As of 2023, Germany leads the European paper and paperboard exports market with a 23.77% share, followed by Sweden and Finland with 14.99% and 12.48%, respectively. Year-on-year data shows a decline in major exporters like Finland (-6.7%) and Sweden (-2.14%), with slight growth for countries like the United Kingdom (7.61%) and Poland (1.44%). Over the past five years, fluctuations have been evident, with some Eastern European countries, such as Romania and Bulgaria, experiencing notable increases, whereas Western European countries like Germany and France face challenges maintaining their shares.
Future trends to watch include:
- The potential increase in Eastern European exports as they mature in the industry.
- How sustainability trends and environmental policies impact production and export dynamics.
- The digitalization of production processes and its effect on efficiency and market share adjustments.
Top countries in Paper and Paperboard Exports Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 23.77 | 2023 | +3.34% | -1.09% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 14.99 | 2023 | -0.15% | -2.14% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Finland | 12.48 | 2023 | +0.99% | -6.7% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 6.61 | 2023 | +1.73% | -2.35% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 6.43 | 2023 | -0.23% | -1.2% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 5.86 | 2023 | +7.23% | -0.1% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 4.63 | 2023 | +2.21% | +1.44% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 4.26 | 2023 | +5.71% | -0.58% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 4.16 | 2023 | -0.038% | -1.32% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 3.54 | 2023 | +1.92% | +1.32% | View data |
