The forecast for the import of vacuum-moulding and other thermoforming machines to Germany shows a steady decline from 244 items in 2024 to 232 items by 2028. This represents an average annual decrease of around 1% over the five-year period. By comparison, the values for 2023 and prior are not provided, making it difficult to assess the trend before 2024. However, the forecasted decline indicates a possible saturation of the market or advancements in domestic manufacturing capabilities reducing the dependency on imports.

Future trends to watch for:

Technological advancements in German manufacturing that may further impact import demands.
Economic factors such as tariffs and trade agreements influencing import levels.
Increasing emphasis on sustainability which could alter material and machinery preferences.