In 2023, Poland led with the highest number of enterprises in the European Paper and Paperboard Articles sector, while Iceland had the fewest. Year-on-year variations show divergent trends; Poland saw a modest increase, whereas Italy and the United Kingdom experienced significant declines. Countries like Romania, Lithuania, and Bosnia and Herzegovina showed positive growth, driven by new market entrants or expansions. Contrarily, the United Kingdom and Sweden faced notable decreases in enterprise numbers, reflecting possibly tighter competition or market saturation.
Future trends to watch in Europe include:
- Consolidation in Western Europe due to market saturation and competitive pressures.
- Potential growth in Eastern European countries driven by lower operational costs and emerging market potentials.
- Impact of sustainability initiatives on enterprise numbers and operational practices.
- Technological integration and automation potentially leading to efficiency-driven mergers or closures.
Top countries in Paper and Paperboard Articles Number of Enterprises by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Enterprises) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 3,290 | 2023 | +2.2% | +0.47% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 2,950 | 2023 | -1.8% | -2.61% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 1,460 | 2023 | 0% | +1.73% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 1,350 | 2023 | -0.44% | -1.07% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 1,230 | 2023 | -1.36% | -1.11% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 893 | 2023 | -5% | -4.95% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 877 | 2023 | +1.15% | +2.45% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 723 | 2023 | 0% | +0.82% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 521 | 2023 | -0.19% | -0.86% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 505 | 2023 | -0.59% | -1.11% | View data |
