In 2023, Germany maintained the highest share of European metal ores imports at 19.62 thousand metric tons, despite a slight decrease of 1.3% year-on-year. France and Italy followed with 9.89 and 8.88 thousand metric tons, respectively, both witnessing modest declines. Notably, Spain faced a significant reduction of 4.73%, while the United Kingdom and several smaller countries like Denmark, Greece, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Croatia exhibited positive growth. Some countries, such as Luxembourg and Malta, experienced sharper declines, highlighting varying trends across the continent over the last two years.
Future trends indicate a possible shift in import patterns driven by economic policies, technological advancements, and geopolitical factors. Key areas to monitor include Germany's strategy to maintain its leading position, potential opportunities in Eastern European countries showing growth, and the impacts of global supply chain changes on smaller nations’ importing capabilities.
Top countries in Metal Ores Imports Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 19.62 | 2023 | +5.23% | -1.3% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 9.89 | 2023 | +4.4% | -1.75% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 8.88 | 2023 | +0.31% | -0.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 6.69 | 2023 | +2.01% | -0.42% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 6.58 | 2023 | -4.88% | -0.2% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 6.38 | 2023 | +1.21% | -4.73% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 6.05 | 2023 | -0.1% | +1.1% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 5.45 | 2023 | +4.88% | +0.34% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 3.65 | 2023 | +4.01% | -1.2% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 3.4 | 2023 | +2.8% | -0.42% | View data |
