Belgium led the European sold production of polyethylene having a specific gravity not exceeding 0.94 in primary forms in 2023, with France showing the highest positive year-on-year growth at 1.55%. The overall trend indicates a mixed performance, with declines in countries like the Netherlands and Italy by 3.52% and 5.1%, respectively. Meanwhile, Portugal's significant 4.14% increase highlights regional differences. Over the last five years, varied growth patterns were evident across the continent.
Future trends to watch include advancements in recycling technologies, potential shifts due to regulatory changes, and increased focus on sustainable packaging, which may influence production volumes notably in environmentally proactive nations.
Top countries in Sold Production of Polyethylene Having a Specific Gravity Not Exceeding 0,94 in Primary Forms by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 694,550,000 | 2023 | -0.16% | +0.11% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 616,300,000 | 2023 | -2.17% | -3.52% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 585,880,000 | 2023 | -1.54% | -0.7% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 563,110,000 | 2023 | +3.74% | +1.55% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 286,940,000 | 2023 | -1.18% | -5.1% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 169,710,000 | 2023 | +1.07% | -1.98% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 149,480,000 | 2023 | -0.02% | +4.14% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 54,151,000 | 2023 | -1.94% | -2.24% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 16,377,000 | 2023 | +0.58% | +0.12% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 15,387,000 | 2023 | +1.5% | -2.38% | View data |
