The European import of cement clinker by country in 2024 shows France leading with 25.05%, closely followed by Belgium at 24.32%. Italy and the UK accounted for 15.9% and 7.41% respectively. Other noteworthy contributors include the Netherlands (4.86%), Estonia (4.59%), and Germany (3.08%). Smaller shares are seen from countries like Romania (3.03%), Spain (2.62%), and Austria (2.47%). Minor importers such as Denmark (0.66%) and Hungary (0.48%) show a minimal presence.
Year-on-year variations in 2023 indicated significant changes, with Estonia (118.52%) and Lithuania (413.28%) experiencing substantial increases. Germany (27.08%) and Sweden (60.22%) also showed notable growth, while the UK (-4.31%), Austria (-9.34%), and Bulgaria (-10.33%) saw a decline. Luxembourg's share grew by 37.04%, while Finland's experienced a reduction of 37.59%.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in the top importers, driven by market demands and economic factors. Notably, emerging markets such as Estonia and Lithuania could continue to grow rapidly. Monitoring the fluctuations in key countries like Germany and Sweden will be crucial for forecasting the industry's trajectory.
Top countries in Import of Cement Clinker Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 25.05 | 2023 | +3.08% | +9.82% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 24.32 | 2023 | +4.46% | +18.47% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 15.9 | 2023 | +19.45% | +24.12% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 7.41 | 2023 | +1.84% | -4.31% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 4.86 | 2023 | +6.98% | +17.69% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Estonia | 4.59 | 2023 | +21.12% | +118.52% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 3.08 | 2023 | +9.49% | +27.08% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 3.03 | 2023 | +3.58% | +9.38% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 2.62 | 2023 | -20.32% | +94.04% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 2.47 | 2023 | +7.74% | -9.34% | View data |
