**Greece Sees Surge in Manganese Imports Amid Global Demand**
**Imports Increase as European Industry Firms Up Production**
• Greece’s imports of manganese ores and concentrates rose by 12% to 300,000 tons in May compared to the same month last year.
• The increase is attributed to growing demand for steel production in Europe, driven by infrastructure projects and industrial investments.
• Prices for manganese have stabilized at around $2.50 per pound, despite global supply chain concerns.
Greece’s economy has benefited from a rebound in European manufacturing, with imports of key raw materials like manganese supporting the growth of domestic industry. As steel demand remains strong, particularly in the construction sector, Greece is likely to continue importing manganese ores and concentrates to meet local production needs.
Yearly Import Summary
| year | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 22,144,075 | 6,942,667 |
| 2021 | 21,654,035 | 5,715,316 |
| 2022 | 37,248,239 | 12,437,202 |
| 2023 | 39,094,476 | 11,218,072 |
| 2024 | 21,174,147 | 5,575,418 |
Top Partner Countries 2024
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Gabon | 20,980,000 | 5,412,978 |
| Belgium | 187,975 | 152,319 |
| Italy | 3,860 | 7,658 |
| Netherlands | 2,100 | 1,508 |
| Romania | 150 | 372 |
| Spain | 60 | 486 |
| Austria | 2 | 97 |
Top Partner Countries 2023
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Gabon | 39,014,000 | 11,148,341 |
| Belgium | 80,000 | 68,544 |
| Romania | 275 | 684 |
| Italy | 200 | 457 |
| Germany | 1 | 46 |
