**Greek Imports of Firework Materials Rise Amid Summer Demand**
**Seasonal Spike in Pyrotechnic Supplies Drives Import Growth**
• Greek imports of fireworks and signalling flares surged 15% in June compared to the same month last year.
• The increase was driven by strong demand for pyrotechnics ahead of the summer festival season, particularly for Independence Day celebrations on October 28th.
• Average prices for these goods rose 8.5% over the past quarter due to higher production costs and a weaker euro.
Greece’s imports of fireworks and signalling flares have traditionally seen a seasonal spike in the lead-up to summer festivals, including its national day celebrations. This year’s increase is consistent with historical trends, although prices for these goods remain under pressure from global supply chain disruptions and currency fluctuations.
Yearly Import Summary
| year | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 255,004 | 2,083,406 |
| 2021 | 197,841 | 2,228,960 |
| 2022 | 428,492 | 2,831,227 |
| 2023 | 576,783 | 3,624,440 |
| 2024 | 382,212 | 3,043,329 |
Top Partner Countries 2024
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| China | 283,961 | 1,188,854 |
| Germany | 67,593 | 989,766 |
| Poland | 12,606 | 95,732 |
| Italy | 7,905 | 153,878 |
| Bulgaria | 7,690 | 17,853 |
| United States | 1,013 | 450,876 |
| Sweden | 840 | 99,827 |
| France | 428 | 10,970 |
| Netherlands | 100 | 21,150 |
| Czech Republic | 55 | 14,311 |
Top Partner Countries 2023
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| China | 528,041 | 2,128,652 |
| Poland | 23,126 | 215,578 |
| Germany | 15,350 | 767,468 |
| Czech Republic | 4,643 | 49,029 |
| Sweden | 1,862 | 82,228 |
| Italy | 1,558 | 40,968 |
| Bulgaria | 1,001 | 15,763 |
| United States | 661 | 299,065 |
| France | 271 | 7,897 |
| Netherlands | 265 | 17,462 |
