In 2023, France led the European imports of boards, sheets, panels, tiles of plaster, representing 23.32% of the market, with positive growth of 5.76%. The UK followed with a 10.13% share and a notable increase of 7.61%. The Netherlands with 7.4%, Romania at 7.28%, and Sweden at 5.53%, though Sweden witnessed a decline of -7.31%. Germany's import share was low at 1.67%, showing a significant decrease of -10.93%. Over the past five years, emerging markets like Malta and Italy have shown substantial growth, driven by an array of market dynamics and evolving construction demands.
Looking ahead, European imports are anticipated to experience growth due to increased demand and urbanization. Key trends include:
- Continued growth in France and the UK driven by infrastructure projects.
- A potential rebound in Germany following economic recovery efforts.
- Emerging markets such as Italy and Malta, showing potential due to urbanization and new projects.
- Sustainability trends influencing material preferences and import dynamics across Europe.
Top countries in Import of Boards, Sheets, Panels, Tiles of Plaster or of Compositions Based on Plaster, Faced or Reinforced with Paper or Paperboard Only Share by Country (Square Meters)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 23.32 | 2023 | +2.52% | +5.76% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 10.13 | 2023 | +4.44% | +7.61% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 7.4 | 2023 | +1.18% | +1.71% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 7.28 | 2023 | +1.98% | +3.16% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 5.53 | 2023 | +1.93% | -7.31% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 4.89 | 2023 | +3.59% | +6.53% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 4.78 | 2023 | +2.53% | +10.92% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 3.92 | 2023 | +0.94% | +0.43% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 3.29 | 2023 | +1.87% | +3.28% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 3.08 | 2023 | +6.43% | -1.8% | View data |
