Europe Limestone Market Size, Share & Trend Analysis Report By End Use (Construction, Iron & Steel, Agriculture, Chemical, Others), By Country And Segment Forecasts, 2025 - 2030
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Europe Limestone Market Growth & Trends
The Europe Limestone market size is expected treach USD 19.42 billion in 2030 and is projected tgrow at a CAGR of 5.1% from 2025 t2030. Rising investments in the building & construction industry, increasing demand for PCC and GCC from the paper industry, and high utilization of fertilizers are growth drivers for the Europe limestone market.
The construction market exhibited a positive trend in the early months of 2023. In January 2023, construction production within the Eurozone rose by 3.8% from 2022, and in the EU, it increased by 3.3%. Further, increasing demand for green construction is expected taugment the limestone demand in the region over the forecast period.
Also, limestone gives important nutrients like calcium and magnesium tthe soil, which are crucial for plants tgrow well. Calcium helps the roots grow, cells divide, and plants absorb nutrients. Limestone alsimproves the soil's structure and makes it easier for water tgthrough, preventing tomuch water from staying in the soil and lowering the risk of certain plant diseases.
The global food crisis in the world is increasing due trapid population growth, climate change, soil degradation, and water scarcity. According tthe World Bank’s Global Report on Food Crises 2023, more than a quarter ta billion or a quarter of a billion people in 58 countries are facing acute food insecurity and require urgent food assistance. Owing tthis reason, countries are investing in increasing agricultural production of their country, which requires large amounts of high-quality fertilizers. This is expected topen new opportunities for limestone manufacturers.
Ireland is one of the fastest-growing countries in the world. The IMF enlists it as the third fastest-growing country in Europe and expects its real GDP texpand by 4% in 2023. Construction is one of the vital industries in the country and is expected tgrow by 2.5-3% in 2023. The majority of the limestone production in the country is catered tthe farmers for agricultural lime.
Competitive rivalry is high in the market owing tthe presence of several global and regional players. Nordkalk, Carmeuse, Lhoist, and Sibelcare among the leading limestone mining and processing companies in Europe. Presently, they are investing in marketing and research & development activities tremain competitive in the market.
Europe Limestone Market Report Highlights
Europe Limestone Market Growth & Trends
The Europe Limestone market size is expected treach USD 19.42 billion in 2030 and is projected tgrow at a CAGR of 5.1% from 2025 t2030. Rising investments in the building & construction industry, increasing demand for PCC and GCC from the paper industry, and high utilization of fertilizers are growth drivers for the Europe limestone market.
The construction market exhibited a positive trend in the early months of 2023. In January 2023, construction production within the Eurozone rose by 3.8% from 2022, and in the EU, it increased by 3.3%. Further, increasing demand for green construction is expected taugment the limestone demand in the region over the forecast period.
Also, limestone gives important nutrients like calcium and magnesium tthe soil, which are crucial for plants tgrow well. Calcium helps the roots grow, cells divide, and plants absorb nutrients. Limestone alsimproves the soil's structure and makes it easier for water tgthrough, preventing tomuch water from staying in the soil and lowering the risk of certain plant diseases.
The global food crisis in the world is increasing due trapid population growth, climate change, soil degradation, and water scarcity. According tthe World Bank’s Global Report on Food Crises 2023, more than a quarter ta billion or a quarter of a billion people in 58 countries are facing acute food insecurity and require urgent food assistance. Owing tthis reason, countries are investing in increasing agricultural production of their country, which requires large amounts of high-quality fertilizers. This is expected topen new opportunities for limestone manufacturers.
Ireland is one of the fastest-growing countries in the world. The IMF enlists it as the third fastest-growing country in Europe and expects its real GDP texpand by 4% in 2023. Construction is one of the vital industries in the country and is expected tgrow by 2.5-3% in 2023. The majority of the limestone production in the country is catered tthe farmers for agricultural lime.
Competitive rivalry is high in the market owing tthe presence of several global and regional players. Nordkalk, Carmeuse, Lhoist, and Sibelcare among the leading limestone mining and processing companies in Europe. Presently, they are investing in marketing and research & development activities tremain competitive in the market.
Europe Limestone Market Report Highlights
- Based on end use, Limestone is used tproduce mortar, construction aggregates, cement, tiles, plaster, and other building materials. Construction and infrastructure demands are high in European countries
- The Germany limestone market twitness significant growth, the expansion of residential and non-residential construction sectors is projected tremain a key factor for the growth of limestone demand.
- The France limestone market has witnessed a rise in investments in the wake of the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics, which has a budget of EUR 3.8 billion (~USD 4.4 billion).
- The European Commission approved a funding scheme for Czechia tsupport railway siding projects, including renovations, upgrades, and new construction. Such investments are expected tdrive demand for limestone over the forecast period.
CHAPTER 1. METHODOLOGY AND SCOPE
1.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
1.2. Market Definition
1.3. Information Procurement
1.3.1. Information Analysis
1.3.2. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
1.3.3. Data Validation & Publishing
1.4. Research Scope and Assumptions
1.4.1. List of Data Sources
CHAPTER 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
2.1. Market Snapshot
2.2. Segmental Outlook
2.3. Competitive Outlook
CHAPTER 3. MARKET VARIABLES, TRENDS, AND SCOPE
3.1. Market Lineage Outlook
3.1.1. Global Limestone Market Outlook
3.2. Value Chain Analysis
3.2.1. Raw Material Outlook
3.3. Manufacturing Overview
3.4. Regulatory Framework
3.5. Market Dynamics
3.5.1. Market Driver Analysis
3.5.2. Market Restraint Analysis
3.6. Industry Trends
3.6.1. ESG Trends
3.6.2. Trade Scenario
3.7. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
3.7.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
3.7.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
3.7.3. Threat of Substitution
3.7.4. Threat of New Entrants
3.7.5. Competitive Rivalry
3.8. PESTLE Analysis
3.8.1. Political
3.8.2. Economic
3.8.3. Social Landscape
3.8.4. Technology
3.8.5. Environmental
3.8.6. Legal
CHAPTER 4. EUROPE LIMESTONE MARKET: END USE ESTIMATES & TREND ANALYSIS
4.1. Europe Limestone Market: End Use Movement Analysis, 2024 & 2030
4.2. Construction
4.2.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
4.3. Iron & Steel
4.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
4.4. Agriculture
4.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
4.5. Chemical
4.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
4.6. Others
4.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
CHAPTER 5. EUROPE LIMESTONE MARKET: REGIONAL ESTIMATES & TREND ANALYSIS
5.1. Regional Analysis, 2023 & 2030
5.2. Europe
5.2.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.3. Germany
5.2.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.3.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.4. UK
5.2.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.4.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.5. Ireland
5.2.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.5.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.6. Sweden
5.2.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.6.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.7. Norway
5.2.7.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.7.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.8. Norway
5.2.8.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.8.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.9. France
5.2.9.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.9.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.10. Finland
5.2.10.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.10.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.11. Estonia
5.2.11.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.11.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.12. Lithuania
5.2.12.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.12.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.13. Czechia
5.2.13.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.13.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.14. Poland
5.2.14.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.14.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.15. Belgium
5.2.15.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.15.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.16. Spain
5.2.16.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.16.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
CHAPTER 6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6.1. Recent Developments, By Key Market Participants
6.2. Kraljic Matrix
6.3. Company Categorization
6.4. Company Market Ranking
6.5. Heat Map Analysis
6.6. Vendor Landscape
6.6.1. List of Raw Material Suppliers
6.6.2. List of Distributors/Traders
6.6.3. List of Other Prominent Manufacturers
6.7. List of Prospective End Users
6.8. Strategy Mapping
6.9. Company Profiles/Listing
6.9.1. Nordkalk
6.9.1.1. Company Overview
6.9.1.2. Product Benchmarking
6.9.2. CARMEUSE
6.9.2.1. Company Overview
6.9.2.2. Product Benchmarking
6.9.3. Lhoist
6.9.3.1. Company Overview
6.9.3.2. Product Benchmarking
6.9.4. Sibelco
6.9.4.1. Company Overview
6.9.4.2. Product Benchmarking
6.9.5. Ognyanovo-K
6.9.5.1. Company Overview
6.9.5.2. Product Benchmarking
6.9.6. WIG Wietersdorfer Holding GmbH
6.9.6.1. Company Overview
6.9.6.2. Product Benchmarking
6.9.7. Franzefoss Minerals
6.9.7.1. Company Overview
6.9.7.2. Product Benchmarking
6.9.8. Graymont
6.9.8.1. Company Overview
6.9.8.2. Product Benchmarking
6.9.9. CARRI?RES DU HAINAUT
6.9.9.1. Company Overview
6.9.9.2. Product Benchmarking
6.9.10. Kalkfabrik Netstal AG
6.9.10.1. Company Overview
6.9.10.2. Product Benchmarking
1.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
1.2. Market Definition
1.3. Information Procurement
1.3.1. Information Analysis
1.3.2. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
1.3.3. Data Validation & Publishing
1.4. Research Scope and Assumptions
1.4.1. List of Data Sources
CHAPTER 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
2.1. Market Snapshot
2.2. Segmental Outlook
2.3. Competitive Outlook
CHAPTER 3. MARKET VARIABLES, TRENDS, AND SCOPE
3.1. Market Lineage Outlook
3.1.1. Global Limestone Market Outlook
3.2. Value Chain Analysis
3.2.1. Raw Material Outlook
3.3. Manufacturing Overview
3.4. Regulatory Framework
3.5. Market Dynamics
3.5.1. Market Driver Analysis
3.5.2. Market Restraint Analysis
3.6. Industry Trends
3.6.1. ESG Trends
3.6.2. Trade Scenario
3.7. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
3.7.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
3.7.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
3.7.3. Threat of Substitution
3.7.4. Threat of New Entrants
3.7.5. Competitive Rivalry
3.8. PESTLE Analysis
3.8.1. Political
3.8.2. Economic
3.8.3. Social Landscape
3.8.4. Technology
3.8.5. Environmental
3.8.6. Legal
CHAPTER 4. EUROPE LIMESTONE MARKET: END USE ESTIMATES & TREND ANALYSIS
4.1. Europe Limestone Market: End Use Movement Analysis, 2024 & 2030
4.2. Construction
4.2.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
4.3. Iron & Steel
4.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
4.4. Agriculture
4.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
4.5. Chemical
4.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
4.6. Others
4.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
CHAPTER 5. EUROPE LIMESTONE MARKET: REGIONAL ESTIMATES & TREND ANALYSIS
5.1. Regional Analysis, 2023 & 2030
5.2. Europe
5.2.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.3. Germany
5.2.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.3.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.4. UK
5.2.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.4.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.5. Ireland
5.2.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.5.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.6. Sweden
5.2.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.6.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.7. Norway
5.2.7.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.7.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.8. Norway
5.2.8.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.8.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.9. France
5.2.9.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.9.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.10. Finland
5.2.10.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.10.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.11. Estonia
5.2.11.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.11.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.12. Lithuania
5.2.12.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.12.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.13. Czechia
5.2.13.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.13.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.14. Poland
5.2.14.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.14.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.15. Belgium
5.2.15.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.15.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.16. Spain
5.2.16.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.2.16.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
CHAPTER 6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6.1. Recent Developments, By Key Market Participants
6.2. Kraljic Matrix
6.3. Company Categorization
6.4. Company Market Ranking
6.5. Heat Map Analysis
6.6. Vendor Landscape
6.6.1. List of Raw Material Suppliers
6.6.2. List of Distributors/Traders
6.6.3. List of Other Prominent Manufacturers
6.7. List of Prospective End Users
6.8. Strategy Mapping
6.9. Company Profiles/Listing
6.9.1. Nordkalk
6.9.1.1. Company Overview
6.9.1.2. Product Benchmarking
6.9.2. CARMEUSE
6.9.2.1. Company Overview
6.9.2.2. Product Benchmarking
6.9.3. Lhoist
6.9.3.1. Company Overview
6.9.3.2. Product Benchmarking
6.9.4. Sibelco
6.9.4.1. Company Overview
6.9.4.2. Product Benchmarking
6.9.5. Ognyanovo-K
6.9.5.1. Company Overview
6.9.5.2. Product Benchmarking
6.9.6. WIG Wietersdorfer Holding GmbH
6.9.6.1. Company Overview
6.9.6.2. Product Benchmarking
6.9.7. Franzefoss Minerals
6.9.7.1. Company Overview
6.9.7.2. Product Benchmarking
6.9.8. Graymont
6.9.8.1. Company Overview
6.9.8.2. Product Benchmarking
6.9.9. CARRI?RES DU HAINAUT
6.9.9.1. Company Overview
6.9.9.2. Product Benchmarking
6.9.10. Kalkfabrik Netstal AG
6.9.10.1. Company Overview
6.9.10.2. Product Benchmarking
