The European production of plastic closures shows substantial diversity across countries. The United Kingdom leads significantly, although with a slight decline. Italy and Germany follow, with Italy experiencing considerable growth, and Germany showing marginal increase. Smaller markets like Portugal and Finland present remarkable growth, with Portugal nearly doubling its production. Sweden, the Netherlands, and Denmark also demonstrate robust growth. Conversely, traditional markets like France and Spain see declines, alongside smaller negative trends in Greece and Serbia.
Future trends to watch include:
- The potential for technological advancements driving efficiency and production growth.
- Increased environmental regulations potentially affecting production methods and materials used.
- Shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable packaging solutions.
- The impact of economic factors on production levels, especially in emerging markets showing rapid growth.
- International trade dynamics influencing European production and export opportunities.
Top countries in Sold Production of Plastic Stoppers, Lids, Caps, Capsules and Other Closures by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 984,900,000 | 2023 | +3.29% | -1.29% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 482,430,000 | 2023 | +30.15% | +10.81% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 452,900,000 | 2023 | +1.61% | +0.55% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ireland | 336,030,000 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 5 | 5 Spain | 180,010,000 | 2023 | +1.27% | -0.57% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 158,250,000 | 2023 | -2.02% | -3.19% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 82,551,000 | 2023 | +4.45% | +8.9% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 67,911,000 | 2023 | +0.8% | +1.22% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 56,065,000 | 2023 | +0.87% | +0.58% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 48,294,000 | 2023 | +33.2% | +97.35% | View data |