The British Geological Survey (BGS) has one of the largest databases in the world on the production and trade of minerals. Our experienced team compiles statistics of mineral production and trade for the UK and the world. The data is published as annual books and ad hoc or customised reports to suit particular requirements. The work involves close contact with the minerals industry in the UK and throughout the world.
UK and world mineral statistics datasets
- Worldwide
- Open
We have one of the largest databases in the world on the production and trade of minerals.
Key information
- Coverage:
- Worldwide
- Availability:
- Open
- Price:
Available on application. See our copyright arrangements for more information.
- Format:
- Database tables
- Uses:
- National-level to International-level use
- Themes:
- Geoscience information, Mining and minerals
Information is compiled from a wide range of sources:
- home and overseas government departments
- national statistical offices
- specialist commodity authorities
- company reports
- a network of contacts throughout the world
The database compilers aim for integrity and accuracy and, for quality control of data, participate in international specialist groups and maintain close links with other mineral statistics providers in Europe and North America.
Publications
The data is published each year in three annual publications.
World Mineral Production
World Mineral Production contains production statistics, by country, for the majority of economically important mineral commodities, including ferrous and non-ferrous metals, industrial minerals and hydrocarbons.
European Mineral Statistics
European Mineral Statistics is dedicated to statistical information about minerals and metals in Europe. Production, export and import tables are presented for all EU members and EU candidate countries, plus Norway and Switzerland, both by country and by commodity.
United Kingdom Minerals Yearbook
The United Kingdom Minerals Yearbook provides comprehensive statistical data on minerals production, consumption and trade in the UK, and includes commentary on the UK’s minerals industry.
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