In 2023, Germany led European imports of lifting and handling equipment, with 18.34% of the total share in kilograms, followed closely by France at 16.82% and the United Kingdom at 12.68%. Notable growth was observed in Slovenia (8.81%), Romania (6.93%), and Greece (12.22%), while the United Kingdom (-1.27%) and Sweden (-4.36%) saw declines. Italy experienced significant increase at 12.34%. Over the past five years, trends indicate varying growth rates, but most countries have shown stable trajectories.
Future trends to watch include potential increases in imports for Eastern European countries as industrial growth is expected to pick up, while established markets like Germany and France may focus on optimizing existing capacities and technologies.
Top countries in Import of Lifting and Handling Equipment Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 18.34 | 2023 | +7.65% | +3.27% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 16.82 | 2023 | +2.95% | +4.8% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 12.68 | 2023 | +0.54% | -1.27% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 10.07 | 2023 | +5.48% | +0.34% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 6.2 | 2023 | -0.47% | +4.75% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 5.94 | 2023 | +6.43% | -4.36% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 5.75 | 2023 | +6.12% | +1.74% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 3.99 | 2023 | +4.01% | +3.41% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 2.97 | 2023 | -5.72% | +12.34% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czechia | 2.65 | 2023 |
