Sweden leads European metal ores domestic material consumption in 2023, surpassing Germany and Poland. The past year saw significant variations: substantial increases in Serbia and the Netherlands highlight dynamic shifts. Bulgaria and undisrupted countries like Ireland and Norway show steady growth, while Hungary and Cyprus experienced marked declines. Over the last five years, Denmark showed impressive resilience with a significant growth trend, contrary to Germany's decline.
Future trends to monitor include sustainable mining practices adoption and technological advancements impacting demand. Emerging economies' metal consumption may rise, influencing Europe's material strategies and international trade dynamics significantly in the coming years.
Top countries in Metal Ores Domestic Material Consumption Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sweden | 15.41 | 2023 | +2.08% | +1.22% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 9.57 | 2023 | +4.1% | -1.8% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 8.98 | 2023 | -1.04% | -2.76% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Finland | 8.59 | 2023 | +27.76% | +0.85% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 8.34 | 2023 | +1.33% | +0.7% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 8.17 | 2023 | +1.24% | -0.37% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Serbia | 6.29 | 2023 | +2.85% | +7.06% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 4.01 | 2023 | +0.34% | -4.4% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 3.79 | 2023 | -8.51% | -1.01% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 3.35 | 2023 | -18.84% | View data |
