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Benelux: Nickel Ore Market 2024

Nickel Ore Market Size in Benelux

The Benelux nickel ore market surged to $X in 2021, increasing by 167% against the previous year. Overall, consumption showed significant growth. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Nickel Ore Production in Benelux

In value terms, nickel ore production expanded significantly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, continues to indicate a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 144% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Nickel Ore Exports

Exports in Benelux

Nickel ore exports surged to X tons in 2021, picking up by 102% against 2020 figures. Overall, exports showed a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 184,636% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, nickel ore exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 220,041% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Belgium (X tons) represented roughly 99% of total exports in 2021.

Belgium was also the fastest-growing in terms of the nickel ores and concentrates exports, with a CAGR of +28.7% from 2012 to 2021. From 2012 to 2021, the share of Belgium increased by +98 percentage points, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Belgium ($X) also remains the largest nickel ore supplier in Benelux.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in Belgium totaled +31.0%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the export price in Benelux amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 19% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price enjoyed tangible growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the export price increased by 84%. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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 +1.8% per year.

Nickel Ore Imports

Imports in Benelux

In 2021, supplies from abroad of nickel ores and concentrates increased by 2,311% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, imports posted significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 7,165% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, nickel ore imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports showed a tangible increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 6,201% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands represented the key importer of nickel ores and concentrates in Benelux, with the volume of imports accounting for X tons, which was approx. 88% of total imports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Belgium (X tons), creating a 12% share of total imports.

The Netherlands was also the fastest-growing in terms of the nickel ores and concentrates imports, with a CAGR of +36.8% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Belgium (+31.0%) displayed positive paces of growth. While the share of the Netherlands (+4.9 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2021, the share of Belgium (-4.8 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported nickel ores and concentrates in Benelux, comprising 83% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Belgium ($X), with a 17% share of total imports.

In the Netherlands, nickel ore imports remained relatively stable over the period from 2012-2021.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Benelux stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 2.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate a significant curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 115%. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per ton), while the Netherlands totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (-2.3%).

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the nickel ore 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.

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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