The European import of shaped and processed flat glass shows significant variation by country. In 2023, Belgium led with a noteworthy 53.97% increase, followed by Malta growing 64.64%, and the United Kingdom up by 9.39%. Meanwhile, Germany and the Netherlands saw slight declines of 0.32% and 0.15%, respectively. Despite fluctuations, most countries exhibit growth over the years, with notable performances in Ireland, Lithuania, and Denmark. The CAGR has varied across nations, highlighting diversification in sources and demand within the market.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in glass processing and an increase in sustainable building practices driving demand. Economic shifts, geopolitical factors, and environmental regulations will significantly impact import patterns, potentially influencing the leading importing countries and how they source their glass products.
Top countries in Import of Shaped and Processed Flat Glass by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Square Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 54,268,000 | 2023 | +33.42% | +53.97% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 19,643,000 | 2023 | +4.64% | +5.49% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 18,383,000 | 2023 | +1.19% | -0.32% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 14,549,000 | 2023 | +8.16% | -0.15% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 14,375,000 | 2023 | +3.83% | +9.39% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 13,518,000 | 2023 | +3.55% | +3.72% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 9,019,800 | 2023 | +7.79% | +7.03% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 6,029,000 | 2023 | +2.5% | +7.91% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 5,471,900 | 2023 | +4.72% | -8.74% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 4,905,400 | 2023 | +2.17% | -1.85% | View data |
