European exports of toilet and kitchen linen made from terry towelling fabrics largely emanate from Portugal, the Netherlands, and Spain. In 2023, Portugal led with a slight decline, whereas exports from the Netherlands and Spain increased notably. Poland and Italy also saw substantial growth in their exports. Conversely, Belgium and the United Kingdom experienced decreases. The German market remained stable with a minor decline. For past five years, Italy showed significant gains with a strong Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR), reflecting a strategic enhancement in its textile sector.
Going forward, notable trends to watch include the rise of eco-friendly fabrics and the potential for expanded markets in Eastern Europe. Italy’s projected growth may influence regional competition, especially in terms of innovation and sustainability. Attention should also focus on how market volatility might affect export volumes in smaller markets, as evidenced by Denmark's dramatic rise and Greece's complete halt in 2023.
Top countries in Export of Toilet Linen and Kitchen Linen of Terry Towelling or Similar Terry Fabrics of Cotton by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Portugal | 18,701,000 | 2023 | +11.19% | -0.21% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 10,159,000 | 2023 | +2.75% | +2.31% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 7,737,000 | 2023 | -0.17% | +7.99% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 7,106,200 | 2023 | +4.53% | +5.79% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 6,073,400 | 2023 | -7.42% | -5.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 4,881,200 | 2023 | -13.39% | +25.02% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 3,683,100 | 2023 | +2.34% | -0.22% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 2,280,300 | 2023 | -1.83% | -4.38% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czechia | 2,121,300 | 2023 | |||
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 1,805,700 | 2023 | +0.8% | -0.16% | View data |