The 2023 data for European imports of glass in mass shows Spain as the clear leader with 64.45% share, on a slight increase compared to the previous year. Italy follows with a 21.38% share. Smaller increases were seen in countries like the UK and Austria, while notable boosts came from Slovenia and Ireland. Declines were noted in Finland and Romania. Over the past five years, growth has been diverse, with some countries accelerating their growth while others see fluctuations in share.
Future trends to watch include:
- A continued increase in glass imports from Slovenia and Croatia based on recent momentum.
- Challenges for Finland and Romania to recover their import shares amid negative trends.
- Potential for growth in innovative glass applications impacting demand and import shares across the region.
- Economic conditions and environmental regulations influencing glass import dynamics in Europe.
Top countries in Import of Glass in the Mass (Excluding Glass in the Form of Powder, Granules or Flakes) Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 64.45 | 2023 | +20.44% | +4.61% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 21.38 | 2021 | +297.45% | -3.42% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 3.41 | 2023 | +6.68% | +6.67% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 1.8 | 2023 | +10.19% | +11.87% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 1.36 | 2023 | -6.94% | -3.76% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 1.14 | 2023 | +6.02% | +10.77% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 0.72 | 2023 | +10.28% | +12.41% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Estonia | 0.68 | 2023 | +37.56% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 0.51 | 2023 | +24.11% | +11.8% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 0.16 | 2023 | +7.39% | +84.12% | View data |
