In 2023, France led European smart card exports, reaching 1.0402 billion items, followed by Spain and Germany. France and Spain showed significant growth with 11.72% and 11.3%, respectively, contrasting Germany's slight decline. Smaller countries like Greece and Finland exhibited strong percentage increases, while others like the Netherlands and Slovakia saw declines. Portugal’s exports surged remarkably by 117.06%, highlighting a notable trend. Overall, the landscape was diverse, with a consistent increase in activity from smaller markets like Romania, Latvia, and Estonia, while larger markets maintained stability.
Future trends to watch include further technological advancements that could drive demand and export activity. The impact of digital economy expansion and initiatives in cybersecurity could influence export dynamics. Additionally, collaborations across the EU and international partnerships could create new avenues for growth in the smart cards sector, focusing on emerging markets and innovative applications.
Top countries in Export of Smart Cards by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Items) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 1,040,200,000 | 2023 | +9.88% | +11.72% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 573,730,000 | 2023 | +27.83% | +11.3% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 480,370,000 | 2023 | +1% | -1.45% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 405,170,000 | 2023 | +25.5% | -3.28% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 312,260,000 | 2023 | +5.57% | +9.08% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czechia | 177,260,000 | 2023 | |||
| 7 | 7 Austria | 155,470,000 | 2023 | +4.05% | +7.28% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 126,000,000 | 2023 | -0.62% | +2.49% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Luxembourg | 117,830,000 | 2023 | +17.22% | +26.08% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 110,520,000 | 2023 | +7.23% | +2.99% | View data |
