In 2023, France led European exports of handmade paper and paperboard with a significant share, although its exports declined by 3.26% year-on-year. Bulgaria showed solid growth with a 4.07% increase, while smaller players like Italy and Portugal saw notable decreases. Spain and Slovakia marked sharp growth spikes, with increases of 55.51% and 53.94%, respectively. Sweden also recorded robust progress at 27.58%. However, Luxembourg experienced a significant decline of 16.41%, alongside other countries like Belgium and Latvia.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts as countries like Spain, Slovakia, and Austria exhibit strong emerging growth trends, while dominant exporters like France might face increased competition. Monitoring advancements in production techniques and sustainability practices could influence the European handmade paper and paperboard market dynamics significantly.
Top countries in Export of Handmade Paper and Paperboard Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 51.24 | 2023 | +9.32% | -3.26% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Bulgaria | 33.99 | 2023 | +6.58% | +4.07% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 1.83 | 2023 | -10.95% | -13.68% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 1.3 | 2023 | +3.24% | +55.51% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 1.27 | 2023 | +11.31% | -14.29% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 1.12 | 2023 | +31.33% | +1.05% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 1.12 | 2023 | +1.88% | +27.58% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Luxembourg | 1.04 | 2023 | +0.28% | -16.41% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 0.95 | 2023 | -20.52% | -11.1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 0.89 | 2023 | +32.08% | +12.89% | View data |
