In 2024, Germany leads European Bauxite Domestic Material Consumption with 5.33 million metric tons, followed by Spain with 3.89 million metric tons and Ireland with 3.07 million metric tons. Notable year-on-year variations include significant increases in Bosnia and Herzegovina (11.17%) and the Netherlands (9.93%), while Hungary (-10.46%) and Croatia (-1.5%) saw declines. Germany and Spain showed steady growth at 1.96% and 1.04% respectively. Luxembourg and Malta experienced substantial increases at 18.91% and 18.21% respectively, showing high volatility. Conversely, Romania and Latvia had negative values, indicating concerns for their bauxite sectors.
Future trends to watch include the impact of industrial policies and sustainability initiatives on bauxite consumption, particularly in leading consumers like Germany and Spain. Other countries with significant percentage changes, both positive and negative, may also see continued volatility. Adaptations in technology and shifts towards recycling and more sustainable practices could alter the landscape of bauxite material consumption in Europe.
Top countries in Bauxite Domestic Material Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 5,330 | 2023 | +1.45% | +1.96% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 3,890 | 2023 | +1.17% | +1.04% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ireland | 3,070 | 2023 | +1.71% | +1.75% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 2,030 | 2023 | +33.98% | +11.17% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 1,550 | 2023 | +0.83% | +2.54% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 1,320 | 2023 | +1.26% | -1.62% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 1,270 | 2023 | +0.71% | +1.53% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 786.97 | 2023 | +2.59% | -1.87% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Iceland | 781.68 | 2023 | +4.7% | -1.38% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 574.23 | 2023 | +7.67% | -0.32% | View data |
