In 2023, Germany led European aluminium imports by volume, followed by the Netherlands and France. Germany experienced a modest growth rate of 0.31%, while the Netherlands saw a slightly higher increase of 0.42%. France showed a distinctive growth of 1.35%, with Poland and Spain experiencing significant growth rates of 2.59% and 3.85%, respectively. The United Kingdom, however, saw a decline in imports by 1.05%. Smaller markets like Croatia and Ireland experienced notable increases at 5.7% and 4.91%, respectively, while Latvia experienced a downturn of 2.45%.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts due to sustainability initiatives and supply chain strategies. European countries might focus on renewable energy sources impacting the aluminium supply chain. Increased demand from sectors like automotive and construction could further drive imports, with geopolitical dynamics potentially influencing source diversification.
Top countries in Import of Aluminium by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 5,432,500,000 | 2023 | +4% | +0.31% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 4,640,900,000 | 2023 | +5.18% | +0.42% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 2,323,300,000 | 2023 | +1.66% | +1.35% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 2,073,600,000 | 2023 | +4.09% | +0.38% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 1,519,000,000 | 2023 | +3.02% | +2.59% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 1,391,600,000 | 2023 | +2.49% | +3.85% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 1,090,700,000 | 2023 | -0.77% | -1.05% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 895,170,000 | 2023 | +4.73% | +0.22% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 870,060,000 | 2023 | +2.95% | -0.49% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czechia | 722,070,000 | 2023 |
