In 2023, Finland dominated the European import of prepared explosives in kilograms, although it saw a decline of 4.91%. Germany and Sweden followed, with Sweden experiencing a significant growth of 12.38%. Spain and Belgium also noted positive growth, while Greece, France, and Slovakia faced declines. Explosive imports in Denmark surged dramatically by 173.31% from the previous year. Over the past five years, imports have shown fluctuating trends, with Sweden leading in consistent growth.
Future trends to watch for:
- Continued growth in Nordic countries, particularly Sweden, driven by industrial demand.
- Potential recovery in countries currently facing declining import shares, as economic conditions stabilize.
- Impact of geopolitical tensions on supply chain dynamics influencing import patterns across Europe.
Top countries in Import of Prepared Explosives Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Finland | 23.67 | 2023 | -5.96% | -4.91% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 19.25 | 2023 | +2.56% | +1.84% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 18.08 | 2023 | +7.14% | +12.38% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 7.56 | 2023 | +2.82% | +4.23% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 5.5 | 2023 | +11.28% | -0.28% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 4.92 | 2023 | -0.7% | -7.6% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 4.12 | 2023 | +1% | +1.83% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 3.2 | 2023 | +9.98% | +1.76% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 3.19 | 2023 | +4.87% | -10.46% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 2.63 | 2023 | +8.06% | +6.43% | View data |
