In 2023, Germany led Europe in the production of natural or artificial abrasive powder or grain on a base of woven textile fabric, reaching 19.396 million square meters, though experiencing a slight decline of 1.41%. Italy followed with 9.8426 million square meters, with a modest growth of 0.94%. Portugal stood out with a significant increase of 6.03%, reaching 7.7113 million square meters, making it a country to watch. Meanwhile, Poland saw a slight dip of 1.1%. Despite declining productions, other notable players included France, Hungary, and the United Kingdom. Remarkably, Estonia showed the highest growth with 37.52%, albeit from a small base.
Trends worth monitoring include:
- Expect continued growth in Portugal and niche players like Estonia benefiting from modernization and strategic investments.
- Watch for potential recovery in traditional markets, including Germany and France, through increased automation and efficiency.
- Monitor environmental regulations that might impact production costs and innovation in eco-friendly alternatives.
Top countries in Sold Production of Natural or Artificial Abrasive Powder or Grain on a Base of Woven Textile Fabric Only by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Square Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 19,396,000 | 2023 | +4.63% | -1.41% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 9,842,600 | 2023 | +9.01% | +0.94% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 7,711,300 | 2023 | +8.58% | +6.03% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 6,480,000 | 2023 | +0.37% | -1.1% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 3,977,800 | 2023 | +2.14% | -1.19% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 1,678,900 | 2023 | +0.16% | -0.96% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 1,039,000 | 2023 | -4.26% | -3.28% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 397,800 | 2023 | -3.04% | -2.76% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 364,000 | 2021 | +7.71% | +0.83% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 257,530 | 2023 | -5.27% | -4.19% | View data |
