In 2023, Germany led the European sold production of paper and paperboard with a 28.74% share, showing a 3.22% year-on-year variation. Finland followed with 14.97%, despite a slight decline of 1.58%. Italy, with 14.42%, and Sweden, with 9.42%, also featured prominently, experiencing increases of 7.18% and 0.41%, respectively. Spain saw a notable rise of 9.57%, reaching an 8.41% share. Austria and Poland increased by 7.83% and 5.87%, respectively. Portugal's impressive 33.72% rise brought its share to 3.52%. France saw a significant decline by 9.12%, lowering its share to 5.14%. The Netherlands and Ireland experienced substantial increases of 63.21% and 59.83%, while the UK's production significantly decreased by 23.99%.
Future trends to watch include continued growth in countries with strong increases such as the Netherlands and Ireland. Additionally, Portugal's significant rise suggests a growing market presence. Conversely, France and the United Kingdom may face challenges without addressing the factors driving their production declines. Monitoring these dynamics will provide insights into the shifting landscape of paper and paperboard production in Europe.
Top countries in Sold Production of Paper and Paperboard Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 28.74 | 2023 | +3.05% | +3.22% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Finland | 14.97 | 2023 | +3.38% | -1.58% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 14.42 | 2023 | +2.76% | +7.18% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 9.42 | 2023 | +0.86% | +0.41% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 8.41 | 2023 | +4.01% | +9.57% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 5.68 | 2023 | +4.25% | +7.83% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 5.14 | 2023 | +2.98% | -9.12% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 4.47 | 2023 | +3.57% | +5.87% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 3.52 | 2023 | +24.16% | +33.72% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 1.37 | 2023 | +4.41% | +5.12% | View data |
