The 2023 data indicates Germany is the largest importer of limestone and gypsum in Europe, accounting for 27.94% of the total imports. The United Kingdom and the Netherlands follow with shares of 20.77% and 12.64% respectively. Most countries show minor fluctuations, with notable year-on-year increases in Portugal (33.28%) and Malta (222.59%). Interestingly, Spain and Italy also saw significant increases, at 31.91% and 24.38% respectively. Conversely, countries like Austria saw a decline of 18.86%. Over the past five years, most countries have generally shown steady import growth trends, with positive CAGR values.
Future trends to monitor include the potential for increased imports from countries experiencing significant year-on-year growth such as Malta and Portugal. Additionally, the impact of sustainability initiatives on the demand and sourcing of these materials in Europe could also influence future trends. Import dynamics may further shift due to economic conditions and construction demands.
Top countries in Import of Limestone and Gypsum Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 27.94 | 2023 | +5% | -1.29% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 20.77 | 2023 | +4.66% | +7.03% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 12.64 | 2023 | +4.23% | +3.94% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 10.05 | 2023 | +5.67% | +1.69% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 6.73 | 2023 | +1.01% | -3.42% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 4.84 | 2023 | +5.31% | +4.42% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 3.29 | 2023 | -3.74% | +10.29% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czechia | 2.84 | 2023 | |||
| 9 | 9 Finland | 2.66 | 2023 | +2.97% | +10.71% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 2.08 | 2023 | +20.62% | +33.28% | View data |
