Rigid plastic tubes, pipes and hoses of PE market in Greece

Earlier Report Observations

The market for rigid polyethylene pipes in Greece began the period with the introduction of cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) pipes for heating and water supply, offering greater flexibility and resistance, alongside double-wall HDPE pipes for non-pressure drainage. These product innovations were supported by the adoption of stringent European standards such as EN 12201-2, which mandated high quality and safety for drinking water systems. Despite these advancements, the total market volume experienced a slight contraction from 17 437 tons in 2018 to 16 522 tons in 2019.

A sustained expansion followed, with market volume reaching 27 131 tons by 2022. This growth was underpinned by the continued use of high-performance PE 100 pipes for potable water and irrigation, as well as the reinforced application of double-wall HDPE pipes for sewer networks, which complied with the updated EN 13476-3 standard. These developments, coupled with ongoing regulatory compliance, stimulated demand across various infrastructure and construction segments.

After the 2022 peak, the market volume declined to 26 170 tons in 2023 and further to 24 200 tons in 2024. In value terms, the market exhibited a similar pattern, rising to $62.5 million in 2022 before settling at $62.2 million in 2024, indicating some price pressures amid the volume reduction.

Production rigid plastic tubes, pipes and hoses of PE in Greece

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In Greece, the production value of rigid plastic tubes, pipes and hoses made from polyethylene reached 31 689 thousand US dollars in 2020, marking a year-on-year increase of 10.5%. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production grew by 46.5%, which translates to an annualized growth rate of 13.6%. The most significant decline occurred in 2019, with a drop of 8.1%, while the largest increase was recorded in 2018, at 44.3%.

Annual dynamics of production in Greece in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Greece produced 16 290 tonnes of rigid plastic tubes, pipes and hoses made from polyethylene in 2020, showing a notable 12.4% increase compared to 2019. From 2017 to 2020, production rose by 54%, equivalent to an annualized growth rate of 15.5%. The largest decline was in 2019, at 1.3%, whereas the biggest increase happened in 2018, with a jump of 38.8%.

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

Exports rigid plastic tubes, pipes and hoses of PE from Greece

Exports in kind, t

Exports of rigid plastic tubes, pipes and hoses made from polyethylene from Greece grew for the third consecutive year. In 2020, Greece exported 2 663 tonnes, reflecting a sharp year-on-year increase of 30.3%. Between 2017 and 2020, exports surged by 86.2%, which corresponds to an annualized growth rate of 23.0%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Bulgaria, Serbia, and Cyprus were the leading destinations for Greece's exports of rigid plastic tubes, pipes and hoses in volume terms. Bulgaria accounted for 23.4% of exports, Serbia for 20.1%, and Cyprus for 12.0%. Together, these three countries represented 55.5% of total export flows.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

Cross-border shipments of rigid plastic tubes, pipes and hoses made from polyethylene from Greece increased for the third year in a row. In 2020, Greece exported these products worth 6 597 thousand US dollars, showing a solid rise of 16.3% compared to the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports grew by 52.2%, equating to an annualized growth rate of 15.0%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Cyprus were the top contributors to Greece's export value of rigid plastic tubes, pipes and hoses. Serbia made up 23.2% of exports in value terms, Bulgaria 14.5%, and Cyprus 13.3%. Collectively, these three countries accounted for 51.0% of total export flows.

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

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

Imports rigid plastic tubes, pipes and hoses of PE to Greece

Imports in kind, t

In 2020, Greece's imports of rigid plastic tubes, pipes and hoses made from polyethylene totaled 6 706 tonnes, representing a 64.4% increase compared to 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, imports grew by 62.3%, with an annualized growth rate of 17.5%. The lowest volume was recorded in 2019 at 4 079 tonnes, which also saw the largest decline of 12.7%.

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

Throughout 2017-2020, Bulgaria, Italy, and Czechia were the primary sources for Greece's imports of rigid plastic tubes, pipes and hoses in volume terms. These three markets together accounted for 84.1% of total import flows.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

In 2020, Greece's imports of rigid plastic tubes, pipes and hoses made from polyethylene reached 14 000 thousand US dollars, marking a gain of 38.9% over 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports increased by 45.1%, with a compound annual growth rate of 13.2%. The largest decline occurred in 2019, at 14.3%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Bulgaria, Italy, and Czechia formed the key group of partners for Greece's imports of rigid plastic tubes, pipes and hoses in value terms. Bulgaria contributed 38.2% of imports, Italy 24.7%, and Czechia 19.8%. Together, these three countries represented 82.6% of total import flows.

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

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