Reinforced flexible tubes and hoses market in Portugal

Earlier Report Observations

The market for reinforced flexible tubes and hoses in Portugal grew consistently from 43 823 thousand US dollars in 2018 to 66 465 thousand US dollars in 2021. This expansion was driven by government initiatives to replace aging metal pipelines with corrosion-resistant plastic alternatives, particularly in water supply and sanitation networks. The enlargement of irrigated agricultural areas under state programs increased demand for durable plastic tubing, while a trend toward modular and flexible piping systems gained traction in urban construction. The entry of reinforced polymer systems by companies like Aliaxis and investments by local manufacturers in multilayer and composite technologies further supported market growth.

After reaching its peak in 2021, the market value entered a period of decline, dropping to 24 723 thousand US dollars by 2024. The contraction was primarily due to a significant reduction in domestic production, which fell from 56 808 thousand US dollars in 2021 to 19 152 thousand US dollars in 2024. Imports remained stable while exports rose, contributing to the smaller market volume. Despite ongoing public policies favoring plastic piping and the emergence of new product segments for industrial applications, the overall market size decreased over these years.

Production reinforced flexible tubes and hoses in Portugal

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Portugal's production of reinforced flexible tubes and hoses has increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, the output was valued at 56 808 thousand US dollars, marking a 31.6% rise compared to 2020. From 2018 to 2021, production grew by 46.5%, which translates to an annualized rate of 13.6%.

Annual dynamics of production in Portugal in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

In kind, 2018-2021, t

Portugal's production of reinforced flexible tubes and hoses has increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, the country produced 18 160 tonnes, remaining nearly unchanged from 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, production rose by 18.7%, equating to an annualized growth rate of 5.9%.

Annual dynamics of production in Portugal in kind, 2018-2021, t

Exports reinforced flexible tubes and hoses from Portugal

Exports in kind, t

Portugal's exports of reinforced flexible tubes and hoses have increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, exports reached 7 453 tonnes, showing a sharp increase of 45.0% from 2020. From 2018 to 2021, exports grew by 53.9%, corresponding to an annualized rate of 15.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Portugal in kind, 2018-2021, t

Between 2018 and 2021, Portugal's exports of reinforced flexible tubes and hoses were widely dispersed across partner countries. Spain accounted for 20.5% of exports, France for 12.4%, and Angola for 11.7%. Together, these three countries represented only 44.5% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Portugal in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

The data reveals irregular changes, indicating a volatile market environment. Exports reached their lowest point in 2019 at 13 370 thousand US dollars, with the largest decline of 13.8% recorded that year. In 2021, exports peaked at 24 890 thousand US dollars, showing a gain of 76.7% compared to 2020. Overall, exports changed by 1.9-fold from the trough in 2019 to the peak in 2021.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Portugal in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

From 2018 to 2021, Portugal's export portfolio for reinforced flexible tubes and hoses in value terms was quite broad. Spain represented 21.3% of exports, Angola 12.2%, and France 12.1%. Combined, these three countries accounted for only 45.5% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Portugal in value, 2018-2021

Imports reinforced flexible tubes and hoses to Portugal

Imports in kind, t

Portugal's imports of reinforced flexible tubes and hoses have increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, imports amounted to 4 578 tonnes, corresponding to a steep improvement of 27.1% compared to 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, imports rose by 83.6%, equating to an annualized rate of 22.4%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Portugal in kind, 2018-2021, t

Throughout 2018–2021, Spain, Italy, and China formed the core of Portugal's imports of reinforced flexible tubes and hoses in kind. Spain accounted for 40.4% of imports, Italy for 21.3%, and China for 13.2%. Together, these three countries represented 74.9% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Portugal in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

Portugal's imports of reinforced flexible tubes and hoses have increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, imports were valued at 27 830 thousand US dollars, equivalent to an increase of 44.1% from 2020. The minimum value was recorded in 2019 at 19 319 thousand US dollars, with the largest decline of 6.0% that year. Between 2018 and 2021, imports grew by 68.1%, corresponding to an annualized rate of 18.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Portugal in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Throughout 2018–2021, Italy, Spain, and Germany formed the core group of markets for Portugal's imports of reinforced flexible tubes and hoses in value terms. Italy accounted for 30.9% of imports, Spain for 27.5%, and Germany for 22.0%. Together, these three countries represented 80.4% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Portugal in value, 2018-2021