In 2023, Finland led European sand and gravel domestic extraction per capita with 27.26 metric tons, reflecting a slight 1.04% increase from the previous year. Iceland and Sweden followed with mixed trajectories; Iceland fell by 10.11% while Sweden experienced a 4.89% increase. Romania's growth was notable at 9.17%, whereas countries like Luxembourg and Belgium saw declines of 14.82% and 2.36%, respectively. Serbia and Macedonia had remarkable increases at 17.63% and 26.54% respectively, reflecting significant changes in domestic extraction dynamics.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential impacts of environmental regulations on extraction practices and outputs.
- The influence of construction industry demands on sand and gravel production levels.
- Technological advancements that may enhance extraction efficiency or sustainability.
- Economic shifts and infrastructure projects that could drive future growth in countries currently experiencing increases.
Top countries in Sand and Gravel Domestic Extraction by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons Per Capita | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Finland | 27.26 | 2023 | +1.4% | +1.04% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Iceland | 20.94 | 2023 | -2.74% | -10.11% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 12.32 | 2023 | +1.33% | +4.89% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 11.7 | 2023 | +2.49% | +9.17% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Cyprus | 11.41 | 2023 | +3.23% | +4.06% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 11.17 | 2023 | +0.009% | +1.61% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Estonia | 10.48 | 2023 | +1.51% | -0.16% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Lithuania | 8.23 | 2023 | +3.3% | +4.69% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 7.74 | 2023 | +3.18% | +6.91% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 7.48 | 2023 | +0.04% | -0.6% | View data |
