In 2023, Germany led the European production of cement clinker with 27.729 billion kilograms, showing a positive year-on-year variation of 3.96%. Spain and Poland followed with 17.436 and 13.767 billion kilograms, respectively, although both countries experienced declines, with Spain decreasing by 4.46% and Poland by 0.65%. Italy, producing 10.697 billion kilograms, saw a 4.34% decline. Romania, on the other hand, exhibited growth, with a 5.42% increase, reaching 8.5763 billion kilograms. France and Greece, producing 7.0997 and 6.0036 billion kilograms respectively, both saw reductions of 11.11% and 1.81%. Other countries such as Czechia, Portugal, Croatia, Bulgaria, Estonia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina contributed smaller volumes, with varied year-on-year changes, most notably France's significant decrease.
Looking forward, future trends to watch for in the European cement clinker production include potential recovery in countries currently experiencing declines. Nations like Romania, demonstrating growth, could indicate shifting production dynamics. Additionally, technological advancements and environmental regulations may impact overall production efficiencies and sustainability drives could play a pivotal role in shaping the industry landscape.
Top countries in Production of Cement Clinker by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 27,729,000,000 | 2023 | +7.16% | +3.96% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 17,436,000,000 | 2023 | +0.19% | -4.46% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 13,767,000,000 | 2023 | +1.24% | -0.65% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 10,697,000,000 | 2023 | -5.37% | -4.34% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 8,576,300,000 | 2023 | +4.8% | +5.42% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 7,099,700,000 | 2023 | -8.79% | -11.11% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 6,003,600,000 | 2023 | -0.87% | -1.81% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czechia | 3,735,300,000 | 2023 | |||
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 3,704,700,000 | 2023 | -4.44% | -2.91% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 2,236,000,000 | 2023 | +0.019% | -0.71% | View data |
