The European non-wood fibre pulp export market in 2023 saw notable variations among countries. Belgium had the most significant increase at 71.41%, with other significant growth observed in Croatia at 76.23% and Latvia at 27.31%. Conversely, some countries experienced declines, such as Switzerland at -30.73% and France at -30.13%. Spain, as the leading exporter, showed a modest growth of 4.23%, whilst Hungary continued its strong growth with 7.47%. Countries like Poland, United Kingdom, and Slovenia faced substantial decreases in export share, with Poland down by 37.08%.
Future trends to watch include:
- The impact of sustainable practices influencing production and export dynamics.
- Potential market expansions and demand from Asian countries.
- Technological advancements in pulp processing that might change the competitive landscape.
Top countries in Non-Wood Fibre Pulp Exports Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 24.06 | 2023 | +11.41% | +4.23% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Hungary | 23.48 | 2023 | +2.89% | +7.47% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 22.94 | 2023 | -81.29% | +71.41% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 15.19 | 2023 | +2.9% | +15.82% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 10.54 | 2023 | +3.05% | +4.27% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 4.48 | 2023 | -3.25% | +31.08% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Switzerland | 2.73 | 2023 | +11.32% | -30.73% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Estonia | 2.66 | 2023 | +3.6% | -14.07% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 2.65 | 2023 | +6.02% | -30.13% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 2.37 | 2023 | +0.99% | +3.82% | View data |