67281 million kilograms respectively. Sweden, Denmark, Lithuania, Romania, and Croatia have minimal contributions.
Year-on-year (2023-2024) analysis shows Germany declining by 1.91%, Spain by 0.39%, Italy by 4.96%, and Denmark by 24.42%. Notable increases include the United Kingdom with 9.89%, and Croatia with 6.85%. Finland and Portugal remained stable.
Over the past five years, industry trends have shown mixed results: steady or declining production in major producers like Germany and Italy, with smaller countries like Croatia demonstrating slight growth.
Future trends to watch for include potential recovery in countries demonstrating recent growth trends, and technological advancements aimed at improving production efficiency. Environmental regulations and economic factors will also play significant roles in shaping the industry’s future landscape.
Top countries in Production of Cast Iron by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 155,570,000 | 2023 | +8.46% | -1.91% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 101,480,000 | 2023 | -0.71% | -0.39% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Finland | 60,900,000 | 2023 | +21.96% | View data | |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 41,261,000 | 2023 | +29.49% | -4.96% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 7,603,000 | 2021 | -8.07% | +0.47% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 5,642,400 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 1,705,900 | 2023 | -3.61% | +9.89% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 672,810 | 2023 | +8.49% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 26,140 | 2023 | -49.69% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 16,390 | 2023 | +0.0061% | -24.42% | View data |
