In 2023, Germany and Greece led the European export of sandals with rubber or plastic outer soles and uppers, contributing substantially to the overall market, with Germany and Greece holding shares close to 26% and 25% respectively. Emerging markets like Greece showed remarkable growth with a 52.64% increase from the prior year, while Italy saw a significant decrease of 23.5%. Ireland and Malta demonstrated notable increases, with Malta experiencing a tremendous surge of 214.48%. Conversely, the United Kingdom's exports plummeted by 100%, underscoring its market exit.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential continued growth in Greece, likely driven by increasing demand and production efficiencies.
- Germany's stability as a leading exporter suggesting sustained competitiveness in production and distribution.
- Watch for recovery or realignment strategies from countries like the United Kingdom and Italy to regain market presence.
- Increased innovation and sustainable materials might drive emerging markets further, impacting shares in the long term.
- Fluctuating global demand and trade relations could significantly affect growth trajectories.
Top countries in Export of Sandals with Rubber or Plastic Outer Soles and Uppers Share by Country (Units (Pairs))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 25.65 | 2023 | +5% | +6.24% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Greece | 24.53 | 2023 | +45.51% | +52.64% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 12.58 | 2023 | +7.04% | +2.48% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 11.9 | 2023 | +3.28% | +2.6% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 5.86 | 2023 | +4.12% | +2.28% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 4.05 | 2023 | +1.77% | +1.12% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 3.01 | 2023 | +9.76% | -23.5% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 1.96 | 2023 | -1.1% | -0.88% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 1.75 | 2023 | +4.01% | +6.59% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czechia | 1.59 | 2023 |
