In 2023, Sweden led European exports of granules and powders of pig iron, spiegeleisen, iron, or steel, followed by Germany and Romania. Sweden's export volume slightly decreased by 0.47%, while Germany saw a 2.45% decline. Romania and Belgium experienced modest growth, with 0.27% and 0.7% increases, respectively. Notable growth occurred in Spain (17.68%) and Poland (3.66%), while the United Kingdom's exports fell by 11.33%. Malta, Croatia, and Greece saw the most significant increases, each over 35%, although Denmark experienced a complete export halt, marking a 100% drop.
Future trends to watch include further shifts in production capabilities or market demands which may boost emerging exporters like Croatia and Greece. Additionally, the economic and political climate within the EU and global trade dynamics, such as supply chain adaptations and sustainability initiatives, could influence the export landscape in coming years, potentially benefiting nations with green production practices.
Top countries in Export of Granules and Powders of Pig Iron, Spiegeleisen, Iron or Steel by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sweden | 308,910,000 | 2023 | +0.15% | -0.47% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 186,300,000 | 2023 | +1.62% | -2.45% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 56,804,000 | 2023 | +3.14% | +0.27% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 44,196,000 | 2023 | +6.92% | +0.7% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 31,085,000 | 2023 | +2.85% | +17.68% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovenia | 23,621,000 | 2023 | -0.0066% | -1.73% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 15,250,000 | 2023 | +7.61% | -7.7% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 15,246,000 | 2023 | +3.85% | +3.66% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 12,394,000 | 2023 | -14.57% | -11.33% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 5,716,900 | 2023 | +3.83% | +4.17% | View data |
