In 2023, France led European sold production of glass fibre-related products with 381.21 million kilograms, followed by the United Kingdom and Germany. France demonstrated a significant growth of 4.98% year-on-year, while Germany achieved a higher growth rate of 6.31%. In contrast, countries like Poland and Denmark faced declines, registering -0.61% and -4.59% respectively. Smaller producers like Estonia experienced the sharpest decline with -65.44%. Over the past five years, the compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) illustrated resilient growth in Western European countries, whereas Eastern European nations displayed slower or negative trends.
Future trends to watch involve advancements in eco-friendly and high-performance glass fibre technologies, potentially enhancing production capacities. Furthermore, investment in renewable energy infrastructure, where glass fibres are a critical component, could spur demand. Sustainability pressures and innovations may consolidate the leading positions of key producers like France, Germany, and the UK.
Top countries in Sold Production of Voiles, Webs, Mats, Mattresses, Boards and Other Articles of Glass Fibres by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 381,210,000 | 2023 | +3.54% | +4.98% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 316,650,000 | 2023 | +1.77% | +4.18% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 246,500,000 | 2023 | +2.11% | +6.31% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 220,440,000 | 2023 | +11.11% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 85,993,000 | 2023 | +0.69% | -0.61% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 74,931,000 | 2023 | +2.02% | +0.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 52,433,000 | 2023 | +14.71% | +3.18% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 17,303,000 | 2023 | +22.68% | -4.59% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 16,311,000 | 2023 | +4.5% | -0.14% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 10,794,000 | 2023 | +4.79% | +4.12% | View data |
