In 2023, Italy led the European export of moulding boxes, mould bases, and patterns with a significant volume of 10.375 million kilograms, despite experiencing an 18.73% decrease year-on-year. Germany followed with a lower decline of 3.94%. Romania and Spain observed smaller reductions at 1.02% and 6.86% respectively. Notable growth was recorded in Slovakia at 37.34% and Hungary at 33.28%, while Malta surged with an increase of 158.87%. The overall trend showed moderate or slight growth in countries like Greece and smaller Baltic states, with Latvia and Lithuania showing substantial gains.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential growth in Eastern European countries, leveraging lower production costs and gaining market share against traditional export leaders.
- The impact of automation and technology in streamlining production and reducing costs, potentially altering competitive dynamics.
- Shifts in global demand, particularly from emerging markets, influencing European export strategies and volumes.
- Changes in environmental regulations which might impact production processes and export volumes.
Top countries in Export of Moulding Boxes for Metal Foundry, Mould Bases, Moulding Patterns by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 10,375,000 | 2023 | -19.01% | -18.73% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 5,727,000 | 2023 | +0.75% | -3.94% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 3,597,500 | 2023 | +2.39% | -1.02% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 1,813,400 | 2023 | -1.03% | -6.86% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovakia | 524,230 | 2023 | +6.91% | +37.34% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 396,760 | 2023 | -13.35% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Czechia | 242,390 | 2022 | |||
| 8 | 8 Greece | 182,790 | 2023 | +8.04% | +12.07% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 177,820 | 2023 | -15.22% | -16.51% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 169,570 | 2023 | +4.93% | +33.28% | View data |
