Spain: Macael marble sector forecasts turnover of €500mn

The marble sector in Macael (Almeria) in Spain expects to reach earnings growth of €30 million in 2013, with estimated sales for the year being in the region of €500 million. There are 120 companies which are active in the sector, employing 3,250 people directly. The sector achieved record exports in 2012 at €197.90 million, with its main customers being the US, Germany, France, Japan, UAE, UK, Russia and Italy.