In 2023, Italy led the EU in wearing apparel manufacturing with a value of 28.64 billion Euros, significantly surpassing Germany and France, valued at 7.2 and 6.01 billion Euros respectively. The United Kingdom and Spain followed, with values of 4.92 and 4.36 billion Euros. Notably, Portugal contributed 3.72 billion Euros, highlighting its growing role, supported by Romania and Poland at 2.21 and 1.94 billion Euros. Despite smaller values, Bulgaria and Switzerland showed steady manufacturing outputs. Over the past two years, Italy's dominance sustained its growth, indicating a consistent leadership and influence in this sector across Europe.
Looking ahead, Europe’s apparel manufacturing landscape is expected to emphasize sustainability and innovation, driven by eco-friendly materials and digitalized production processes. Industry leaders should watch for increased competitiveness from Eastern European countries, likely to leverage cost-effective production and skilled labor to enhance their positions by implementing advanced technologies and capturing emerging fast fashion trends.
Top countries in Top Wearing Apparel Manufacturing EU Countries
| # | 10 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 28,640 | 2016 | |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 7,200 | 2016 | |
| 3 | 3 France | 6,010 | 2016 | |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 4,920 | 2016 | |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 4,360 | 2016 | |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 3,720 | 2016 | |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 2,210 | 2016 | |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 1,940 | 2016 | |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 1,350 | 2016 | |
| 10 | 10 Switzerland | 996.9 | 2016 |
