The Europe glassware market size is expected to reach USD 4.58 billion by 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. It is expected to expand at a CAGR of 7.4% from 2025 to 2030. The market is expected to witness prominent growth in the future owing to the economic growth in emerging countries and the development of attractive glassware products.
Furthermore, the increasing urbanization is one of the prominent factors leading to a change in the purchasing behavior of consumers. The growing population due to the migration of individuals from different countries has increased the number of glassware purchases as per the individual’s preference, in turn, propelling the product demand. A majority of the population in each EU-27 Member State lived in owner-occupied dwellings in 2018, this share ranging from 51.4% in Germany to 96.4% in Romania; the EU-27 average was 70.0%. The trend of living in rental houses has resulted in individuals often changing their houses, thus triggering the product demand as individuals prefer new glassware in their new house.
A rise in alcohol consumption is also acting as a major driver for the market from both the residential and commercial sectors. According to a 2019 report by the WHO, on average, adults (aged 15 years and over) in the European Union countries drink the equivalent of more than 2 bottles of wine per week. When lifetime abstainers and former drinkers are removed, it reveals that adults drink more than 3 bottles of wine a week. Across the population, 30.4% of people report having consumed more than 60g of pure alcohol on a single occasion in the last 30 days - this is equivalent to more than 5 drinks on 1 occasion.
The growing trend of nuclear families is creating more opportunities and growth prospects for the market. In addition, the frequency of formal dining occasions at home is increasing, thereby creating more demand for luxury and premium glassware among consumers. However, the use of plastic ware in various small restaurants due to their low cost and less maintenance is projected to restrain the market growth in the commercial sector. However, increasing awareness about the health benefits of using glassware for drinking can negate the effect of the restraining factors.
The growth of the commercial sector, particularly restaurants and cafes, in the region is creating a high demand for glassware. As per the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA), in 2017, there were 301,593 cafes and 13,344 coffee-focused shops in Western Europe. The uptick in the number of café outlets is increasing the need for glassware products, which is likely to boost the growth prospects for the market over the forecast period. In Europe, the U.K. is foreseen to remain at the forefront and is projected to expand at a notable CAGR over the forecast period.
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By product, the wine glass segment is projected to be the fastest-growing segment over the forecast period
Based on distribution channel, the specialty stores dominated the market with the largest revenue share in 2024.
In terms of branding, the branded segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR over the forecast perio
In Europe, the UK glassware industry dominated the European market with the largest revenue share of 16.6% in 2024
Grand View Research has segmented the Europe glassware market report based on product, distribution channel, branding, and country
Europe Glassware Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
Beer Glass
Wine Glass
Cocktail Glass
Spirits Glass
Others
Europe Glassware Distribution Channel Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
Supermarkets & Hypermarkets
Specialty Stores
Online Retail
Others
Europe Glassware Branding Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
Branded Glassware
Non-branded Glassware
Europe Glassware Country Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
UK
Germany
France
Italy
Benelux
Spain
Russia
List of Key Players of Europe Glassware Market
Sisecam
Villeroy & Boch Group AG
Fiskars Group
Lifetime Brands, Inc.
Ritzenhoff Cristal GmbH
Steelite International
Alessi SpA
ARC International
Joh. Oertel & Co. Kristallglas
Bormioli Luigi S.p.A.
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