Tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds market in Germany

Earlier Report Observations

The German market for tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds grew steadily from 2018 to 2021, with volume rising from 33 761 t to 46 146 t. This expansion was supported by increasing global trade volumes and broader demand, as well as Germany's significant role in European trade flows and sustained consumption within the single market.

After a period of moderated growth to 47 566 t in 2022, the market contracted sharply to 34 569 t in 2023. A partial recovery followed in 2024, bringing volume to 38 467 t, though it remained below the peak levels seen earlier in the period.

Production tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds in Germany

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Germany's production of tarpaulins, awnings, and sunblinds has increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, the output value reached 539.9 million US dollars, marking a 20.6% rise compared to 2019. From 2017 to 2020, production grew by 35.9%, which translates to an annualized rate of 10.8%.

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

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Germany's production of tarpaulins, awnings, and sunblinds has risen for the third year in a row. In 2020, the country produced 25 551 tonnes, up by 15.3% from 2019. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production increased by 24.3%, equating to an annualized growth rate of 7.5%.

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

Exports tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds from Germany

Exports in kind, t

Germany's export volumes of tarpaulins, awnings, and sunblinds have grown for the second consecutive year. In 2020, exports totaled 11 135 tonnes, showing a moderate increase of 6.0% compared to the previous year. From 2017 to 2020, exports rose by 12.7%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.1%. The lowest volume was recorded in 2018 at 9 809 tonnes, which also saw the largest decline of 0.7%. In contrast, the largest increase occurred in 2019, with a 7.1% rise.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Austria, Switzerland, and the Netherlands were the primary markets for Germany's exports in kind. Austria accounted for 23.3% of exports, Switzerland for 17.0%, and the Netherlands for 10.8%. Together, these three countries represented 51.1% of total export flows.

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

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

Exports in value, M $ US

Germany's exports of tarpaulins, awnings, and sunblinds have increased for the third year in a row. In 2020, export value reached 190.7 million US dollars, reflecting a solid year-over-year growth of 10.6%. Between 2017 and 2020, exports grew by 18.4%, which corresponds to an annualized rate of 5.8%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Austria, Switzerland, and the Netherlands consistently led in Germany's export structure by value. Austria held a 22.5% share, Switzerland 17.5%, and the Netherlands 12.1%. Combined, these countries accounted for 52.0% of total export flows.

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

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

Imports tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds to Germany

Imports in kind, t

Germany's import volumes of tarpaulins, awnings, and sunblinds have increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, imports totaled 25 956 tonnes, up by 4.0% from 2019. From 2017 to 2020, imports grew by 23%, equating to an annualized rate of 7.1%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, China, Poland, and Belgium were the top suppliers of tarpaulins, awnings, and sunblinds to Germany by volume. China accounted for 56.2% of imports, Poland for 18.9%, and Belgium for 6.3%. Together, these three countries made up 81.4% of total import volumes.

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

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

Imports in value, M $ US

After two years of growth, Germany's imports of tarpaulins, awnings, and sunblinds declined. In 2020, imports amounted to 174.6 million US dollars, remaining broadly stable compared to the previous year. From 2017 to 2020, imports increased by 24.7%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6%. The highest value was recorded in 2019 at 175.1 million US dollars, while the largest increase occurred in 2018 with a 12.5% rise.

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

From 2017 to 2020, China, Poland, and Belgium continued to be the leading suppliers of tarpaulins, awnings, and sunblinds to Germany by value. China accounted for 35.9% of imports, Poland for 22.6%, and Belgium for 13.0%. Collectively, these countries represented 71.6% of total import value.

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

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