In 2023, Germany led European bitumen exports, followed by Italy and Greece. Germany experienced a slight increase of 1.23% year-on-year, while the Netherlands saw a significant 14.42% rise. Italy and Spain posted declines, with Spain experiencing a notable 10.12% drop. Noteworthy growth was observed in Lithuania, Bulgaria, and Latvia, indicating emerging players in the market.
Future trends to monitor include the potential for smaller markets like Latvia and Bulgaria to continue their rapid growth, the ongoing impact of environmental policies on bitumen production and export, and the potential economic and political shifts that could affect trade between European countries.
Top countries in Bitumen Exports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 21,590 | 2023 | +2.44% | +1.23% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 13,710 | 2023 | +2.34% | -1.39% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 13,380 | 2023 | +2.16% | +5.37% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 11,860 | 2023 | +8.25% | -10.12% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 11,240 | 2023 | +1.38% | +14.42% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 5,950 | 2023 | +0.9% | +1.51% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 5,170 | 2023 | +2.52% | +7.5% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 5,110 | 2023 | +5.26% | +1.22% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 4,430 | 2023 | +5.99% | +2.24% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 4,000 | 2023 | +1.98% | +2.52% | View data |