In 2023, Italy was the leading European producer of pile, terry, and knitted or crocheted fabrics with 11.869 million kilograms, despite a nearly 10% decline from the previous year. Portugal showed a strong performance, with a 13.5% increase reaching 8.4577 million kilograms. Poland experienced a slight growth of 1.4% to 5.3167 million kilograms. Spain and France saw reductions in production by 3.3% and 6.8%, respectively. Lithuania increased by 3.4%, while the United Kingdom faced a substantial decline of 55.3%, highlighting sector challenges.
Future trends to watch in the European production of pile, terry, knitted, or crocheted fabrics include technological advancements leading to enhanced efficiency and diversity in fabric production. Sustainability trends may drive an increased focus on eco-friendly materials and processes. Furthermore, shifts in consumer preferences and global trade dynamics could alter the competitive landscape, fostering both regional consolidation and diversification across smaller European countries.
Top countries in Production of Pile Fabrics, Terry Fabrics, Knitted or Crocheted by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 11,869,000 | 2023 | -3.23% | -9.79% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 8,457,700 | 2023 | +4.62% | +13.51% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 5,316,700 | 2023 | +0.81% | +1.36% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 3,735,200 | 2023 | -5.12% | -3.3% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 925,510 | 2023 | -10.04% | -6.78% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Lithuania | 194,920 | 2023 | +4.05% | +3.44% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 13,470 | 2023 | -92.56% | -55.32% | View data |
