In 2024, Germany leads the European sold production of shaped and processed flat glass with 280.11 million kilograms, followed closely by Italy (260.53 million kg) and Poland (221.58 million kg). France, Czechia, and Spain hold significant positions, while the United Kingdom showed a remarkable year-over-year growth of 14.66% in 2023. Conversely, notable declines were observed in Sweden (-22.14%), Hungary (-17.32%), Finland (-1.57%), and Denmark (-14.17%). Smaller markets including Lithuania and Bosnia and Herzegovina saw upbeat trends with 2.87% and 4.62% increases, respectively. Strong growth in Slovakia (48.46%) and Serbia (5.89%) indicate potential emerging markets in this sector.
Future trends to watch include the impact of advancing technologies and sustainability measures on production efficiency in major markets like Germany and Italy. Monitoring how emerging markets in Eastern Europe sustain their growth trajectory will also be crucial. State regulations, advancements in glass processing technology, and shifts in demand from construction and automotive industries may significantly influence production volumes and market dynamics in the near term.
Top countries in Sold Production of Shaped and Processed Flat Glass by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 280,110,000 | 2023 | -0.072% | -1.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 260,530,000 | 2023 | -5.24% | -1.41% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 221,580,000 | 2023 | -0.21% | -0.092% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 129,930,000 | 2023 | +4.28% | -0.51% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czechia | 107,870,000 | 2023 | |||
| 6 | 6 Spain | 103,720,000 | 2023 | +4.01% | +0.2% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 95,839,000 | 2023 | +2.77% | +14.66% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 29,594,000 | 2023 | +4.72% | +0.31% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Estonia | 14,705,000 | 2023 | +7.79% | +1.49% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 13,170,000 | 2023 | +1.74% | -1.57% | View data |
