In 2023, Germany led European bitumen exports with 1.86 million tonnes of oil equivalent, showing a modest 1.23% growth. Significant gains were observed in Latvia (177.37%), Lithuania (15.83%), and the Netherlands (14.35%). However, Spain's exports dipped by 8.78%, Belgium's by 5.41%, and Italy's by 1.51%. Germany's strong position is complemented by Greece's 5.26% increase to 1.16 million tonnes.
Future trends to watch include the impact of environmental regulations on production, technological advancements in bitumen use, and geopolitical shifts affecting trade flows. The rise in green energy and infrastructure projects could shape export dynamics. The focus on sustainability may lead to innovations in producing eco-friendly bitumen. Watch for fluctuations in demand from major importing countries influencing export volumes.
Top countries in Bitumen Exports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 1,860 | 2023 | +2.44% | +1.23% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 1,180 | 2023 | +2.05% | -1.51% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 1,160 | 2023 | +2.15% | +5.26% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 1,100 | 2023 | +10.98% | -8.78% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 963.22 | 2023 | +1.38% | +14.35% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 500.5 | 2023 | +0.0068% | +1.05% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 450.5 | 2023 | +2.5% | +7.49% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 433.23 | 2023 | +4.46% | +0.93% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 363.75 | 2023 | +6.07% | +1.31% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 344.94 | 2023 | +1.95% | +2.51% | View data |
