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Hollow Glass Manufacturing in Germany Industry Data and Analysis
In the last five years, industry turnover has increased by an average of 2.4% per year. The main reason for this is the increasing health and environmental awareness of consumers, which has led to high demand for glass containers from companies in the food and beverage industry over the past five years. The industry also benefited from a broadly diversified customer structure, which ensured stable sales markets in various segments such as spirits, wine, beer and non-alcoholic beverages. The high recyclability of glass, its environmental benefits and manufacturers' investments in energy-efficient technologies and sustainable packaging also contributed to the positive development of the industry. Leading companies such as O-I Germany and Verallia used economies of scale, customisation opportunities and innovation projects to strengthen their competitive position.In 2025, industry turnover is expected to fall by 0.4% to €4 billion. This development is likely to be primarily due to weaker demand from downstream sectors and the reduction in inventories. In addition, high energy prices continue to weigh on Germany as a production location and increase investment pressure on energy-intensive manufacturers. Nevertheless, the industry remains innovative and is benefiting from consumer preferences for neutral-tasting premium packaging. Consumers perceive glass as sustainable and quality-preserving, which opens up additional sales opportunities, particularly in the premium segment. The positive market impetus provided by new varieties, changed recipes and smaller packaging units is supporting demand despite economic uncertainties.According to IBISWorld forecasts, sales will increase by an average of 0.9% annually and therefore amount to €4.2 billion in 2030. The container glass industry faces several challenges and opportunities. A new ANSES study shows that microplastics in glass bottles are mostly caused by closures and not by the glass itself. The industry is responding with better materials and cooperation along the supply chain. At the same time, high production costs mean that companies are increasingly switching to other countries. The increasing reuse of glass containers is reducing the demand for new production, while ecologically questionable beverage cartons are becoming less attractive as an alternative. As a result, glass is once again making a name for itself as a sustainable packaging solution. Technological innovations such as lightweight glass and modern production processes reduce energy consumption, emissions and transport costs. Companies are increasingly investing in premium segments with a low reuse rate.
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What's included in this industry analysis
IBISWorld's research coverage on the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany includes market sizing, forecasting, data and analysis from 2015-2030. The most recent publication was released August 2025.
About this industry
What's this industry report about?
The Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany operates under the WZ industry code C23.13DE. Companies in this sector produce bottles, drinking glasses and other containers and household goods made of glass or crystal. The manufacture of flat glass and glass toys, on the other hand, is not part of the industry's activities. Related terms covered in the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany include dolomit, glashütte, taste of light, pet bottles, quarz, melting tub, soda and circuit count.
What's included in this industry?
Products and services covered in Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany include Coloured glass bottles, Flint glass bottles and Drinking glasses.
What companies are included in this industry?
Companies covered in the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany include Ardagh Group S. A., Wiegand-Glas Holding GmbH and Verallia Deutschland AG.
Performance
What's included in the Performance chapter?
The Performance chapter covers detailed analysis, datasets, detailed current performance, sources of volatility and an outlook with forecasts for the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany.
Questions answered in this chapter include what's driving current industry performance, what influences industry volatility, how do successful businesses overcome volatility, what's driving the industry outlook. This analysis is supported with data and statistics on industry revenues, costs, profits, businesses and employees.
Products & Markets
What's included in the Products and Markets chapter?
The Products and Markets chapter covers detailed product and service segmentation, analysis of major markets and international trade data for the for the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany.
Questions answered in this chapter include how are the industry's products and services performing, what are innovations in industry products and services, what products or services do successful businesses offer and what's influencing demand from the industry's markets. This includes data and statistics on industry revenues by product and service segmentation and major markets.
Geographic Breakdown
What's included in the Geographic Breakdown chapter?
The Geographic Breakdown chapter covers detailed analysis and datasets on regional performance of the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany.
Questions answered in this chapter include where are industry businesses located and how do businesses use location to their advantage. This includes data and statistics on industry revenues by location.
Competitive Forces
What's included in the Competitive Forces chapter?
The Competitive Forces chapter covers the concentration, barriers to entry and supplier and buyer profiles in the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany. This includes data and statistics on industry market share concentration, barriers to entry, substitute products and buyer & supplier power.
Questions answered in this chapter include what impacts the industry's market share concentration, how do successful businesses handle concentration, what challenges do potential industry entrants face, how can potential entrants overcome barriers to entry, what are substitutes for industry services, how do successful businesses compete with substitutes and what power do buyers and suppliers have over the industry and how do successful businesses manage buyer & supplier power.
Companies
What's included in the Companies chapter?
The Companies chapter covers Key Takeaways, Market Share and Companies in the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany. This includes data and analysis on companies operating in the industry that hold a market share greater than 5%.
Questions answered in this chapter include what companies have a meaningful market share and how each company is performing.
External Environment
What's included in the External Environment chapter?
The External Environment chapter covers Key Takeaways, External Drivers, Regulation & Policy and Assistance in the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany. This includes data and statistics on factors impacting industry revenue such as economic indicators, regulation, policy and assistance programs.
Questions answered in this chapter include what demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the industry, what regulations impact the industry, what assistance is available to this industry.
Financial Benchmarks
What's included in the Financial Benchmarks chapter?
The Financial Benchmarks chapter covers Key Takeaways, Cost Structure, Financial Ratios, Valuation Multiples and Key Ratios in the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany. This includes financial data and statistics on industry performance including key cost inputs, profitability, key financial ratios and enterprise value multiples.
Questions answered in this chapter include what trends impact industry costs and how financial ratios have changed overtime.
Industry Data
What's included in the Industry Data chapter?
The Industry Data chapter includes 10 years of historical data with 5 years of forecast data covering statistics like revenue, industry value add, establishments, enterprises, employment and wages in the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the market size of the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany in 2026?
The market size of the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany is €4.0bn in 2026.
How many businesses are there in the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany in 2025?
There are 43 businesses in the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany, which has declined at a CAGR of 0.5 % between 2020 and 2025.
How may import tariffs affect the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany?
The Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany is likely to be significantly impacted by import tariffs with imports accounting for a high share of industry revenue.
How may export tariffs affect the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany?
The Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany is likely to be significantly impacted by export tariffs with exports accounting for a high share of industry revenue.
Has the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany has been growing at a CAGR of 2.4 % between 2020 and 2025.
What is the forecast growth of the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany is expected to grow.
What are the biggest companies in the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany?
The biggest companies operating in the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany are Ardagh Group S. A., Wiegand-Glas Holding GmbH and Verallia Deutschland AG
What does the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany include?
Manufacture of glass or crystal containers and Manufacture of household goods made of glass or crystal are part of the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany?
The company holding the most market share in the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany is Ardagh Group S. A..
How competitive is the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany?
The level of competition is high and increasing in the Hollow Glass Manufacturing industry in Germany.
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