**Greek Steatite Imports Surge Amid Strong Demand**
**Greece’s natural stone imports see significant increase in Q2**
* Greece imported 25% more natural steatite from foreign suppliers in the second quarter compared to the same period last year.
* The surge in demand is largely attributed to strong growth in Greece’s construction sector, driven by government investments in infrastructure projects.
* Prices for high-quality steatite have risen by 10% over the past three months due to supply chain disruptions and increased global demand.
Greece’s natural stone imports are expected to continue their upward trend as the country’s economy recovers from the pandemic. The strong demand for steatite is driven by its use in construction, particularly in high-end building projects where its unique properties make it a sought-after material.
Yearly Import Summary
| year | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 7,806,396 | 1,638,418 |
| 2021 | 7,826,297 | 1,883,121 |
| 2022 | 6,696,850 | 2,279,469 |
| 2023 | 4,614,660 | 1,809,551 |
| 2024 | 5,696,809 | 1,953,403 |
Top Partner Countries 2024
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | 2,720,596 | 655,875 |
| Finland | 987,500 | 489,390 |
| Netherlands | 962,430 | 345,729 |
| Turkey | 596,700 | 162,165 |
| France | 147,498 | 94,454 |
| Austria | 115,000 | 28,865 |
| Germany | 63,002 | 71,455 |
| Belgium | 30,810 | 26,160 |
| India | 26,600 | 9,177 |
| United States | 23,590 | 22,795 |
Top Partner Countries 2023
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Finland | 1,169,800 | 576,337 |
| Netherlands | 846,125 | 391,541 |
| Turkey | 792,006 | 207,758 |
| Egypt | 780,388 | 197,047 |
| Pakistan | 562,500 | 109,806 |
| France | 232,448 | 110,824 |
| Austria | 46,227 | 19,197 |
| India | 46,000 | 13,512 |
| Spain | 32,000 | 23,127 |
| Italy | 26,942 | 80,622 |
