In 2023, Germany led the European flat glass export market, totaling 137.05 million square meters, despite a 4.45% decline from the previous year. The Netherlands showed impressive growth at 15.5%, while Estonia and Slovakia experienced double-digit increases at 17.62% and 28.21%, respectively. Conversely, Denmark and the United Kingdom saw significant declines of 35.2% and 31.11%. Over the past five years, several smaller markets, like Malta and Slovenia, have exhibited substantial growth potential with notable CAGR values.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in manufacturing efficiency and sustainable production. Market dynamics in Eastern Europe show potential due to increasing international demand and infrastructural investments. Economic factors such as regulatory changes and trade agreements may also influence market conditions, potentially impacting projected growth trends across various regions.
Top countries in Export of Flat Glass by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Square Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 137,050,000 | 2023 | +4.07% | -4.45% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 52,606,000 | 2023 | +0.36% | -1.37% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 37,417,000 | 2023 | -4.92% | -5.51% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czechia | 36,340,000 | 2023 | |||
| 5 | 5 Italy | 30,386,000 | 2023 | +3.34% | +0.063% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bulgaria | 25,438,000 | 2023 | +2.47% | +1.46% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 20,019,000 | 2023 | -2.19% | +1.38% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 17,539,000 | 2023 | +8.46% | +3.98% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Luxembourg | 16,279,000 | 2023 | +6.8% | -1.63% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 13,564,000 | 2023 | +0.97% | +15.5% | View data |
