In 2023, Belgium led European carpet and rug exports with 251.13 million square meters, despite a 2.09% decline. The Netherlands witnessed slight growth (0.12%) reaching 210.42 million, while Germany and France saw slight contractions of 1.27% and 1.1% respectively. Italy showed a modest 0.61% increase. Sweden's export volume increased significantly by 8.5%. Conversely, Spain experienced a dramatic drop of 45.28%, and Finland contracted by 14.67%. Malta exhibited substantial growth at 101.39%. Small countries like Luxembourg also saw notable increases. Historical performance indicates a mixed trend with varying country-specific growth rates across the sector.
Future trends to watch include increasing demand for premium and sustainable products within the European market. Technological advancements and design innovations could drive growth, potentially shifting export volume rankings. Continued focus on eco-friendly production and trade policies might shape future export dynamics in Europe.
Top countries in Export of Carpets and Rugs by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Square Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 251,130,000 | 2023 | -0.56% | -2.09% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 210,420,000 | 2023 | +2.79% | +0.12% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 54,583,000 | 2023 | -1.12% | -1.27% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 49,131,000 | 2023 | +1.62% | -1.1% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 37,503,000 | 2023 | +10.98% | +0.61% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 35,578,000 | 2023 | +1.3% | -3.72% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 31,916,000 | 2023 | +1.67% | +1.65% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czechia | 31,429,000 | 2023 | |||
| 9 | 9 Austria | 22,844,000 | 2023 | +8.26% | +0.66% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 11,429,000 | 2023 | +3.91% | +0.13% | View data |
