In 2023, Italy led European Portland cement exports at 28.79%, closely followed by Spain at 25.71%. Germany held a significant 20.43%, while Greece stood at 10.14%. Smaller contributions came from Belgium (5.5%), Denmark (3.54%), and Slovakia (3.2%). Countries like Slovenia recorded notable growth at 7.96% year-on-year, while Germany (-3.4%) and Belgium (-6.43%) saw declines. Over the last five years, countries like Croatia and Latvia have shown strong positive CAGR, indicating rising trends.
Future trends to watch include economic shifts affecting construction demand, potential environmental regulations impacting cement production, and technological advancements reducing carbon footprints. Additionally, monitoring the growth of emerging export players like Slovenia and Latvia will provide insights into the evolving market landscape.
Top countries in Export of Portland Cement Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 28.79 | 2023 | -1.89% | +3.2% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 25.71 | 2023 | +3.36% | +3.33% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 20.43 | 2023 | +2.48% | -3.4% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Greece | 10.14 | 2023 | -5.36% | +1.33% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 5.5 | 2023 | -31.46% | -6.43% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 3.54 | 2023 | -2.76% | +0.64% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 3.2 | 2023 | +1.6% | +1.11% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 2.05 | 2023 | +1.98% | +4.86% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Latvia | 1.31 | 2023 | +3.37% | +4.19% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czechia | 1.12 | 2022 |
