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Benelux: Calcareous Building Stone Market 2024

Calcareous Building Stone Market Size in Benelux

In 2021, the Benelux calcareous building stone market was finally on the rise to reach $X after three years of decline. In general, consumption, however, showed a noticeable slump. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Calcareous Building Stone Production in Benelux

In value terms, calcareous building stone production expanded markedly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, continues to indicate a perceptible decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the production volume increased by 18% against the previous year. The level of production peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Calcareous Building Stone Exports

Exports in Benelux

In 2021, overseas shipments of calcareous building stone increased by 35% to X tons, rising for the third year in a row after two years of decline. In general, exports continue to indicate prominent growth. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, calcareous building stone exports stood at $X in 2021. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +3.3% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 25%. The level of export peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

The biggest shipments were from Belgium (X tons), together recording 100% of total export.

Belgium was also the fastest-growing in terms of the calcareous building stone exports, with a CAGR of +12.0% from 2012 to 2021. Belgium (+3.8 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Belgium ($X) also remains the largest calcareous building stone supplier in Benelux.

In Belgium, calcareous building stone exports increased at an average annual rate of +3.6% over the period from 2012-2021.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Benelux stood at $X per ton in 2021, which is down by -16% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a abrupt setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 12%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Belgium.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Belgium amounted to -7.4% per year.

Calcareous Building Stone Imports

Imports in Benelux

In 2021, overseas purchases of calcareous building stone decreased by -43.9% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after four years of growth. In general, imports saw a abrupt contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 29% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, calcareous building stone imports dropped markedly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a abrupt setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when imports increased by 170% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the Netherlands (X tons) and Belgium (X tons) represented the main importers of calcareous building stone in Benelux, together amounting to near 85% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Luxembourg (X tons), generating a 15% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Luxembourg (with a CAGR of +2.8%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline in the imports figures.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported calcareous building stone in Benelux, comprising 65% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with a 27% share of total imports.

In the Netherlands, calcareous building stone imports contracted by an average annual rate of -8.7% over the period from 2012-2021. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Belgium (-10.8% per year) and Luxembourg (-3.4% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Benelux stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 14% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a slight increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 110% against the previous year. The level of import peaked in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while Luxembourg ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (+3.2%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the calcareous building stone market in Benelux. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

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Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Benelux, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Benelux
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Belgium
- Luxembourg
- Netherlands
LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023