In 2024, Italy continues to dominate the European knitted and crocheted apparel production industry with a production value of 62.23 million euros, experiencing a growth of 5.43% from 2023. France follows distantly at 7.64 million euros, albeit with a decline of 2.2%, while Spain and Portugal have minor contributions of 5.48 and 5.01 million euros respectively, with slight variations of -1.15% and 1.63%. Notable mid-tier players include Poland and Croatia, coming in at 3.22 and 3.14 million euros, affected by fluctuations of -1.93% and 3.69%. By contrast, countries like Belgium and Cyprus have minimal shares, indicating potentials for structural changes or shifts in industrial focus.
Future trends to watch for in European knitted and crocheted apparel production include:
- **Innovation in sustainable materials and eco-friendly manufacturing techniques.**
- **Increased digitalization and automation in production processes.**
- **Potential impacts of regulatory changes and trade policies post-Brexit.**
- **Rising competition from non-European markets.**
- **Adoption of fast fashion dynamics by traditional manufacturers.**
Top countries in Knitted and Crocheted Apparel Production Value Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 62.23 | 2023 | +9.25% | +5.43% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 7.64 | 2023 | -2.58% | -2.2% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 5.48 | 2023 | +3.63% | -1.15% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 5.01 | 2023 | +5.59% | +1.63% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 3.22 | 2023 | -0.97% | -1.93% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 3.14 | 2023 | +7.79% | +3.69% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 2.34 | 2023 | -4.81% | -2.83% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 1.79 | 2023 | +3.72% | -1.12% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 1.52 | 2023 | +6.81% | -0.78% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 0.78 | 2023 | -0.86% | -1.93% | View data |
