In 2023, Germany led European imports of lightweight coated paper with minimal growth of 0.1%, while France and Belgium saw declines of 2.17% and 2.58%, respectively. Poland showed a slight increase at 0.37%, whereas significant drops were noted in the UK (-9.14%) and Netherlands (-7.14%). Notable growth occurred in Sweden with a substantial increase of 22.03%, contrasting sharp declines in countries like Austria (-18.65%) and Cyprus (-14.78%). Overall, the last five-year period indicates fluctuating trends in imports, with variances seen in several markets.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential shifts in supply chain structures due to evolving trade policies in Europe.
- The impact of digitalization reducing demand for traditional writing and printing paper.
- Environmental policies driving demand for more sustainable paper production and imports.
- Economic recovery influencing purchasing power and import volumes across various countries.
Top countries in Import of Lightweight Coated Paper for Writing, Printing, Graphic Purpose by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 593,820,000 | 2023 | +6.02% | +0.1% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 348,050,000 | 2023 | +3.46% | -2.17% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 277,520,000 | 2023 | +2.6% | -2.58% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 243,460,000 | 2023 | +2.09% | +0.37% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 141,630,000 | 2023 | +3.62% | -2.25% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 136,370,000 | 2023 | +2.36% | -3.42% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 125,620,000 | 2023 | -11.71% | -9.14% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 111,890,000 | 2023 | +7.04% | -7.14% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 98,511,000 | 2023 | +7.8% | -0.014% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czechia | 44,052,000 | 2023 |
