The United Kingdom leads in European paper and cardboard waste exports outside the EU28, despite a 3.16% year-on-year decrease. Italy, the Netherlands, and Spain follow, each observing declines. Some Eastern European countries, notably Bulgaria, Estonia, and Lithuania, have shown positive trends with significant year-on-year increases. Conversely, Austria and Slovenia experienced sharp declines. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) typically indicates a mixed performance across the region.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts influenced by new regulations on waste exports and the increasing domestic recycling capabilities within Europe. The focus on sustainability and circular economy initiatives may further impact the volumes and destinations of these exports.
Top countries in Paper and Cardboard Waste Extra-EU28 Exports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 452,850 | 2023 | -0.29% | -3.16% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 152,600 | 2023 | +0.86% | -4.83% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 143,280 | 2023 | -4.53% | -9.85% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 81,570 | 2023 | +0.57% | -4.76% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 50,770 | 2023 | -6.14% | -8.45% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 47,360 | 2023 | -2.67% | -4.48% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ireland | 36,110 | 2023 | -0.85% | -3.62% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 35,810 | 2023 | -11.26% | -15.14% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 33,340 | 2023 | +1.24% | -1.95% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 14,560 | 2023 | +3.53% | -5.34% | View data |
