In 2023, Croatia led the European production of tiles and cubes of natural stone with 720.66 million kilograms, followed by Italy's 250.4 million kilograms. France experienced a notable increase of 20.76% year-on-year, while the United Kingdom saw a decrease of 20.48%. Other noteworthy year-on-year changes include Greece and Romania with rises in production, contrasting Estonia’s significant reduction of 38.49%. Over the last five years, the industry has experienced varying growth rates, with a careful eye needed on trends.
Future trends to watch include increased demand for sustainable building materials, potentially boosting production. Moreover, advancements in transport and processing technology may shift the competitive landscape, affecting countries differently based on their capacity to adapt.
Top countries in Sold Production of Tiles and Cubes of Natural Stone, Whether or Not Rectangular by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Croatia | 720,660,000 | 2023 | +6.62% | +6.38% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 250,400,000 | 2023 | +2.87% | +9.74% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Montenegro | 121,000,000 | 2023 | +5.79% | +11.32% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 40,825,000 | 2023 | +8.28% | +1.68% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 24,344,000 | 2023 | +4.32% | -20.48% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 13,392,000 | 2023 | +1.72% | +20.76% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 9,611,000 | 2023 | +5.21% | +2.06% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 2,039,000 | 2021 | -30.66% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 707,660 | 2021 | +9.5% | +28.61% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 668,850 | 2023 | +6.37% | +8.67% | View data |
