In 2023, Germany led European exports of folding cartons, boxes, and cases of non-corrugated paper or paperboard with 619.5 million kilograms, followed by the Netherlands and Belgium. Portugal and Ireland showed notable percentage increases, while Spain and Malta experienced declines. The leading countries, Germany and the Netherlands, posted modest gains and are expected to maintain a significant market share. Smaller markets like Greece and Ireland exhibited stronger year-on-year increases, suggesting growth potential. Over the past five years, consistent growth patterns emerged in Eastern Europe, stimulated by cost advantages and increasing quality competitiveness.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential increased demand in sustainability-driven markets, encouraging innovation in eco-efficient products.
- Continuous investment in advanced production technologies across Europe to enhance export capacity.
- The impact of regulatory changes in packaging waste and recycling obligations on production and export strategies.
Top countries in Export of Folding Cartons, Boxes and Cases of Non-Corrugated Paper or Paperboard by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 619,500,000 | 2023 | +2.46% | +1.31% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 334,750,000 | 2023 | +1.33% | +3.03% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 218,110,000 | 2023 | +4.2% | +0.2% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 205,730,000 | 2023 | +3.67% | +5% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 160,470,000 | 2023 | +1.39% | +3.76% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 107,230,000 | 2023 | +3.75% | -2.18% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 97,254,000 | 2023 | +1.67% | +1.04% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 67,173,000 | 2023 | +2.02% | +4.64% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 65,989,000 | 2023 | -1.46% | +4.19% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czechia | 56,112,000 | 2023 |
