The European import landscape for bleached paper and paperboard in 2023 saw Italy leading with a moderate growth of 1.02%, while the United Kingdom and Germany experienced decreases of -1.98% and -0.3%, respectively. Spain and Poland demonstrated positive trends with increases of 2.47% and 4.39%. Notably, Denmark, Finland, and Estonia registered double-digit growths at 7.29%, 20.38%, and 16.19%. Conversely, France and the Netherlands faced declines of -5.46% and -17.42%. Unsurprisingly, Austria, Croatia, and Bulgaria reported significant improvements in import volumes.
Future trends to watch include the continued rise in imports by countries with recent significant growth, such as Finland, Estonia, and Croatia, driven by increased demand and production capabilities. The potential economic effects of ongoing global supply chain adjustments and sustainability initiatives may also shape the market. Monitoring these shifts will be crucial for understanding the European paper and paperboard import dynamics.
Top countries in Import of Bleached Paper and Paperboard by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 74,809,000 | 2023 | +1.53% | +1.02% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 68,478,000 | 2023 | -0.47% | -1.98% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 52,353,000 | 2023 | +6.11% | -0.3% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 45,131,000 | 2023 | +17.45% | +2.47% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 39,134,000 | 2023 | +3.46% | +4.39% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 25,469,000 | 2023 | +3.92% | +7.29% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Finland | 21,773,000 | 2023 | +7.82% | +20.38% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 18,529,000 | 2023 | +2.79% | -5.46% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 17,151,000 | 2023 | -32.27% | -17.42% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 15,362,000 | 2023 | +4.61% | +3.95% | View data |
