The European export market for coated paper and paperboard shows a varied landscape in 2024. Finland leads with the highest export share, followed by Germany and Austria. Notable year-on-year changes include a decline for Finland and Germany, while Austria, Belgium, and smaller players like Poland and Bulgaria experience growth. France and Latvia face significant reductions. Austria has maintained a consistent upward trend, indicating robust market dynamics compared to more saturated markets like Germany and Finland. Over the last five years, there have been moderate fluctuations, with newer markets incrementally capturing a small share.
Future trends to watch include:
- Shifts in demand due to digitalization impacting traditional paper consumption.
- Emergence of environmentally sustainable products prompting shifts in production and export strategies.
- Potential impact of economic policies and trade agreements influencing intra-European market dynamics.
Top countries in Export of Paper and Paperboard Used for Writing, Printing or Other Graphic Purposes, Coated with Kaolin or with Other Inorganic Substances Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Finland | 29.68 | 2023 | +4.45% | -1.88% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 19.39 | 2023 | +3.01% | -0.96% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 13.04 | 2023 | +6.45% | +2.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 10.86 | 2023 | +4.82% | +1.58% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 10.07 | 2023 | +8.77% | +0.72% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 4.72 | 2023 | -1.74% | -2.3% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 3.89 | 2023 | +2.65% | -0.13% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 3.52 | 2023 | -1.37% | +0.04% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 1.57 | 2023 | -18.48% | -15.46% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 1.42 | 2023 | -0.13% | +0.58% | View data |
