Germany leads European imports of staple glass fibre articles, with a 3.45% year-on-year increase in 2023, reaching 4.1654 million kilograms. Ireland and Italy follow but show contrasting trends; Ireland's imports declined by 3.51%, while Italy saw a significant 35.35% growth. Belgium and the United Kingdom also observed an increase, with 33.12% and 7.01%, respectively. Notably, Finland experienced an extraordinary 298% surge.
France's imports decreased slightly by 1.29%, while Spain and Sweden had modest increases. Denmark's imports rose substantially by 38.53%, alongside positive trends in Poland and Portugal. However, Romania, Austria, Lithuania, and several smaller markets faced declines, with Malta's import volume almost negligible.
In future trends, watch for volatility and potential growth in lesser-known markets as well as continued strong performance in top importing countries like Germany, Italy, and Belgium. Environmental regulations and technological advancements may drive further shifts in import patterns.
Top countries in Import of Staple Glass Fibre Articles by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 4,165,400 | 2023 | +8.36% | +3.45% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ireland | 2,389,200 | 2023 | +5.57% | -3.51% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 2,072,600 | 2023 | +20.35% | +35.35% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 1,857,100 | 2023 | +1.68% | +33.12% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 1,545,900 | 2023 | -20.75% | +7.01% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 1,398,100 | 2023 | +21.08% | +298% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 1,220,100 | 2023 | -6.86% | -1.29% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 1,109,200 | 2023 | +9.79% | +2.88% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 1,094,000 | 2023 | +14.75% | +2.68% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 740,200 | 2023 | +3.02% | +38.53% | View data |
