In 2023, Germany led European production of float glass and surface ground or polished glass in sheets at 190.54 million square meters, experiencing a modest increase of 0.17%. France showed significant growth with a 10.36% rise, while Spain slightly declined by 0.45%. Italy exhibited strong growth at 17.33%, and Romania had an extraordinary increase of 119.4%. Notable growth was also observed in Finland with a 44.5% rise. Countries like Portugal saw a remarkable increase at 63.64%, despite their smaller production scale. The UK and Estonia saw decreases of 1.08% and 6.07%, respectively.
Future trends to watch include:
- Germany's consistent leadership and its potential to maintain production levels.
- France's expansion possibly attracting investments due to its sharp growth.
- Emerging markets, especially Romania and Portugal, becoming more significant players with their double-digit growth rates.
- Italy's growth indicating a possible resurgence in its glass production industry.
- Monitor the overall European market dynamics and potential impacts from economic shifts or technological advancements related to sustainability and energy efficiency.
Top countries in Sold Production of Float Glass and Surface Ground or Polished Glass in Sheets by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Square Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 190,540,000 | 2023 | +1.95% | +0.17% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 177,670,000 | 2023 | +4.1% | +10.36% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 67,148,000 | 2023 | +2.15% | -0.45% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 66,524,000 | 2023 | +2.01% | +4.5% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 40,206,000 | 2023 | +2.78% | +17.33% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 26,548,000 | 2023 | -1.88% | -1.08% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 18,216,000 | 2023 | +3.55% | +1.54% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 7,598,700 | 2023 | -5.76% | +119.4% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 748,070 | 2023 | +9.34% | +0.61% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 151,070 | 2023 | +0.21% | +1.99% | View data |
