The European market for plates, sheets, strips, and floor coverings of solid vulcanized rubber witnessed diverse trends in 2023. France, leading in imports, slightly decreased by 0.34%, while significant growth was seen in Ireland (6.24%) and Portugal (15.73%), suggesting evolving demand. The United Kingdom and Denmark also showed noticeable growth, contrasting with declining imports in Bulgaria (-12.51%) and Malta (-23.11%). Growth was noticeable in smaller markets like Lithuania (27.51%). The varied performance across countries points to differing economic conditions and construction activities.
Future trends to monitor include:
- Environmental regulations influencing material selection.
- Economic conditions impacting construction in major markets like the UK.
- Emerging demand in Eastern Europe, with economies like Lithuania showing rapid growth.
- Sustainability shifts impacting demand and supply chain dynamics.
- Potential impacts of inflation on import volumes and pricing strategies.
Top countries in Import of Plates, Sheets, Strips for Floor Covering of Solid Vulcanised Rubber by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 10,829,000 | 2023 | +3.04% | -0.34% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 10,299,000 | 2023 | +1.3% | -2.64% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 10,295,000 | 2023 | +0.41% | +3.4% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 6,827,200 | 2023 | +3.08% | +1.51% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 5,497,900 | 2023 | +0.11% | -0.76% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 4,610,800 | 2023 | +12.49% | +2.4% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 3,459,200 | 2023 | +0.14% | +5.69% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 2,433,400 | 2023 | +13.46% | +3.9% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 1,727,600 | 2023 | +1.8% | -2.58% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czechia | 1,545,700 | 2023 |
