European import of glass in sheets shows Germany as the largest importer, with Poland and Belgium following. Notably, Austria and Sweden saw significant increases in imports in 2023 with year-on-year growth of 13.34% and 30.2%, respectively. Conversely, France experienced a decline of 5.29%. Luxembourg's imports surged by 83.05%, although its total volume remains relatively modest. An average growth trend is observed across several countries over the past five years, driven by industrial demands and construction projects.
Future trends to watch include the geopolitical impacts on supply chains and sustainability efforts influencing European import habits. Technological advancements in glass manufacturing and recycling may further shape import dynamics.
Top countries in Import of Glass in Sheets by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 44,242,000 | 2023 | +1.76% | -0.81% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 23,478,000 | 2023 | +2.55% | +2.82% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 20,533,000 | 2023 | +3.64% | +10.06% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 14,386,000 | 2023 | +3.98% | +0.65% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 14,308,000 | 2023 | -0.68% | -5.29% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 9,117,900 | 2023 | +3.17% | +13.34% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 8,206,700 | 2023 | -0.53% | -0.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 6,138,100 | 2023 | +7.12% | +2.14% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 5,888,000 | 2023 | -1.72% | +0.29% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czechia | 5,297,900 | 2023 |
