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The Europe limestone market size reached approximately USD 13.73 billion in 2023. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 4.6% in the forecast period of 2024-2032, reaching a value of around USD 20.76 billion by 2032.
Limestone is a sedimentary rock which consists of calcium carbonate (CaCo3) and is widely distributed on the earth in the form of calcite or aragonite minerals. Some of its common uses include as building materials in the construction sector and as a crushed stone for road construction, among others.
Based on application, the market is divided into industry lime, construction lime, chemical lime, and refractory lime. The Europe limestone market segmentation, on the basis of end use, includes agriculture, building and construction, iron and steel manufacturing, and chemical, among others. Based on country, the market is classified into Germany, United Kingdom, France, and Italy, among others.
The comprehensive EMR report provides an in-depth assessment of the market based on the Porter's five forces model along with giving a SWOT analysis. The report gives a detailed analysis of the following key players in the Europe limestone market, covering their competitive landscape and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, investments, and expansion plans.
The building and construction sector occupies a significant portion of the Europe limestone market share, due to the growing usage of limestone in cement, construction aggregate, mortar, and other building material products. Limestone is one of the most durable materials, which makes it suitable for the construction of building structures and tile and floor paving.
It is also known to be used in the construction of some renowned buildings in Britain such as the House of Parliament, Windsor Castle, and York Minister. Furthermore, limestone is an excellent heat conductor and can keep the building cool, hence conserving electricity and lowering utility bills.
As per the Europe limestone market analysis, France accounts for a substantial share of the EU market, due to the growth of the construction sector in the country. French limestone present in quarries by river Oise is highly sought after for the construction of esteemed buildings and boulevards around the world.
Meanwhile, the United Kingdom is expected to witness a surge in the forecast period, owing to the growing demand for limestone as a soil additive in the agricultural sector.
Carmeuse Holding S.A., founded in 1860, is a mining company, headquartered in Louvain-la—Neuve, Belgium. It offers products and services in the sectors of agro-food, building, and environment, among others. The company incorporates sustainable measures such as optimisation of water usage as well as recycling of lime by-products to reduce the overall environmental impact of its products.
Burlington Slate Ltd. is a natural stone provider, established in 1843 and headquartered in Cumbria, the United Kingdom. Some of its well-known stone products include Brandy Crag, Brandy Crag Silver, Broughton Moor, Bursting Stone, and Elterwater, among others. The company mainly provides products for use in the interiors, landscaping, residential, roofing, and walling stone, among others.
Sigmaroc PLC (Nordkalk Corporation) is a manufacturer of limestone products, based in Pargas, Finland. Its major product range includes limestone and crushed and ground limestone, among others. These limestone-based products are used in agriculture, construction, coatings and adhesives, metals and mining, and water treatment applications, among others.
Other Europe limestone market players include Franzefoss Minerals AS, Lhoist S.A., Fels-Werke GmbH, SCR-Sibelco NV, WIG Weitersdorfer Holding GmbH, Ognyanovo K AD, and Longcliffe Quarries Ltd., among others.
REPORT FEATURES | DETAILS |
Base Year | 2023 |
Historical Period | 2018-2023 |
Forecast Period | 2024-2032 |
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Historical and Forecast Trends, Industry Drivers and Constraints, Historical and Forecast Market Analysis by Segment:
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Breakup by End Use |
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*At Expert Market Research, we strive to always give you current and accurate information. The numbers depicted in the description are indicative and may differ from the actual numbers in the final EMR report.
1 Preface
2 Report Coverage – Key Segmentation and Scope
3 Report Description
3.1 Market Definition and Outlook
3.2 Properties and Applications
3.3 Market Analysis
3.4 Key Players
4 Key Assumptions
5 Executive Summary
5.1 Overview
5.2 Key Drivers
5.3 Key Developments
5.4 Competitive Structure
5.5 Key Industrial Trends
6 Market Snapshot
7 Opportunities and Challenges in the Market
8 Global Limestone Market Overview
8.1 Key Industry Highlights
8.2 Global Limestone Historical Market (2018-2023)
8.3 Global Limestone Market Forecast (2024-2032)
8.4 Global Limestone Market Share by Region
8.4.1 North America
8.4.2 Europe
8.4.3 Asia Pacific
8.4.4 Latin America
8.4.5 Middle East and Africa
9 Europe Limestone Market Overview
9.1 Key Industry Highlights
9.2 Europe Limestone Historical Market (2018-2023)
9.3 Europe Limestone Market Forecast (2024-2032)
10 Europe Limestone Market by Application
10.1 Industry Lime
10.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
10.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
10.2 Construction Lime
10.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
10.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
10.3 Chemical Lime
10.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
10.3.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
10.4 Refractory Lime
10.4.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
10.4.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11 Europe Limestone Market by End Use
11.1 Agriculture
11.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.2 Building and Construction
11.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.3 Iron and Steel Manufacturing
11.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.3.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.4 Chemical
11.4.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.4.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.5 Others
12 Europe Limestone Market by Country
12.1 Germany
12.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
12.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
12.2 United Kingdom
12.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
12.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
12.3 France
12.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
12.3.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
12.4 Italy
12.4.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
12.4.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
12.5 Others
13 Market Dynamics
13.1 SWOT Analysis
13.1.1 Strengths
13.1.2 Weaknesses
13.1.3 Opportunities
13.1.4 Threats
13.2 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
13.2.1 Supplier’s Power
13.2.2 Buyer’s Power
13.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
13.2.4 Degree of Rivalry
13.2.5 Threat of Substitutes
13.3 Key Indicators of Demand
13.4 Key Indicators of Price
14 Trade Data Analysis (HS Code-2521)
14.1 Major Importing Countries
14.1.1 By Volume
14.1.2 By Value
14.2 Major Exporting Countries
14.2.1 By Volume
14.2.2 By Value
15 Price Analysis
16 Competitive Landscape
16.1 Market Structure
16.2 Company Profiles
16.2.1 Carmeuse Holding S.A.
16.2.1.1 Company Overview
16.2.1.2 Product Portfolio
16.2.1.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
16.2.1.4 Certifications
16.2.2 Burlington Slate Ltd.
16.2.2.1 Company Overview
16.2.2.2 Product Portfolio
16.2.2.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
16.2.2.4 Certifications
16.2.3 Sigmaroc PLC (Nordkalk Corporation)
16.2.3.1 Company Overview
16.2.3.2 Product Portfolio
16.2.3.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
16.2.3.4 Certifications
16.2.4 Franzefoss Minerals AS
16.2.4.1 Company Overview
16.2.4.2 Product Portfolio
16.2.4.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
16.2.4.4 Certifications
16.2.5 Lhoist S.A.
16.2.5.1 Company Overview
16.2.5.2 Product Portfolio
16.2.5.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
16.2.5.4 Certifications
16.2.6 Fels-Werke GmbH
16.2.6.1 Company Overview
16.2.6.2 Product Portfolio
16.2.6.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
16.2.6.4 Certifications
16.2.7 SCR-Sibelco NV
16.2.7.1 Company Overview
16.2.7.2 Product Portfolio
16.2.7.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
16.2.7.4 Certifications
16.2.8 WIG Weitersdorfer Holding GmbH
16.2.8.1 Company Overview
16.2.8.2 Product Portfolio
16.2.8.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
16.2.8.4 Certifications
16.2.9 Ognyanovo K AD
16.2.9.1 Company Overview
16.2.9.2 Product Portfolio
16.2.9.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
16.2.9.4 Certifications
16.2.10 Longcliffe Quarries Ltd.
16.2.10.1 Company Overview
16.2.10.2 Product Portfolio
16.2.10.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
16.2.10.4 Certifications
16.2.11 Others
17 Key Trends and Developments in the Market
List of Key Figures and Tables
1. Global Limestone Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2018 and 2032
2. Europe Limestone Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2018 and 2032
3. Europe Limestone Historical Market: Breakup by Application (USD Billion), 2018-2023
4. Europe Limestone Market Forecast: Breakup by Application (USD Billion), 2024-2032
5. Europe Limestone Historical Market: Breakup by End Use (USD Billion), 2018-2023
6. Europe Limestone Market Forecast: Breakup by End Use (USD Billion), 2024-2032
7. Europe Limestone Historical Market: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2018-2023
8. Europe Limestone Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2024-2032
9. Major Importing Countries by Volume
10. Major Exporting Countries by Volume
11. Major Importing Countries by Value
12. Major Exporting Countries by Value
13. Europe Limestone Market Structure
In 2023, the market reached an approximate value of USD 13.73 billion.
The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.6% between 2024 and 2032.
The market is estimated to witness a healthy growth in the forecast period of 2024-2032, reaching a value of around USD 20.76 billion by 2032.
The major market drivers are the growth of the construction sector, heightened usage of limestone in water treatment, and incorporation of limestone in the steel production process.
The key trends of the market include increased utilisation of limestone as agricultural lime, incorporation of limestone in European sewage disposal systems, the growing use of limestone as a raw material for Portland cement, and growing production of eco-friendly limestone products by market players.
The major applications are industry lime, construction lime, chemical lime, and refractory lime.
Different end uses are agriculture, building and construction, iron and steel manufacturing, and chemical, among others.
The key players in the market are Carmeuse Holding S.A., Burlington Slate Ltd., Sigmaroc PLC (Nordkalk Corporation), Franzefoss Minerals AS, Lhoist S.A., Fels-Werke GmbH, SCR-Sibelco NV, WIG Weitersdorfer Holding GmbH, Ognyanovo K AD, and Longcliffe Quarries Ltd., among others.
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