In 2023, France led European slate exports with a modest 1.3% growth, followed by Romania and Germany, which experienced noteworthy increases of 5.04% and 7.84% respectively. The Czech Republic displayed a significant expansion of 11.32%, while Poland and the Netherlands saw declines in their export volumes. Italy and Macedonia showed impressive increases, 23.99% and 8.66% respectively, with a particularly strong surge in Switzerland at 37.86%. Croatia's exports more than doubled. Ireland's slate exports ceased completely. Estonian exports increased by 120.39%, signaling a robust rise from a smaller base. Overall, the five-year CAGR has fluctuated with economic shifts across countries.
Future trends to watch include France's continued dominance in slate exports, and potential shifts in Romania and Germany's market shares. Emerging countries like Croatia and Estonia are showing rapid growth rates, and Italy's significant strides could change competitive dynamics. Monitoring regulatory changes, technological advancements, and sustainability practices will be crucial for anticipating volume shifts within the European slate market over the coming years.
Top countries in Slate Exports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 126.61 | 2023 | +2.14% | +1.3% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 105.12 | 2023 | +8.48% | +5.04% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 31.58 | 2023 | +2.83% | +7.84% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 21.74 | 2023 | +1.84% | +4.69% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 17.83 | 2023 | +2.21% | +3.77% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 17.12 | 2023 | +2.62% | +4.91% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 16.32 | 2023 | +2.91% | -7.13% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 11.65 | 2023 | +8.98% | +11.32% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 5.14 | 2023 | +2.23% | -25.18% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 4.96 | 2023 | +0.75% | +3.64% | View data |
