The United Kingdom dominated European Iron and Steel Waste Extra-EU28 exports in 2023, accounting for over 31% of the market. The Netherlands and Belgium followed as significant contributors, with shares of 17.93% and 12.42%, respectively. Notable growth was observed in Poland and Austria, registering increases in exports of 17.23% and 13.45%, respectively. Conversely, Malta faced a significant decline at -11.8%. Finland and Croatia showed resilience with growth rates over 8%. Overall, most countries demonstrated modest year-on-year changes, indicating stable market positions.
Future trends to watch for:
- The United Kingdom's continued leadership and potential market concentration.
- Emerging market strength in Poland and Austria, reflecting broader Eastern European growth in the sector.
- Monitoring countries with declining shares like Malta and Greece for any strategic shifts or recovery efforts.
Top countries in Iron and Steel Waste Extra-EU28 Exports Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 31.34 | 2023 | +2.22% | +1.2% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 17.93 | 2023 | +3.02% | +3.18% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 12.42 | 2023 | +2.15% | +1.34% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 5.95 | 2023 | +1.19% | +0.65% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 4.6 | 2023 | +2.63% | +4.06% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 4.45 | 2023 | +3.46% | +2.33% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 4.33 | 2023 | +2.89% | +1.42% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Lithuania | 3.63 | 2023 | +3.93% | +2.4% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 3.16 | 2023 | +5.19% | +17.23% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 2.31 | 2023 | -8.4% | -4.02% | View data |
