The European glass and glass products sector comprises a diverse range of enterprises, led by Italy and the Czech Republic, together accounting for the largest number of enterprises. Between 2023 and 2024, notable changes include Italy's decline by over 5% and Germany's growth of 1.4%. France and Poland showed modest increases. Overall, some Central and Eastern European countries like Lithuania, Bosnia, and Macedonia experienced positive growth, countering the downturns seen in countries such as Sweden and Slovenia.
Future trends to monitor include technological advancements in glass production, potential regulatory changes, and sustainability efforts which may influence the industry's landscape, possibly redistributing enterprise numbers across Europe.
Top countries in Glass and Glass Products Number of Enterprises by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Enterprises) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 2,470 | 2023 | -5.25% | -5.51% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 2,020 | 2023 | +0.15% | -1.09% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 1,490 | 2023 | +0.13% | +0.78% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 1,290 | 2023 | 0% | +1.4% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 1,290 | 2023 | +1.42% | +1.27% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 884 | 2023 | -1.12% | -2.08% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 722 | 2023 | -0.28% | -0.27% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 663 | 2023 | -2.21% | -2.07% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 424 | 2023 | -0.47% | +0.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 337 | 2023 | +0.6% | +0.73% | View data |
