The European Plastics Products Production Index displays significant disparities across countries, marked by Lithuania's leading position at 16.68 and positive growth in 2022 with an increase of 8.55%. Greece follows with a value of 13.05, reflecting a 4.09% growth. Spain, France, Germany, and Italy show moderate to negative growth in 2022, with values of 11.39, 10.39, 10.09, and 9.78 respectively. Over the past five years, cumulative growth patterns vary, with Lithuania being the outlier with robust expansion, while major economies like Germany and Italy experience contractions.
Future trends to watch in European plastics production include:
- Technological advancements driving efficiency and innovation.
- Increasing environmental regulations promoting sustainability.
- Potential market consolidations in response to economic pressures.
- Shifts in consumer demand impacting production priorities.
Top countries in Plastics Products Production Index by Country
| # | 6 Countries | Indexes 2015 = 100, Calendar Adjusted | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Lithuania | 166.8 | 2022 | +7.82% | +8.55% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Greece | 130.5 | 2022 | +2.59% | +4.09% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 113.9 | 2022 | +2.15% | +0.52% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 103.9 | 2022 | -0.67% | -0.88% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 100.9 | 2022 | -2.32% | -1.2% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 97.8 | 2022 | -6.86% | -1.93% | View data |
