The European import of weapons and ammunitions is dominated by Belgium with a share of 18.12% by weight, followed by Italy and France. Between 2022 and 2023, Belgium experienced a significant 52.28% increase, while the United Kingdom saw a decline of 1.57%. Notable growth was observed in Latvia, Austria, and Slovakia, with positive trends seen across several other smaller importers like Greece and Denmark. Meanwhile, a few countries like Luxembourg, Croatia, and Ireland faced declines, indicating diverse dynamics within the region over recent years.
Future trends to watch may include geopolitical tensions influencing demand fluctuations and potential policy shifts impacting the importation landscape within the EU. Emerging technologies could also redefine armament specifications and requirements, further affecting import patterns.
Top countries in Import of Weapons and Ammunitions Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 18.12 | 2023 | +7.01% | +52.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 13.03 | 2023 | +3.26% | +5.88% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 12.17 | 2023 | +4.52% | +2.29% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 10.88 | 2023 | +8.25% | +0.015% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 10.29 | 2023 | -2.64% | -1.57% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 9.52 | 2023 | +6.67% | +2.49% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 3.73 | 2023 | +3.15% | +8.63% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 3.22 | 2023 | +5.89% | +4.69% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 3.17 | 2023 | +4.41% | +9.55% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 2.85 | 2023 | +3.13% | +1.23% | View data |
