In 2023, Spain dominated the European slate market with the highest material input share of 61.52 thousand metric tons, showcasing a moderate growth. Poland and Italy trailed with significant variations; Poland increased by 7.29%, and Italy saw a leap of 24.9%. Other notable movements included Finland's 10.35% growth, Hungary's impressive 43.35%, and Lithuania's surge of 54.2%. Conversely, countries like Greece and Sweden experienced significant declines of 21.58% and 18.09% respectively.
Future trends to watch include the potential for Spain to maintain its leadership while Italy and Hungary might ride their momentum to capture a larger market share. Sustainability practices and technological advancements could also reshape regional shares and production efficiencies.
Top countries in Slate Direct Material Inputs Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 61.52 | 2023 | -1.91% | +3.29% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 10.34 | 2023 | +3.15% | +7.29% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 8.17 | 2023 | +0.4% | +24.9% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 4.66 | 2023 | +2.94% | -5.49% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 3.95 | 2023 | -20.82% | -21.58% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 2.99 | 2023 | +2.46% | +0.53% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 2.26 | 2023 | +0.11% | +4.11% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 2.03 | 2023 | +0.77% | -2.41% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 1.58 | 2023 | +0.46% | -2.51% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 1.06 | 2023 | +6.01% | -0.45% | View data |
