In 2023, France led European imports of worked and agglomerated slate, capturing a significant share of 46.31%. The United Kingdom followed with 23.49%, while Germany, despite its strong industrial base, only accounted for 8.25%. Notable growth was observed in Spain (7.36%) and Ireland (6.36%), while countries like Germany (-3.45%) and Luxembourg (-2.58%) exhibited declines. Cyprus faced the steepest drop at -8.64%. The five-year CAGR reflects manageable import volatility with varied performance across Europe.
Looking forward, expect increased sustainability focus in slate sourcing, potential disruptions from geopolitical tensions, and evolving import dynamics driven by construction and architectural trends.
Top countries in Import of Worked Slate and Articles of Slate or of Agglomerated Slate Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 46.31 | 2023 | +2.44% | +5.96% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 23.49 | 2023 | -0.33% | +0.35% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 8.25 | 2023 | -5.3% | -3.45% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 3.98 | 2023 | +1.65% | -0.87% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 3.9 | 2023 | +5.57% | +7.36% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 3.76 | 2023 | +1.6% | +6.36% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 1.77 | 2023 | +8.58% | +1.16% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 1.77 | 2023 | +9.67% | -0.97% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 1.26 | 2023 | -0.22% | +4.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 1.19 | 2023 | +2.67% | +5.2% | View data |
