In 2023, Finland led European ferro-chromium exports, capturing 44.32% of the share. The Netherlands and Sweden followed with 27.42% and 13.4%, respectively. Sweden showed significant growth, increasing by 5.69% year-on-year. In contrast, Germany and Italy experienced notable declines of 8.42% and 8.09%, respectively. France registered a positive growth of 7.01%, while the United Kingdom saw a slight decrease of 1.56%. Countries like Portugal and Romania showed steep declines, highlighting volatility in smaller markets.
Future trends to watch include:
- The potential impact of economic and geopolitical changes on ferro-chromium demand and production facilities.
- The influence of environmental regulations on production capacities and export dynamics.
- The ongoing technological advancements and their role in streamlining the ferro-chromium supply chain, particularly in leading countries like Finland and the Netherlands.
Top countries in Export of Ferro-Chromium Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Finland | 44.32 | 2023 | +4.08% | +4.16% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 27.42 | 2023 | +5.38% | +0.36% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 13.4 | 2023 | +5.65% | +5.69% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 5.29 | 2023 | +5.55% | -0.91% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 2.36 | 2023 | -6.48% | -8.42% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovenia | 1.62 | 2023 | +2.85% | +2.14% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 1.59 | 2023 | +4.73% | -8.09% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czechia | 0.97 | 2023 | |||
| 9 | 9 Poland | 0.81 | 2023 | +4.88% | -2.66% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 0.37 | 2023 | +0.82% | -1.56% | View data |
