The European export market for plastic carboys, bottles, and flasks over 2 liters shows Spain leading with a 30.16% share, followed closely by Italy at 27.44%. While Spain saw a slight year-over-year decline of 0.51%, Italy and Germany experienced significant growth at 12.94% and 10.12%, respectively. Portugal and the Netherlands reported notable surges at 31.43% and 24.03%. Despite the market's volatility, Malta achieved the highest growth rate of 53.49%, whereas the United Kingdom's export activity dwindled entirely to zero.
Future trends to watch include Italy's rising potential to surpass Spain as the leading exporter, driven by significant growth. The continuing expansion in Portugal and the Netherlands signals increased competitiveness in the market. Emerging dynamics in smaller markets such as Luxembourg and Malta may alter the landscape, while Germany remains a strong player to watch for its potential recovery. However, sustained declines in Poland, Romania, and the United Kingdom highlight areas of concern and potential opportunity for others to fill these gaps.
Top countries in Export of Plastic Carboys, Bottles and Flasks of a Capacity Exceeding 2 L Share by Country (Units (Items))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 30.16 | 2023 | +0.8% | -0.51% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 27.44 | 2023 | -18.88% | +12.94% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 18.59 | 2023 | -24.91% | -2.48% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 15.64 | 2023 | +3.1% | +10.12% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 3.71 | 2023 | +3.71% | +31.43% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 3.39 | 2023 | +1.84% | +24.03% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 2.94 | 2023 | -2.6% | +8.68% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 2.56 | 2022 | -100% | -100% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czechia | 0.86 | 2023 | |||
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 0.45 | 2023 | +0.67% | -0.24% | View data |