Reinforced flexible tubes and hoses market in Poland

Earlier Report Observations

The market for reinforced flexible tubes and hoses in Poland remained stable at around 30 000 t in 2018 and 2019. This stability was supported by investments in new production capacities, notably the planned polymer plant investment by Grupy Azoty, which aimed to diversify production and meet growing demand in segments like packaging and modified plastics. In 2020, market volume dropped sharply to 22 591 t.

A strong recovery followed in 2021, with market size reaching 34 277 t, coinciding with Poland's rising role in global plastic exports, as the country became a top exporter worldwide. However, volume fell again to 22 912 t in 2022, pressured by increasing sustainability regulations and competition from alternative materials, which affected overall plastic demand.

The downward trend continued in 2023, with market size declining to 20 004 t, driven by the EU directive restricting single-use plastics and rising raw material costs that increased production expenses. In 2024, the market partially recovered to 24 394 t, supported by major investments such as Grupy Azoty's large-scale plant construction and industry adaptation to new recycling requirements.

Production reinforced flexible tubes and hoses in Poland

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Poland's production of reinforced flexible tubes and hoses declined for the second year in a row. In 2020, output was valued at 172.7 million US dollars, marking a controlled drop of 8.0% compared to 2019. Over the period from 2018 to 2020, production decreased by 10.6%, with a compound annual growth rate of 3.7%.

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

In kind, 2017-2020, t

After two years of growth, Poland's production of reinforced flexible tubes and hoses declined. In 2020, 26 166 tonnes were produced, down 18.1% year-on-year. Over the period from 2018 to 2020, production increased by 2.4%, with a compound annual growth rate of 0.8%. The lowest production volume was recorded in 2017 at 25 565 tonnes, while the peak occurred in 2019 with 31 962 tonnes. The largest increase was in 2018, at 21.2%.

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

Exports reinforced flexible tubes and hoses from Poland

Exports in kind, t

Poland's exports of reinforced flexible tubes and hoses increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, exports reached 22 105 tonnes, up 12.3% from the previous year. Between 2017 and 2020, exports grew by 69.7%, equating to an annualized rate of 19.3%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, three key markets—Germany, Russia, and Ukraine—together accounted for 51.2% of Poland's total exports of reinforced flexible tubes and hoses in volume terms.

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

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

Exports in value, M $ US

Poland's exports of reinforced flexible tubes and hoses increased for the third year in a row. In 2020, exports totaled 99.6 million US dollars, showing an uptick of 16.8% over the past year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, exports increased by 95.7%, with a compound annual growth rate of 25.1%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, the country structure of exports in value terms was highly diversified. Germany accounted for 23.0% of exports, Russia for 14.5%, and Italy for 10.8%, together making up 48.3% of total flows. The remaining 51.7% came from a long tail of smaller markets.

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

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

Imports reinforced flexible tubes and hoses to Poland

Imports in kind, t

Poland's imports of reinforced flexible tubes and hoses increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, import volume stood at 18 531 tonnes, reflecting a modest advance of 0.8% from a year earlier. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, imports increased by 11.9%, with a compound annual growth rate of 3.8%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Germany, China, and Italy consistently led in Poland's imports of reinforced flexible tubes and hoses in volume terms. Germany accounted for 43.4% of imports, China for 14.4%, and Italy for 13.5%, jointly representing 71.3% of total flows.

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

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

Imports in value, M $ US

After a two-year rise, Poland's imports of reinforced flexible tubes and hoses declined. In 2020, imports were valued at 108.6 million US dollars, marking a decline of 3.6% compared to 2019. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, imports increased by 37.2%, with a compound annual growth rate of 11.1%. The highest import value was recorded in 2019 at 112.7 million US dollars, while the largest increase occurred in 2018 at 41.8%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Germany, Italy, and China made the biggest contributions to Poland's imports of reinforced flexible tubes and hoses in value terms. Germany accounted for 45.2% of imports, Italy for 13.2%, and China for 9.9%, together representing 68.3% of total flows.

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

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