In 2024, Slovakia leads with 895 soft drink enterprises, supported by notable growth of 12.3% from 2023. In contrast, Hungary shows a slight decline of 1.91%, reflected in its 601 enterprises. Notable increases are seen in the Netherlands (13.26%) and Finland (8.76%), whereas Italy and Bulgaria experience decreases of 4.24% and 5.62%, respectively. Germany shows stability with a modest 2.08% increase. The sector is diverse, with smaller markets like Luxembourg and Malta maintaining minimal enterprise numbers.
Future trends to watch include digitalization across the industry, increased focus on sustainability, and potential consolidation among enterprises aimed at achieving efficiency and enhancing competitive positioning.
Top countries in Soft Drinks Number of Enterprises by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Enterprises) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Slovakia | 895 | 2023 | +10.49% | +12.3% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Hungary | 601 | 2023 | -1.64% | -1.91% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 373 | 2023 | +2.19% | +1.81% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 297 | 2023 | +1.02% | +2.08% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 293 | 2023 | -0.34% | -0.54% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 249 | 2023 | -0.8% | -1.75% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 243 | 2023 | +1.25% | -0.72% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 214 | 2023 | -1.83% | +0.67% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 153 | 2023 | -4.37% | -4.24% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 143 | 2023 | -4.67% | -5.62% | View data |