The Netherlands led the European Iron and Steel Waste Exports Extra-EU27 in 2020 with a 22.31% share. Belgium and Germany followed with 15.76% and 10.38% respectively. Countries like Romania and Poland showed double-digit growth, demonstrating their expanding export capabilities in recent years. Finland, Croatia, and the Czech Republic also exhibited significant spikes in exports in 2023, indicating competitive advancements.
Future trends to watch include:
- Continued growth in Eastern European countries as they modernize and increase their capacity.
- The impact of environmental regulations and recycling initiatives on traditional exporters like Germany and the Netherlands.
- The potential influence of geopolitical factors on trade flows and export shares.
Top countries in Iron and Steel Waste Exports Extra-EU27 (2020) Share by Country (Thousand Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 22.31 | 2023 | +4.94% | +0.56% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 15.76 | 2023 | +5.23% | +2.84% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 10.38 | 2023 | +12.06% | +5.89% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 6.13 | 2023 | +4.35% | +12.74% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 5.94 | 2023 | +8.97% | +4.86% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Lithuania | 5.51 | 2023 | +8.65% | +6.56% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 5.5 | 2023 | +4.6% | +2.97% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 5.31 | 2023 | +7.76% | +1.92% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 3.79 | 2023 | +2.86% | +14.6% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 3.12 | 2023 | +3.13% | +9.41% | View data |
