In 2020, Germany led European Iron and Steel Waste Exports within the EU, holding a 25.91% share, followed by France at 19.83% and the Netherlands at 13.31%. Over the past year, Germany saw a notable decline of 5.29% in its share, while France experienced a slight growth of 0.8% and the Netherlands faced a reduction of 3.98%. Smaller countries showed mixed trends: Slovakia and Sweden saw gains of 2.41% and 2.73%, respectively, while others like Ireland and Latvia faced declines of 3.8% and 6.17%.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in export dynamics due to emerging recycling technologies and policy changes within the EU aimed at improving sustainability in the iron and steel industry. The growing focus on the circular economy could influence the roles of key players, potentially altering current standings in intra-EU27 waste exports.
Top countries in Iron and Steel Waste Exports Intra-EU27 (2020) Share by Country (Thousand Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 25.91 | 2023 | -3.93% | -5.29% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 19.83 | 2023 | +5.97% | +0.8% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 13.31 | 2023 | -2.99% | -3.98% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 7.83 | 2023 | +6.47% | +1.36% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 5.92 | 2023 | +2.48% | +0.65% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 4.36 | 2023 | +1.65% | -0.38% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 3.39 | 2023 | +2.58% | -3.07% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 2.78 | 2023 | +3.15% | +0.27% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 2.75 | 2023 | +7.32% | +0.88% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 2.64 | 2023 | +8.19% | -0.8% | View data |
