In 2023, Italy imported a volume of snow-ski equipment, excluding skis and bindings, which the 2024 forecast suggests will be approximately 217.62 thousand kilograms. Between 2024 and 2028, the imports are expected to decline steadily year-on-year: 2025 shows a decrease of 5.78%, 2026 a further decline of 6% and continuing this trend to 2028 with a forecasted volume of 168.78 thousand kilograms. This represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -6.4% for the period, indicating a consistent reduction in import volume year after year.
Future trends to watch include potential changes in consumer preferences towards alternative winter sports, technological advancements in equipment reducing the need for imports, and economic factors influencing discretionary spending. Monitoring these elements will provide insights into whether the declining trend will persist or stabilize.
