The forecast for the import of silica sands to the Netherlands shows a significant annual decrease from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the import volume stood at 500 million kilograms. The year-on-year variation indicates a considerable downward trend: -22.7% in 2025, -29.2% in 2026, -40.7% in 2027, and -68% in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the period from 2024 to 2028 is -33%.

Considering these projections, several future trends and factors should be monitored:

Technological advancements in silica sand extraction and processing.
Changes in environmental regulations affecting silica sand mining.
Shifts in the global supply chain and trade policies impacting imports.
Developments in industries that heavily rely on silica sand, such as construction and manufacturing.