Tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds market in Romania

Earlier Report Observations

Between 2018 and 2020, the Romanian market for tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds expanded significantly, with volume rising from 3 984 т in 2019 to 6 538 т in 2020. This growth was driven by the introduction of new product segments like retractable awnings and pergolas featuring professional textiles and Somfy automation, offered by companies such as BBB INVEST. Consumer preferences also shifted towards more aesthetic and practical outdoor shading solutions, including wooden horizontal blinds and Zipscreen roller systems, which increased demand. Local firms with decades of experience, like COMFORTEX HOME DESIGN and Ilcora, broadened their product ranges and services, supporting market expansion.

Market volume contracted sharply to 3 618 т in 2021 and further to 3 186 т in 2022, coinciding with a steep drop in domestic production. During this period, industry focus remained on product innovation and quality, with an emphasis on advanced materials for tarpaulins and awnings, as well as growing demand for customized and integrated terrace enclosure solutions. While these trends shaped product offerings, they did not reverse the overall market decline.

Over the full period from 2018 to 2024, the market exhibited considerable volatility, largely influenced by fluctuations in domestic production. Underlying demand persisted, as reflected in stable annual import volumes ranging between 2 127 т and 2 868 т from 2021 onward. The market continued to evolve towards more durable, automated, and sophisticated outdoor shading systems, emphasizing quality materials and comprehensive installation services.

Production tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds in Romania

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In 2020, Romania's production of tarpaulins, awnings, and sunblinds reached a value of 35,771 thousand US dollars, marking a significant increase of 24.8% compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production grew by 34.5%, which translates to an annualized growth rate of 10.4%. The largest decline occurred in 2019, with a drop of 7.0%, while the largest increase was recorded in 2018, at 24.8%.

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

In kind, 2017-2020, t

In 2020, Romania produced 5,266 tonnes of tarpaulins, awnings, and sunblinds, representing a substantial increase of 51.2% over the previous year. From 2017 to 2020, production rose by 55.8%, equating to an annualized growth rate of 15.9%.

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

Exports tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds from Romania

Exports in kind, t

Romania's export volume of tarpaulins, awnings, and sunblinds declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, exports stood at 929 tonnes, which is 41.6% lower than in 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, exports decreased by 33.9%, with an annualized decline rate of 12.9%. The peak export volume was recorded in 2018 at 1,895 tonnes, which also saw the largest increase of 34.9%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Italy was the leading destination for Romania's exports in kind, accounting for 84.7% of total flows, while other markets made up the remainder.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

Romania's export value of tarpaulins, awnings, and sunblinds fell for the second year in a row. In 2020, exports amounted to 7,108 thousand US dollars, reflecting a sharp decline of 34.0% compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports dropped by 29.3%, with an annualized decrease of 10.9%. The highest export value was in 2018 at 11,541 thousand US dollars, which also experienced the largest increase of 14.7%.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, Italy and Belgium were the primary markets for Romania's exports in value terms of tarpaulins, awnings, and sunblinds, together dominating the majority of flows, while other markets played a less significant role.

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

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

Imports tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds to Romania

Imports in kind, t

Romania's import volume of tarpaulins, awnings, and sunblinds increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, imports reached 2,200 tonnes, up by 5.3% from the previous year. From 2017 to 2020, imports grew by 16.2%, with an annualized growth rate of 5.1%.

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

During 2017-2020, China remained the dominant source for Romania's imports in kind, holding a 72.7% share of total flows, with the rest fragmented across other markets.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

In 2020, Romania's imports of tarpaulins, awnings, and sunblinds totaled 8,398 thousand US dollars, showing an increase of 13.1% from the year before. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports rose by 27.6%, with a compound annual growth rate of 8.5%. The largest decline occurred in 2019 at 6.4%, while the largest increase was in 2018 at 20.6%.

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

Throughout 2017-2020, China, Turkey, and Germany were the main sources for Romania's imports in value terms of tarpaulins, awnings, and sunblinds, with shares of 53.4%, 9.3%, and 6.8% respectively, collectively accounting for 69.5% of total flows.

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

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