Algeria’s ceramics sector is experiencing a significant production boom, driven by growing demand for raw materials, particularly from Spain. The country’s import of Spanish ceramic equipment, supplies, and raw materials has surged, making it Spain’s second-largest foreign customer in this sector. This resurgence is a result of improved trade relations between Algeria and Spain.
• Algeria imported €44.6 million worth of semi-molten glass, ceramic coatings, and industrial coloured paints from Spain in the first five months of 2025.
• The ceramics sector in Algeria is experiencing a significant production boom, driven by massive housing sector programs.
• Algeria has transformed from an importer of Spanish ceramic and porcelain products to a buyer of factory equipment and supplies, as well as raw materials.
• Spain recorded a 2% overall growth in its exports of these products to various global markets in May 2025.
• A high-level Spanish delegation visited eastern Algeria to discuss partnership opportunities in Algerian factories in the ceramics sector.