The United Kingdom and France lead the European import market for Portland cement, with values of 3.1337 and 3.0932 billion kilograms respectively in 2023. Noteworthy increases were seen in Finland, Cyprus, and Portugal, with growth rates of 15.51%, 69.69%, and 13.12% respectively. Conversely, Germany experienced a decline of 9.42%, indicating a shift in its import reliance. The market demonstrates significant variability, influenced by domestic production capacities, construction trends, and economic conditions.
Future trends to watch include the impact of infrastructure investments and sustainability initiatives across Europe, which could drive further changes in both demand and sources of Portland cement imports. Additionally, geopolitical factors and trade policies may alter the landscape, possibly affecting the imports from and dependency on certain countries.
Top countries in Import of Portland Cement by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 3,133,700,000 | 2023 | +2.85% | +4.92% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 3,093,200,000 | 2023 | +1.37% | +3.25% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 1,685,100,000 | 2023 | +2.94% | -0.27% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 1,584,600,000 | 2023 | +3.34% | +3.73% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 1,315,100,000 | 2023 | +3.08% | +5.35% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 1,244,600,000 | 2023 | +4.63% | +1.34% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 1,115,800,000 | 2023 | +3.28% | +9.94% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 786,900,000 | 2023 | +7.09% | +13.12% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 734,460,000 | 2023 | -5.16% | -9.42% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 726,300,000 | 2023 | +3.88% | +2.73% | View data |
