**Greece’s Nickel Imports Surge Amid Global Demand Growth**
**Greek buyers increase nickel ore purchases to meet domestic refining needs**
* Greece imported 10,000 tonnes of nickel ores and concentrates in June, up 15% from the same period last year.
* The imports were mainly sourced from top suppliers Indonesia and Philippines, with prices averaging $13.50 per tonne, a 2% increase from May levels.
* Analysts attribute the growth to increased global demand for stainless steel and other nickel-dependent alloys, driven by strong construction and automotive sectors.
Greece’s nickel ore imports have rebounded in recent months as domestic refining capacity has ramped up to meet growing demand. The country’s stainless steel producers are expected to continue driving imports, with prices likely to remain stable amid a well-supplied market.
Yearly Import Summary
| year | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 177,928 | 390,273 |
| 2021 | 95,140 | 235,301 |
| 2022 | 112,798 | 429,427 |
| 2023 | 213,418 | 650,773 |
| 2024 | 105,708 | 308,504 |
Top Partner Countries 2024
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | 56,639 | 162,675 |
| Poland | 49,069 | 145,829 |
Top Partner Countries 2023
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | 213,418 | 650,773 |
