The European sold production of worked slate and articles of slate or of agglomerated slate in 2023 showed Spain's dominance with an 87.71% share, followed by Italy at 10.95%. Spain's position was stable with a 2.49% increase, while Italy saw a substantial surge of 91.15%. The UK, Finland, Denmark, and Croatia demonstrated notable presence, albeit with mixed year-on-year variations. Norway also made up a significant share, reflecting Europe's concentrated production landscape. Over the past five years, varied growth patterns emerged, with an overall modest CAGR pointing toward regional disparities.
Future trends to watch include the potential for increased sustainability practices influencing production methods and continued technological advances in slate working. Additionally, market dynamics could shift with potential policy changes affecting trade or environmental regulations within the EU, impacting production shares across member states.
Top countries in Sold Production of Worked Slate and Articles of Slate or of Agglomerated Slate Share by Country (Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 87.71 | 2023 | +1.9% | +2.49% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 10.95 | 2023 | +4.1% | +91.15% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 6.81 | 2021 | +40.23% | View data | |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 5.7 | 2023 | -8.12% | -3.31% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 0.78 | 2023 | +2.77% | +11% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bulgaria | 0.6 | 2023 | +2.44% | +1.63% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ireland | 0.24 | 2023 | +5.58% | -2.13% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 0.19 | 2023 | -17.29% | -14.6% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Estonia | 0.079 | 2023 | +7.99% | -30.11% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 0.064 | 2023 | +2.61% | +83.58% | View data |
