Italy dominates the European production of luggage and handbags with a production value reaching 69.38 million items in 2024, although marking a slight decline of 1.81% from the previous year. France and Spain follow, each reflecting declines of 1.88% and 4.46%, respectively. Eastern countries like Romania experienced minimal decline, while Poland showed a promising growth rate of 1.1%. Remarkable growth was observed in Estonia, with a significant year-on-year rise of 28.52%. Western countries like Germany and Portugal faced declines of 7.21% and 10.37%, indicative of shifting production dynamics in the region.
Future trends to watch include Europe's shift towards more eco-friendly materials and production methods, driven by consumer demand and regulatory changes. Potential growth in emerging markets like Poland and Estonia is noted, as these countries continue to boost their production capabilities. The revolution in sustainable fashion could lead to increased investment in technology and innovation across Europe. This might spur transformations in material usage and design in the luggage and handbag sectors, impacting production trends across the continent in coming years.
Top countries in Sold Production of Luggage, Handbags of Leather, Composition of Leather, Plastic Sheeting, Textile Materials, Vulcanised Fibre or Paperboard by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Items) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 69,380,000 | 2023 | +1.93% | -1.81% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 10,933,000 | 2023 | +4.39% | -1.88% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 6,768,000 | 2023 | -0.42% | -4.46% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 4,390,800 | 2023 | -0.24% | -0.24% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 1,874,100 | 2023 | +0.88% | +1.1% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Estonia | 1,520,100 | 2023 | +21.83% | +28.52% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 1,202,300 | 2023 | +4.01% | +6.1% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 1,048,800 | 2023 | +0.25% | -2.89% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Serbia | 795,490 | 2023 | +4.94% | +4.35% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Germany | 616,690 | 2023 | -14.84% | -7.21% | View data |
