Germany remains the largest importer of glass in sheets within Europe, although its share saw a slight decline of 0.81% in 2023, marking a mature market. Belgium and Austria showed significant increases of 10.06% and 13.34% respectively, indicating robust demand. Despite a decline, France remains a significant importer. Conversely, Luxembourg exhibited the most remarkable growth with an 83.05% increase, albeit from a smaller base. Noteworthy increases were also seen in Sweden at 30.2%, driven potentially by innovation or construction demands.
For future trends, keep an eye on economic recovery impacts, green energy influences on production and construction industries, and potential shifts due to political or regulatory changes in Europe that may affect supply chains and import priorities.
Top countries in Import of Glass in Sheets Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 23.5 | 2023 | +1.76% | -0.81% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 12.47 | 2023 | +2.55% | +2.82% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 10.91 | 2023 | +3.64% | +10.06% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 7.64 | 2023 | +3.98% | +0.65% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 7.6 | 2023 | -0.68% | -5.29% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 4.84 | 2023 | +3.17% | +13.34% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 4.36 | 2023 | -0.53% | -0.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 3.26 | 2023 | +7.12% | +2.14% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 3.13 | 2023 | -1.72% | +0.29% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czechia | 2.81 | 2023 |
