The European import landscape for optical fibre cables with individually sheathed fibres showcased France as the largest importer in 2024 with a share of 19.51%, followed by Germany at 12.94%, and the Netherlands at 9.82%. Significant growth was observed year-on-year in Ireland (16.1%), Greece (15.13%), and Malta (56.81%), while the Netherlands and Latvia faced declines with -6.12% and -12.8%, respectively. Notably, over the past five years, Belgium has recorded remarkable growth with a CAGR increase bolstering its current position.
Future trends may include:
- Increasing adoption of high-speed internet and 5G connectivity will likely boost demand across Europe.
- Trade policies and geopolitical events may impact the import shares and supply chain dynamics.
- Technological advancements in fibre optics could drive variation in demand and import patterns.
Top countries in Import of Optical Fibre Cables Made Up of Individually Sheathed Fibres Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 19.51 | 2023 | +16.19% | +3.79% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 12.94 | 2023 | +4.29% | +4.93% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 9.82 | 2023 | +0.47% | -6.12% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 8.23 | 2023 | +2.63% | +6.05% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 7.71 | 2023 | +1.88% | +5.67% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 5.52 | 2023 | +4.23% | +3.92% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 5.21 | 2023 | +33.79% | +25.58% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 5.2 | 2023 | +1.48% | +2.99% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 4.76 | 2023 | +23.36% | +16.1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 3.21 | 2023 | +6.66% | +7.3% | View data |
