In 2023, Germany led European metal ores imports with 120.05 million metric tons. Other key importers included France, Italy, and the Netherlands. Notable year-on-year changes featured decreases for Germany and France at -1.3% and -1.75%, respectively, while the UK saw a 1.1% increase. Positive variations in Croatia, Albania, and Greece highlight regional shifts. The last five-year CAGR suggests modest growth across the sector.
Future trends may include increased import diversification to mitigate geopolitical risks, technological advances enhancing resource efficiency, and shifts in global demand patterns impacting European import priorities. Monitoring renewable industries and green transformations will be crucial.
Top countries in Metal Ores Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 120,050 | 2023 | +5.23% | -1.3% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 60,490 | 2023 | +4.4% | -1.75% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 54,350 | 2023 | +0.31% | -0.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 40,900 | 2023 | +2.01% | -0.42% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 40,240 | 2023 | -4.88% | -0.2% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 39,020 | 2023 | +1.21% | -4.73% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 37,010 | 2023 | -0.1% | +1.1% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 33,320 | 2023 | +4.88% | +0.34% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 22,340 | 2023 | +4.01% | -1.2% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 20,770 | 2023 | +2.8% | -0.42% | View data |
