The European import of flat glass was dominated by the Netherlands, Italy, and Spain in 2023, with significant imports also from Belgium and France. The country with the highest growth in 2023 was Denmark, with a 55.54% increase, followed by Estonia. Notably, imports from the Netherlands and Germany saw substantial increases as well. Conversely, countries like Greece, Lithuania, and Hungary experienced notable declines in imports. Over the last five years, the trend reflects significant fluctuations, with some countries showing high volatility and others more steady patterns.
Future trends to watch include the impact of green building initiatives across Europe, which could boost demand for specialized flat glass. Additionally, post-Brexit adjustments and economic recoveries may influence import dynamics, as well as potential supply chain challenges within European markets.
Top countries in Import of Flat Glass by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 5,403,800 | 2023 | +2% | +30.88% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 3,816,900 | 2023 | +10.25% | +3.51% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 3,126,500 | 2023 | -0.71% | +0.94% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 3,109,800 | 2023 | +6.62% | +12.21% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 2,096,400 | 2023 | +1.2% | +0.071% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 1,365,000 | 2023 | +15.13% | +30.75% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 946,870 | 2023 | +23.79% | +55.54% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Cyprus | 454,570 | 2023 | +5.97% | +9.86% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 408,380 | 2023 | +1.96% | -3.06% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Estonia | 376,380 | 2023 | +21.78% | +52.06% | View data |
