In 2023, the Netherlands led the European nitrogen imports with a significant increase of 19.82%, followed by Germany which saw a slight decline of -1.26%. Other notable increases include Greece at 18.58%, and Malta at a massive 325.41%, albeit from a low base. Italy experienced the most significant growth among major importers at 53.84%. Conversely, Spain's imports decreased by -22.43%, and Sweden followed with -14.6%. Over the last five years, compound annual growth rates suggest steady increases in countries like Malta, Estonia, and Italy, while some traditionally large importers have faced stagnation or decline.
Future trends to watch include the factors influencing the sharp rise in smaller markets like Malta and Estonia, and potential recovery in countries like Spain and Sweden that have experienced recent declines. Additionally, global economic conditions, environmental policies, and technological advancements might impact the European nitrogen import landscape significantly.
Top countries in Import of Nitrogen by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Cubic Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 221,640,000 | 2023 | -4.26% | +19.82% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 211,100,000 | 2023 | +4.94% | -1.26% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 121,980,000 | 2023 | +12.5% | +4.93% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 84,210,000 | 2023 | +3.49% | +5.48% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Luxembourg | 70,398,000 | 2023 | +12.44% | +0.63% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czechia | 69,006,000 | 2023 | |||
| 7 | 7 France | 52,070,000 | 2023 | -0.75% | -4.04% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 49,463,000 | 2023 | +3.72% | +1.46% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 34,774,000 | 2023 | +0.38% | -1.93% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 27,980,000 | 2023 | +5.38% | +18.58% | View data |
