Knotted netting and made up nets market in Italy

Earlier Report Observations

The Italian market for knotted netting and made-up nets saw its volume rise from 19.6 thousand tons in 2019 to 35.7 thousand tons in 2022. This growth was initially fueled by industry shifts such as the adoption of synthetic fibers replacing traditional plant-based materials, enhancing product durability and performance. Simultaneously, key players like Mediterranea Reti expanded production capacity for knotless nets and obtained ISO 9001 quality certification, strengthening their export orientation and lifting overall demand.

Circular economy projects emerged in 2019, with companies like Carvico and Jersey Lomellina transforming discarded fishing nets and plastic waste into sustainable technical fabrics. These initiatives, along with continued investment in advanced manufacturing and skilled personnel by established manufacturers, helped sustain market expansion even during the indirect disruptions of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.

From 2021 onward, volume growth moderated while market value jumped sharply, reaching $201.9 million in 2022 from $139.5 million in 2020. This value surge was anchored by a focus on quality, customization, and technological innovation, with market leaders like Mediterranea Reti and Sirec targeting both traditional fishing and aquaculture segments.

Production knotted netting and made up nets in Italy

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

In 2020, Italy's output of knotted netting and made-up nets was valued at 145.9 million US dollars, marking a 3.0% decrease from the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production declined by 10%, with a compound annual growth rate of -3.5%.

Annual dynamics of production in Italy in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

In kind, 2017-2020, t

In 2020, Italy produced 29,048 tonnes of knotted netting and made-up nets, representing a significant year-on-year increase of 65.0%. From 2017 to 2020, production grew by 42.8%, with a compound annual growth rate of 12.6%.

Annual dynamics of production in Italy in kind, 2017-2020, t

Exports knotted netting and made up nets from Italy

Exports in kind, t

Italy's exports of knotted netting and made-up nets increased in 2020, following a two-year decline. The export volume reached 4,436 tonnes, up 4.4% from the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports decreased by 15.8%, with a compound annual growth rate of -5.6%. The lowest volume was recorded in 2019 at 4,249 tonnes, while the largest decline occurred in 2018 at 19.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Italy in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, Italy's exports of knotted netting and made-up nets were not heavily concentrated. France accounted for 14.6% of exports in kind, Morocco for 10.5%, and Greece for 7.4%. Together, these three countries represented only 32.5% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Italy in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, K $ US

In 2020, the value of knotted netting and made-up nets exported from Italy was 31.368 million US dollars, reflecting a 1.1% decline compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports decreased by 13%, with a compound annual growth rate of -4.5%. The largest decline was recorded in 2018 at 12.0%, while the largest increase occurred in 2019 at 0.1%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Italy in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Between 2017 and 2020, France, Greece, and Morocco were the largest buyers of knotted netting and made-up nets from Italy in value terms. France accounted for 12.5% of exports, Greece for 10.0%, and Morocco for 7.0%. However, their combined share was limited to 29.5% of total export value, indicating a diversified country structure.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Italy in value, 2017-2020

Imports knotted netting and made up nets to Italy

Imports in kind, t

Italy's imports of knotted netting and made-up nets declined for the second consecutive year in 2020. The import volume stood at 6,000 tonnes, showing a gradual contraction of 4.3% from the previous year. Between 2017 and 2020, imports decreased by 2.9%, equating to an annualized rate of -1.0%. The highest volume was recorded in 2018 at 6,287 tonnes, with the largest increase also occurring in 2018 at 1.8%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Italy in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, China, Turkey, and Greece were the primary suppliers of knotted netting and made-up nets to Italy in kind. China accounted for 48.9% of imports, Turkey for 14.4%, and Greece for 6.7%. Together, these three countries represented 70.0% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Italy in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, K $ US

Italy's imports of knotted netting and made-up nets declined in 2020 after a two-year increase. The import value was recorded at 24.927 million US dollars, corresponding to a gradual loss of 8.5% from 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, imports decreased by 8%, equating to an annualized rate of -2.7%. The highest value was recorded in 2019 at 27.237 million US dollars, while the largest increase occurred in 2018 at 0.3%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Italy in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Throughout 2017-2020, China, Turkey, and Thailand remained the key partners for Italy's imports of knotted netting and made-up nets in value terms. China accounted for 36.9% of imports, Turkey for 13.1%, and Thailand for 6.4%. Together, these three countries represented 56.3% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Italy in value, 2017-2020