In 2023, France and Germany led European imports of iron or steel reservoirs, tanks, vats, and similar containers for solids, although both saw year-on-year declines of 9.67% and 8.73% respectively. The most significant growth was observed in Bulgaria (24.57%) and Malta (105.69%), highlighting shifts in import patterns. Denmark and Croatia also posted notable increases of 10.29% and 20% respectively. Over a five-year period, the compound annual growth rate has shown varied results, with Southern European countries like Malta and Croatia experiencing substantial rises, while several significant Western European economies faced declines.
Looking ahead, emerging trends suggest potential growth in Baltic and Southeastern European markets, driven by improving industrial infrastructure. The stabilization of imports in traditionally strong economies such as France and Germany will be important to monitor, as will any shifts resulting from changes in EU trade policies and the increased focus on sustainable production and consumption practices across Europe.
Top countries in Import of Iron or Steel Reservoirs, Tanks, Vats and Similar Containers for Solids Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 15.45 | 2023 | +8.91% | -9.67% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 14.21 | 2023 | -8.37% | -8.73% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 9.32 | 2023 | +1.99% | +1.3% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 7.85 | 2023 | -1.04% | -1.33% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 6.69 | 2023 | +9.72% | -2.53% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 6.66 | 2023 | +10.76% | +3.56% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 5.9 | 2023 | +12.29% | +1.34% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovenia | 4.39 | 2023 | +3.94% | -0.37% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 3.44 | 2023 | +3.9% | -0.84% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 3.14 | 2023 | +14.16% | +3.1% | View data |
