The import of metal office furniture to Austria has experienced notable fluctuations over the past decade. From 2013 to 2016, the import volume consistently decreased, culminating in an 11.62% decline in 2016. However, 2017 marked a turning point with an 18.86% increase, continuing an upward trend into 2018 with a 16.74% rise. Post-2018, the trend became less consistent, with minor declines in 2019 and 2020, followed by modest growth thereafter. Notably, the import volume stood at 5.0688 million kilograms in 2023.
Over the past two years, the import volumes grew modestly by 0.43% in 2022 and 0.42% in 2023. The last five-year CAGR indicates a marginal decline of -0.74%, reflecting the market's fluctuating nature.
Future forecasts for 2024-2028 suggest steady, though slight, growth, with an estimated 5-year CAGR of 0.34%, aligning with an overall growth rate of 1.72% by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Impact of global supply chain disruptions on metal supply and import costs
- Sustainability trends influencing demand for metal office furniture
- Evolution of remote working and its effect on office furniture needs
- Technological advancements and their integration into office furniture design
