In 2023, Belgium led European needlefelt carpet exports by a significant margin, holding a 47.96% share. The Netherlands and Germany followed with 23.55% and 19.14% shares, respectively. Poland and Romania had smaller shares, representing 4.48% and 1.89%. Emerging markets such as Lithuania, Sweden, Slovakia, and Hungary showed positive growth, with Lithuania growing at 26.55% and Greece at 17.13%. Major exporters like Belgium, Netherlands, and Germany witnessed declines in their export shares.
Future trends suggest increasing competition from smaller, rapidly growing markets in Eastern Europe, potentially altering the current leader dynamics. The shifts in demand will likely encourage innovation and diversification within the industry.
Top countries in Export of Needlefelt Carpets and Other Needlefelt Textile Floor Coverings Share by Country (Square Meters)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 47.96 | 2023 | +5.62% | -2.09% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 23.55 | 2023 | -22.02% | -8.58% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 19.14 | 2023 | -0.029% | -7.94% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 4.48 | 2023 | +2.58% | -10.23% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 1.89 | 2023 | +4.62% | +2.35% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 1.82 | 2023 | +9.53% | +1.79% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czechia | 1.29 | 2023 | |||
| 8 | 8 Austria | 0.84 | 2023 | +0.98% | -6.77% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 0.47 | 2023 | -78.13% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 0.39 | 2023 | -40.47% | View data |
