In 2023, Italy led the European aluminium enterprise count, though it saw a 2.69% decline. Poland and the Czech Republic showed growth, indicating an increasing industry presence. Germany and the UK both experienced contractions of 1.7% and 2.14%, respectively, while Belgium and Lithuania bucked the trend with significant rises of 11.38% and 14.87%. Romania, Greece, and Denmark showed notable declines. Estonia's count fell dramatically to zero.
Looking forward, trends to watch include potential increases in Poland and the Czech Republic, as these markets show resilience and growth. Conversely, monitoring countries with large declines, like Finland and Sweden, may reveal underlying challenges. Additionally, technological advancements or regulatory changes could impact enterprise numbers across Europe.
Top countries in Aluminium Number of Enterprises by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Enterprises) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 328 | 2023 | +1.55% | -2.69% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 184 | 2023 | +1.66% | +3.09% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 179 | 2023 | -2.19% | -1.7% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 114 | 2023 | -2.56% | -2.14% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 96 | 2023 | 0% | -1.96% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 64 | 2023 | 0% | -1.49% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 58 | 2023 | +5.45% | +7.15% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 49 | 2023 | +2.08% | -0.4% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 28 | 2023 | 0% | -2.02% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 25 | 2023 | -7.41% | -4.82% | View data |
