**Greece Imports Surge in Construction-Grade Aggregates**
**Greek demand for pebbles and gravel rises with infrastructure projects**
• Greek imports of construction-grade aggregates from foreign markets increased by 12% year-over-year in June.
• The rise is largely attributed to the ongoing upgrade of the country’s transportation network, including a major highway project.
• Imports from Italy accounted for a significant portion of Greece’s aggregate shipments, increasing by 18% compared to last year.
Greek imports of construction-grade aggregates such as pebbles and gravel have seen a notable surge in recent months, driven by a rise in demand from the country’s infrastructure sector. As Greece continues to invest in upgrading its transportation network, including major highway projects, the need for high-quality aggregate materials has increased. This trend is expected to continue throughout the year, with imports remaining strong despite seasonal fluctuations.
Yearly Import Summary
| year | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 3,719,030 | 728,351 |
| 2021 | 4,066,140 | 811,014 |
| 2022 | 73,883,710 | 1,714,938 |
| 2023 | 10,760,908 | 1,187,435 |
| 2024 | 4,921,882 | 1,307,126 |
Top Partner Countries 2024
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | 3,209,642 | 642,715 |
| Italy | 989,083 | 284,330 |
| Austria | 258,750 | 68,129 |
| New Zealand | 120,000 | 150,459 |
| Germany | 98,687 | 63,331 |
| Indonesia | 71,026 | 33,032 |
| China | 70,506 | 23,327 |
| Egypt | 51,203 | 6,528 |
| Bulgaria | 18,268 | 7,246 |
| Canada | 12,257 | 6,090 |
Top Partner Countries 2023
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Bulgaria | 6,284,080 | 85,508 |
| Turkey | 3,031,980 | 620,360 |
| Austria | 359,500 | 106,230 |
| Italy | 293,420 | 60,657 |
| Germany | 203,063 | 106,202 |
| Norway | 192,000 | 44,736 |
| Egypt | 132,740 | 12,214 |
| China | 77,702 | 29,997 |
| Croatia | 73,000 | 15,502 |
| New Zealand | 48,623 | 51,471 |
