The sold production of flat glass in Germany has shown significant fluctuations over the past decade. From a high of 20.712 million kilograms in 2015, the volume continuously declined to 9.2471 million kilograms in 2023. The year-on-year variation reveals substantial drops, particularly in 2020 with a 24.32% decrease, and further declines in subsequent years, culminating in an 11.22% decrease in 2023. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) reflects a general downward trend, averaging -9.62% over the last five years.
Forecasts for the next five years predict a continued decline, with the volume reaching 3.1453 million kilograms by 2028. This represents a forecasted average annual decrease of 16.96%, with an overall drop of 60.51% expected by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include potential technological advancements in glass production, shifts in demand due to changing construction and automotive industry needs, and the impact of regulatory changes and environmental considerations on flat glass manufacturing and consumption.
