In 2023, Spain led the European export of ornamental and building stone, exporting 13.447 billion kilograms, which marked a significant 9.1% increase from the previous year. Meanwhile, Belgium saw a decrease of 2.88%, Germany decreased by 4.08%, and Italy by 2.75%. France and Sweden also experienced a decline, while Portugal showed a positive trend with a 4.28% increase. Ireland and Luxembourg posted notable growth rates, with increases of 21.91% and 75.14%, respectively. Conversely, Finland and Lithuania faced sharp declines, with Finland dropping by 15.86% and Lithuania by 18.87%.
Looking forward, European countries with robust extraction and processing capabilities, such as Spain and Portugal, are expected to maintain their leading positions. However, economic fluctuations and environmental regulations could impact growth. The demand for sustainable materials and innovations in stone products may drive future trends. Monitoring these factors will be critical to understanding shifts in the ornamental and building stone market across Europe.
Top countries in Export of Ornamental and Building Stone by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 13,447,000,000 | 2023 | +7.04% | +9.1% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 2,287,700,000 | 2023 | -0.35% | -2.88% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 1,990,300,000 | 2023 | +5.22% | -4.08% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 1,728,400,000 | 2023 | +2.72% | +0.035% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 1,411,300,000 | 2023 | -0.22% | -2.75% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 1,381,500,000 | 2023 | +2.23% | -5.26% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 1,282,900,000 | 2023 | -1.73% | -1.57% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 1,252,600,000 | 2023 | +4.96% | +4.28% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 1,238,700,000 | 2023 | +0.55% | -0.77% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 1,188,100,000 | 2023 | +6.72% | +0.16% | View data |
