In 2023, France led European fibres domestic material consumption, capturing a significant share, while Spain and Germany faced declines. The Netherlands and Poland showed considerable growth, indicating robust demand. Bulgaria and Czech Republic experienced notable drops, reflecting economic challenges or shifts in manufacturing trends. Minor fluctuations were seen in countries like Lithuania, Switzerland, and Croatia, signifying potential emerging markets. Conversely, countries such as Macedonia and Belgium observed static values, presenting growth or stagnation in different regional contexts. Over the past five years, tracked data illustrates varied trajectories with some countries experiencing high annual growth rates or retraction in fibre consumption.
Future trends to monitor include technological advancements influencing manufacturing processes and shifts in sustainability regulations that may impact fibre consumption. Additionally, economic recovery or decline within individual European nations could significantly alter demand trajectories, suggesting a potential reevaluation of market strategies to optimize fibre industry operations.
Top countries in Fibres Domestic Material Consumption Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 52.1 | 2023 | +0.72% | +1.69% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 17.42 | 2023 | -2.46% | -5.21% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 7.57 | 2023 | +0.84% | +6.17% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 6.82 | 2023 | +0.48% | +1.55% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 6.51 | 2023 | -0.38% | -2.67% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 4.2 | 2023 | -6.09% | -4.99% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 3.97 | 2023 | +4.2% | +11.22% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 3.4 | 2023 | +3.63% | -0.55% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 1.77 | 2023 | +32.86% | +20.32% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 1.54 | 2023 | +0.1% | View data |
