Presses for metal market in Italy

Earlier Report Observations

The market for presses for metal in Italy underwent notable changes from 2018 to 2021. Production value fell from 574.6 million $ in 2018 to 281.0 million $ in 2020, then recovered to 357.9 million $ in 2021. The renewal of the national metalworking collective agreement in 2021, which updated professional classifications and introduced social clauses for labor protection, contributed to stabilizing workforce organization and supported the rebound in production.

Trade dynamics shifted significantly through 2024. Imports declined from 40.2 million $ in 2019 to 8.5 million $ in 2024, influenced by competitive pressures from EU antidumping duties and slower demand in key export markets such as Germany. Exports, after dropping to 104.7 million $ in 2022, rose to 161.0 million $ by 2024, driven by increased adoption of digital technologies, investments in energy transition, and product innovations like smart bending systems with integrated vision sensors launched by companies such as Amada.

Regulatory and technological trends shaped the market landscape. The entry into force of EU Regulation 2024/1781 extended ecodesign obligations to all product categories, affecting production standards. Simultaneously, industry focus on automation, CNC and IoT integration enhanced precision and efficiency, supporting the sector's move toward greater competitiveness and sustainability.

Production presses for metal in Italy

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Italy's production of metal presses declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, output was valued at 281.0 million US dollars, representing a 38.3% decrease compared to 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, production fell by 48.6%, which translates to an annualized decline rate of 19.9%. The highest production value was recorded in 2018 at 574.6 million US dollars, with the largest year-on-year increase of 5.2% also occurring that year.

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

Exports presses for metal from Italy

Exports in kind, t

Italy's export volume of metal presses declined for the third consecutive year. In 2020, Italy exported 20 270 tonnes of metal presses, marking a 9.9% decrease compared to 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, exports decreased by 27.3%, equivalent to an annualized decline rate of 10.1%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Italy's metal press exports were distributed across numerous markets. The United States accounted for 14.5% of export volume, France for 10.4%, and Germany for 8.7%. Together, these three countries represented only 33.6% 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, M $ US

The value of metal press exports from Italy declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, exports amounted to 200.0 million US dollars, reflecting a 14.5% year-over-year decrease. Between 2017 and 2020, export value fell by 32.1%, with a compound annual growth rate of -12.1%. The peak export value was recorded in 2018 at 310.6 million US dollars. The largest decline occurred in 2019 with a 24.7% drop, while the largest increase was in 2018 with a 5.4% rise.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Italy's export value structure remained highly fragmented. The United States accounted for 12.7% of export value, Germany for 9.9%, and China for 6.4%. Together, these three countries represented only 29.0% of total export flows, with no single country achieving a dominant share.

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

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

Imports presses for metal to Italy

Imports in kind, t

Italy's import volume of metal presses showed significant fluctuations during the period. Imports reached their lowest point in 2020 at 5 007 tonnes, down 67.9% year-over-year. The peak import volume was recorded in 2019 at 15 615 tonnes, representing a 3.1-fold difference between the two years. The largest increase occurred in 2019 with a 127.4% rise.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Germany was Italy's primary source for metal press imports, accounting for 30.8% of import volume. China followed with 17.8%, and the United Kingdom with 17.4%. Together, these three countries represented 66.0% 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, M $ US

Italy imported approximately 22.3 million US dollars worth of metal presses in 2020, reflecting a 44.5% year-over-year decline. Between 2017 and 2020, import value decreased by 41.4%, with a compound annual growth rate of -16.3%. The highest import value was recorded in 2019 at 40.2 million US dollars, which also saw the largest increase of 8.1%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Germany accounted for 31.9% of Italy's metal press import value, China for 15.0%, and France for 11.3%. Together, these three countries represented 58.2% of total import value, maintaining their position as Italy's main sources for metal presses.

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

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