In 2023, Germany led European metal exports with 85.06 million metric tons, despite a slight year-on-year decline of 0.27%. Italy and Sweden exhibited growth, at 0.66% and 0.68% respectively. Poland (2.33%) and Finland (2.53%) stood out with notable increases, while Luxembourg, Cyprus, and Malta experienced significant decreases. The consistent growth in countries like Hungary, Poland, and Finland indicates a positive trajectory in the metal export sector over the past five years.
Future trends to watch include the potential impacts of sustainability initiatives on production methods, the influence of geopolitical tensions on trade relationships, and advances in technology that could optimize metal production and supply chain efficiencies across Europe.
Top countries in Exports of Metals by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 85.06 | 2023 | +0.35% | -0.27% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 40.69 | 2023 | +0.93% | +0.66% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 36.24 | 2023 | +0.99% | +0.68% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 36.03 | 2023 | -0.11% | -0.48% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 33.84 | 2023 | +0.79% | +0.38% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 33.44 | 2023 | +1.31% | +0.66% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 32.25 | 2023 | +1.4% | -1.81% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 25.52 | 2023 | +2.15% | +2.33% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 24.49 | 2023 | +0.053% | +0.58% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 20.35 | 2023 | +1.77% | -0.077% | View data |
