In 2023, Spain dominated European limestone and gypsum exports with a significant share, showcasing substantial growth of 10.93% year-on-year. Germany and Austria maintained stable growth, while Poland and Belgium saw declines of 2.9% and 6.28% respectively. Notable increases were observed in Denmark (15.78%), the Netherlands (19.14%), and Finland (27.28%), while Slovenia experienced an exceptional growth of 150.52%. Conversely, Greece and Romania witnessed significant downturns of 15.17% and 20.77%.
Future trends to watch include:
- Spain's continued leadership in exports.
- Potential market rebalancing in countries like Greece and Romania.
- Growth potential in emerging markets like Slovenia and the Netherlands.
- Innovations in mining technology impacting export volumes.
- Regulatory changes within the EU potentially affecting trade dynamics.
Top countries in Limestone and Gypsum Exports Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 53.34 | 2023 | +7.69% | +10.93% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 10.13 | 2023 | +4.43% | +0.06% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 5.31 | 2023 | +1.82% | -2.9% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 4.85 | 2023 | +0.15% | -6.28% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 4.65 | 2023 | -1.82% | -1.42% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 3.88 | 2023 | +1.39% | -4.66% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 2.92 | 2023 | +0.89% | +0.32% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Cyprus | 2.5 | 2023 | +3.41% | +2.2% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 2.29 | 2023 | +7.8% | -2.54% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 1.94 | 2023 | -0.008% | +3.58% | View data |
