In 2023, France led the production of aluminium and aluminium alloy plates, sheets, and strip in Europe with 586.21 million kilograms, followed by Italy at 570.57 million kilograms. Greece and Spain saw significant manufacturing outputs of 403.87 and 327.85 million kilograms, respectively. Year-on-year, Greece experienced the highest growth rate at 5.36%, while the United Kingdom saw a decline of 5.13%. Notably, Croatia showed a substantial increase of 9.48%, and Finland had a significant upsurge of 9.86%, contrary to Lithuania's drop of 17.66%.
Looking ahead, European aluminium production is expected to face pressures from factors such as environmental regulations, economic fluctuations across the EU, and advances in recycling technologies. Observing the interplay between these elements will be crucial for future forecasting and strategy development. Key trends to monitor include the shift towards greener manufacturing processes, potential expansion in Eastern European countries, and evolving global trade policies impacting raw material sourcing and export markets.
Top countries in Production of Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Plates, Sheets and Strip by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 586,210,000 | 2023 | +4.56% | +1.49% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 570,570,000 | 2023 | +5.15% | +0.51% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 403,870,000 | 2023 | +5.75% | +5.36% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 327,850,000 | 2023 | +9.14% | +3.24% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 108,310,000 | 2021 | +9.18% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 106,500,000 | 2023 | +1.14% | +9.48% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 100,330,000 | 2023 | -3.7% | -5.13% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 95,551,000 | 2023 | -0.22% | -2.61% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Serbia | 80,440,000 | 2023 | +14.59% | +5.16% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 53,882,000 | 2023 | +48.26% | View data |
