The European import market of drinking glasses, particularly those gathered by hand and excluding lead crystal, shows significant variation across countries. In 2023, Ireland emerged as the dominant player with a 19.2% market share, while Poland, Slovakia, and Romania occupied notable positions. Romania experienced a remarkable 106.01% growth, contrasting sharply with declines in Italy, Sweden, and the Netherlands. Other countries such as Denmark and France also displayed positive growth, whereas significant declines were noted in Cyprus and Slovenia. Over the last five years, compound annual growth rates highlighted a diverse pattern of expansion and contraction across different countries.
Future trends to monitor include:
- Potential stabilization or further recovery in markets like Slovakia and Italy.
- Continued growth in Romania could lead to a more substantial market presence.
- Developments in trade agreements or policies affecting cross-border exchanges in Europe.
- Technological advancements or shifts in consumer preferences impacting hand-gathered glassware demand.
Top countries in Import of Drinking Glasses Other than of Glass Ceramics of Lead Crystal, Gathered by Hand Share by Country (Units (Items))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ireland | 19.2 | 2023 | -3.01% | +2.97% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 14.56 | 2023 | +0.54% | +1.89% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Slovakia | 8.27 | 2023 | +1.24% | -10.41% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 7.95 | 2023 | +7.08% | +106.01% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 7.07 | 2023 | -37.17% | -11.37% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 6.98 | 2023 | +0.3% | -23.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovenia | 6.3 | 2023 | +0.73% | -10.78% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 6.29 | 2023 | +6.96% | -7.12% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 4.54 | 2021 | +3110% | +44.66% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 3.56 | 2023 | +33.97% | +21.17% | View data |
