In 2023, Spain led Europe's limestone and gypsum material inputs with 20.82 thousand metric tons, showing a growth of 4.16% year-on-year. Romania and the UK followed with shares of 13.63 and 11.39 thousand metric tons, respectively. Notable growth was seen in Italy (6.84%) and notably in Serbia (13.24%), while Ireland experienced a decline of 11.97%. The Netherlands and Iceland also saw decreases, highlighting regional disparities.
Future trends suggest a potential rise in demand for limestone and gypsum in construction and environmental applications, with emerging economies potentially increasing their shares due to infrastructural developments.
Top countries in Limestone and Gypsum Direct Material Inputs Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 20.82 | 2023 | +4.88% | +4.16% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 13.63 | 2023 | +0.43% | +1.34% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 11.39 | 2023 | -0.46% | -1.3% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 11.05 | 2023 | +0.57% | +0.46% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 8.76 | 2023 | +1.28% | +0.77% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 6.21 | 2023 | -2.58% | +6.84% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 4.04 | 2023 | +0.6% | +0.85% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 2.87 | 2023 | -23.96% | -11.97% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 2.39 | 2023 | -2.96% | -1.81% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 2.16 | 2023 | +0.86% | +0.087% | View data |
