In 2023, Sweden, Finland, and Germany were dominant in European cartonboard exports, contributing 28.05, 24.91, and 21.46 thousand metric tons respectively. Sweden experienced a moderate growth of 1.65%, while Finland and Germany saw increases of 1.36% and 3.51% respectively. Italy and Austria witnessed declines, whereas Romania, the United Kingdom, and Slovakia demonstrated significant growths of 11.32%, 14.74%, and 46.59%. Belgium saw a noticeable decrease of 17.75%, offset by Portugal's remarkable surge of 28.67%.
Future trends to monitor include:
- Technological advancements potentially influencing production efficiency and exports.
- Shifts in global demand for sustainable packaging affecting cartonboard's market outlook.
- Strategic industry investments in green initiatives within leading exporting countries.
Top countries in Cartonboard Exports Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sweden | 28.05 | 2023 | -4.87% | +1.65% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Finland | 24.91 | 2023 | +3.61% | +1.36% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 21.46 | 2023 | +20.05% | +3.51% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 4.22 | 2023 | +10.94% | -0.35% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 3.27 | 2023 | +1.37% | +1.88% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 3.05 | 2023 | +2.14% | +0.98% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 2.82 | 2023 | +3.41% | -0.7% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 2.62 | 2023 | -0.17% | +0.39% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 2.18 | 2023 | +14.03% | -3.25% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 2.05 | 2023 | -0.026% | +14.74% | View data |
