In 2023, Italy led the European export market of stainless steel plates and sheets produced on reversing mills, followed by Belgium and Slovenia. The overall trend showed varied growth, with notable increases in the Netherlands, Poland, and Austria. On the contrary, the United Kingdom and Croatia witnessed significant declines. Portugal and Ireland showed remarkable year-on-year growth due to strategic market expansions. France experienced a slight decline. The five-year CAGR suggests a moderate growth trajectory, underscoring the sector's resilience.
Future trends to watch include further diversification in export markets, investments in sustainable steel production, and the impact of geopolitical shifts and trade agreements on European exports.
Top countries in Export of Plates and Sheets Produced on a Reversing Mill (Quarto) of a Width of 600 mm or More and Wide Flats of Stainless Steel by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 160,850,000 | 2023 | +42.35% | View data | |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 99,251,000 | 2023 | +1.75% | +3.09% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Slovenia | 90,759,000 | 2023 | +1.79% | +3% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 84,769,000 | 2023 | +7.97% | +3.61% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 32,640,000 | 2023 | +0.26% | +2.82% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 31,311,000 | 2023 | +3.59% | +3.54% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 17,762,000 | 2023 | -5.32% | -1.91% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 10,608,000 | 2023 | +17.37% | +10.33% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 6,127,400 | 2023 | +4.41% | +15.22% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 5,064,700 | 2023 | +8.97% | +10.51% | View data |
