In 2023, France held the largest share of European aluminium tubes and pipes imports by weight, despite a slight decrease of 1.28%. Romania and the UK followed, with Romania experiencing a notable increase of 4.16%. Germany saw a marginal rise, while the Netherlands steadily increased at 3.4%. Italy and Spain declined significantly, by 4.38% and 6.61% respectively. Belgium's import share rose sharply by 13.33%, whereas several Eastern European countries such as Poland and Hungary saw declines exceeding 9% and 25% respectively. Ireland and Luxembourg experienced the largest growth, further diversifying Europe's import landscape.
Future trends to watch:
- Stability or potential growth in France's dominant position amid a challenging economic environment.
- Continued growth potential in Romania as it capitalizes on regional advantages and investments.
- A possible rebound in Italy and Spain’s import shares with economic recovery trajectories.
- Strong growth potential in smaller markets like Ireland and Luxembourg as they leverage niche market opportunities.
Top countries in Import of Aluminium Tubes and Pipes Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 17.11 | 2023 | +7.1% | -1.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 15.94 | 2023 | +0.92% | +4.16% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 14.94 | 2023 | +1.02% | -2.53% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 9.11 | 2023 | +12.39% | +0.32% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 8 | 2023 | +1.94% | +3.4% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 6.74 | 2023 | -1.02% | -4.38% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 5.68 | 2023 | +3.17% | +6.52% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 3.65 | 2023 | -2.04% | -6.61% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 3.41 | 2023 | +0.45% | -1.3% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 3.36 | 2023 | +12.93% | +13.33% | View data |
