In 2023, Italy dominated European exports of leather articles for machinery with nearly 59% share by volume. Germany followed at 33%, while Belgium, the Netherlands, and Poland had minimal shares. Poland saw a remarkable 67% increase in its export share, while Austria grew by over 42%. Conversely, France saw its share vanish entirely, and the United Kingdom experienced a significant decline of over 16%. Overall, exports were characterized by discrete national strategies with varying success.
Future trends to watch:
- Potential resurgence of UK and other declining countries with strategic shifts in export policies.
- Continued growth by Poland signals a possibly stronger presence in future markets.
- Monitoring Italy's continued dominance amidst increasing competition from other European countries.
- Impact of EU trade policies and potential innovations in leather technologies influencing future export dynamics.
Top countries in Export of Articles of Leather or Composition Leather of a Kind Used in Machinery or Mechanical Appliances or for Other Technical Uses Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 58.95 | 2023 | +3.03% | +9.94% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 32.87 | 2023 | -2.47% | +2.35% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 2.99 | 2023 | +0.39% | +31.47% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 1.37 | 2023 | +2.33% | +2.08% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 1.22 | 2023 | +6.6% | +67.11% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 1.15 | 2023 | +10.08% | -5.38% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 0.81 | 2023 | -20.52% | -16.58% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 0.68 | 2023 | -32.48% | -8.6% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 0.41 | 2023 | +20.02% | +42.56% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 0.41 | 2023 | -7.76% | -5.55% | View data |