The United Kingdom dominates the European import market for metal forming machinery with a share of 70.31% by units in 2023. Notable smaller importers include the Netherlands, Spain, and Poland. A diverse set of countries, including Greece and Malta, displayed significant year-on-year increases in import share, with Greece up by 32.78% and Malta by 37.28%. Meanwhile, Germany and Slovakia saw declines of 2.96% and 23.35%, respectively. These trends highlight the dynamic nature of the European market with shifting import patterns.
Looking forward, key trends to monitor include how technological advancements and supply chain resilience might influence import demand in the European market. The growth momentum in Greece and Malta suggests potential emerging market shifts, while stabilization or reversal of declines in countries like Germany could redefine market dynamics.
Top countries in Import of Metal Forming Machinery Share by Country (Units (Items))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 70.31 | 2023 | +5.62% | +6.08% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 5.18 | 2023 | +3.88% | +8.99% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 4.86 | 2023 | +2.95% | +8.19% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 3.42 | 2023 | +4.4% | +11.06% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ireland | 3.1 | 2023 | +34.49% | +3.82% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 2.54 | 2023 | +4.21% | +7.27% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czechia | 2.13 | 2023 | |||
| 8 | 8 Germany | 1.98 | 2023 | +0.23% | -2.96% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 1.79 | 2023 | +4.85% | +5.94% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 1.77 | 2021 | -44.64% | -27.9% | View data |
