In a global environment of rising trade volatility and geopolitical tension, Greece – a long-standing powerhouse in the marble industry – is called to redefine its strategic positioning. The new in-depth study by Stonenews.eu, titled “Greece’s Marble Exports – Q1 2025”, analyzes the sector’s ten-year evolution, highlighting key changes in production, export markets, and product composition.
The study examines the total exports of natural marble from Greece over the period 2015–2025, focusing on both value and volume performance, while revealing structural shifts that are reshaping the country’s export momentum.
From Rapid Growth to Structural Challenges – A Decade in Review
Between 2015 and 2018, Greek marble exports surged, with value more than doubling – from €44.9 million to over €92 million – and volume approaching 240,000 tons. This growth was fueled mainly by China’s strong demand for raw materials.
However, 2019 marked a turning point. The US–China trade war negatively impacted Chinese imports, triggering a decline in Greek exports: –9% in value, –19% in volume. The COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 deepened the pressure, disrupting global supply chains and construction activity.
2021 brought a short-lived recovery, but the period from 2022 to 2025 confirms a downward trend. Q1 2025 recorded the lowest export figures in the last nine years.
Behind the Decline – Comparative Figures
| Year | Export Value (€) | Quantity (tons) | % Change from 2021 |
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| 2021 | €74.1 million | 199,000 | – |
| 2025 | €60.4 million | 156,000 | –18.47% (value), –21.75% (volume) |
The year-on-year drop from 2024 to 2025 was –7.78% in value and –6.47% in quantity – confirming a sustained downward trajectory.
Product Breakdown – Shift Toward Processed Marble
Segment-level analysis reveals significant differences:
Raw Marble:
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Strong growth from €15.8M (2015) to €60.2M (2018)
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Sharp drop post-2019
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Q1 2025: only €22.8M – the lowest in the decade
Processed Marble:
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Value stable between €35M–€38M (2020–2025)
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Significant increase in average price per ton: from €663 (2020) to €845 (2025)
This trend signals a strategic shift in Greece’s export structure, favoring higher-value, processed marble products that are more resilient to external shocks.
China Still Dominant – The Need for Diversification
Despite declining demand, China maintains a dominant position:
Raw Marble to China (Q1 2025):
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25.61% of total export value
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45.04% of total quantity
Total Marble Exports to China (raw + processed):
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26.38% of total value
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47.21% of total quantity
Over 70% of exports are concentrated in five markets – China, Algeria, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Cyprus – underlining the urgency for geographic diversification to reduce external vulnerability.
What the Report Includes:
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Full analysis of Greek marble exports from 2015 to 2025
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Breakdown into raw and processed categories
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Metrics: value, quantity, average price per ton
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Key trends, turning points, and historical highs/lows
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Export performance by destination country – market share & concentration
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Commercial risks and strategic opportunities
Key Questions the Study Answers:
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What are the dominant trends in Greek marble exports over the past decade?
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How has the export product mix evolved?
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Which categories show resilience and growth potential?
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What role does China play, and which markets can replace lost demand?
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What strategic reorientation is needed for long-term growth?
The Study Includes:
📊 Excel dataset with detailed figures by product and destination
📈 Graphs and visual tables to capture market trends
📅 Comparative charts by year and product category
Target Audience:
Exporters of natural stone, quarrying and processing companies, industry stakeholders, trade consultants, policy makers, and investors in the building materials sector.
This report is part of Stonenews.eu’s 2025 strategic insight series, offering essential intelligence during a time of major transformation for Greece’s marble industry.
📩 For more information or to request the full report, contact us at:
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