The largest importers of glass in bulk in Europe for 2023 were Spain, Italy, and the United Kingdom, with Spain leading at 55.358 million kilograms. Notable year-on-year growth was observed in Ireland (98.42%), Greece (104.15%), and Croatia (92.98%). In contrast, Finland experienced a substantial decline of -33.47%. Historically, Slovenia saw significant growth, along with Germany and the Netherlands. Conversely, Belgium and Hungary showed negative trends.
Future trends to watch include:
- The impact of sustainability and energy efficiency innovations on import patterns.
- Influence of European policies targeting import dependency and encouraging local production.
- Potential shifts due to evolving trade agreements affecting intra-European trade dynamics for glass products.
Top countries in Import of Glass in the Mass (Excluding Glass in the Form of Powder, Granules or Flakes) by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 55,358,000 | 2023 | +20.44% | +4.61% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 18,360,000 | 2021 | +297.45% | -3.42% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 2,930,800 | 2023 | +6.68% | +6.67% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 1,544,600 | 2023 | +10.19% | +11.87% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 1,163,900 | 2023 | -6.94% | -3.76% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 974,850 | 2023 | +6.02% | +10.77% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 614,370 | 2023 | +10.28% | +12.41% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Estonia | 583,230 | 2023 | +37.56% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 436,070 | 2023 | +24.11% | +11.8% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 140,300 | 2023 | +7.39% | +84.12% | View data |
