Tents market in Poland

Earlier Report Observations

The tent market in Poland began the period with a volume of 1 798 tons in 2018, supported by growing consumer interest in outdoor activities and the adoption of innovative features such as nano-coated fabrics for improved waterproofing and breathability. Market volume then declined over the next two years, falling to 1 439 tons by 2020.

By 2023, the market recovered to 1 865 tons. This rebound coincided with a strengthened trend toward eco-friendly products, where manufacturers increasingly used biodegradable or recycled materials and continued to integrate high-tech fabrics to enhance user comfort and functionality.

In 2024, the regulatory environment eased as tents were not classified as permanent structures, simplifying their use without building permits. The market also saw the rise of new formats like geodesic tents for glamping and a stronger emphasis on fire-resistant and modular designs, reflecting a diversification of demand and continued focus on sustainable materials.

Production tents in Poland

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In Poland, the value of tent production reached 35 046 thousand US dollars in 2020, marking a moderate year-on-year increase of 5.8%. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production grew by 16.7%, with a compound annual growth rate of 5.3%. The highest value was recorded in 2018 at 36 344 thousand US dollars, which saw the largest increase of 21.1%. In contrast, the largest decline occurred in 2019, with a drop of 8.9%.

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

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Poland's tent production declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, the country produced 1 454 tonnes of tents, representing a decrease of 2.2% compared to the previous year. Between 2017 and 2020, production fell by 11.7%, equating to an annualized decline of 4.1%. The peak was in 2018 with 1 725 tonnes, which also saw the largest increase of 4.7%. The most significant drop occurred in 2019, with a decline of 13.8%.

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

Exports tents from Poland

Exports in kind, t

Poland's tent export volume increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, exports amounted to 7 384 tonnes, up by 29.6% compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, exports rose by 62.1%, with a compound annual growth rate of 17.5%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Poland exported tents to numerous countries. Even the largest destinations—Germany, Romania, and Czechia—collectively accounted for only 40.7% of total exports in volume terms, highlighting a diverse export market.

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, K $ US

Poland's tent exports increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, exports stood at 44 092 thousand US dollars, constituting a year-on-year rise of 23.6%. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, exports grew by 73%, with a compound annual growth rate of 20.0%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Germany (20.6% of exports in value terms), Czechia (14.4%), and Romania (10.3%) were among the largest buyers of tents from Poland. However, even together, they represented just 45.3% of total exports in value terms, indicating a broadly diversified partner base.

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

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

Imports tents to Poland

Imports in kind, t

Poland's import volume of tents increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, the country imported a total of 7 369 tonnes of tents, corresponding to a rise of 23.6% compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, imports grew by 86.5%, with a compound annual growth rate of 23.1%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, China remained the dominant source for imports in volume terms, holding an 86.7% share of total flows. The remainder was fragmented across other markets.

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, K $ US

Poland's tent imports increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, the country imported 50 946 thousand US dollars worth of tents, up by 69.3% year-over-year. Between 2017 and 2020, imports surged by 173.4%, equating to an annualized growth rate of 39.8%.

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

Over the period from 2017 to 2020, China and the United States were the dominant suppliers of tents to Poland, together accounting for 80.1% of total imports in value terms. Other destinations each held relatively small shares.

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

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