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Slovakia: Market for Optical Fibers and Bundles 2025

Market Size for Optical Fibers and Bundles in Slovakia

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in the Slovak optical fiber and bundle market, when its value decreased by -31% to $X. Overall, consumption, however, saw a significant expansion. Optical fiber and bundle consumption peaked at $X in 2021, and then contracted sharply in the following year.

Exports of Optical Fibers and Bundles

Exports from Slovakia

In 2022, optical fiber and bundle exports from Slovakia declined dramatically to X tons, reducing by -69.4% compared with the previous year. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 491% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, optical fiber and bundle exports dropped significantly to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, recorded a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 198% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2021, and then reduced remarkably in the following year.

Exports by Country

The Czech Republic (X tons) was the main destination for optical fiber and bundle exports from Slovakia, with a 65% share of total exports. Moreover, optical fiber and bundle exports to the Czech Republic exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Romania (X tons), sixfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Italy (X kg), with an 8.8% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the Czech Republic stood at +79.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Romania (+79.4% per year) and Italy (+71.6% per year).

In value terms, the Czech Republic ($X), Romania ($X) and Italy ($X) constituted the largest markets for optical fiber and bundle exported from Slovakia worldwide, with a combined 81% share of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Romania, with a CAGR of +69.9%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average optical fiber and bundle export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 59% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, showed a deep downturn. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Romania ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to India ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United Arab Emirates (+7.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Imports of Optical Fibers and Bundles

Imports into Slovakia

In 2022, supplies from abroad of optical fibers and bundles decreased by -41.7% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, enjoyed a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 408%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2021, and then declined significantly in the following year.

In value terms, optical fiber and bundle imports declined notably to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, recorded significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 469% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2021, and then reduced remarkably in the following year.

Imports by Country

The Czech Republic (X tons), Italy (X tons) and Germany (X tons) were the main suppliers of optical fiber and bundle imports to Slovakia, together accounting for 73% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Italy (with a CAGR of +108.6%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest optical fiber and bundle suppliers to Slovakia were the Netherlands ($X), Italy ($X) and Germany ($X), together comprising 77% of total imports.

Italy, with a CAGR of +114.8%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average optical fiber and bundle import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, jumping by 29% against the previous year. In general, the import price enjoyed a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 128% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for the Czech Republic ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+14.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for optical fibers, bundles and cables in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of optical fiber, bundle and cable consumption, accounting for 20% of total volume. Moreover, optical fiber, bundle and cable consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.1% share.

What are the largest producers of optical fibers, bundles and cables in the world?

The country with the largest volume of optical fiber, bundle and cable production was China, comprising approx. 39% of total volume. Moreover, optical fiber, bundle and cable production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 4.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of optical fibers, bundles and cables to Slovakia?

In value terms, Germany, the Netherlands and the Czech Republic appeared to be the largest optical fiber, bundle and cable suppliers to Slovakia, together comprising 56% of total imports. Poland, China, Italy, Austria, the UK, Ukraine, Belgium, Slovenia, Hungary and Sweden lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 37%.

What are the leading importers of optical fibers, bundles and cables from Slovakia?

In value terms, Germany remains the key foreign market for optical fiber, bundle and cable exports from Slovakia, comprising 40% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the UK, with a 20% share of total exports. It was followed by the Czech Republic, with a 5.7% share.

What is the average export price for optical fibers, bundles and cables in Slovakia?

In 2021, the average export price for optical fibers, bundles and cables amounted to $18,116 per ton, rising by 12% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for optical fibers, bundles and cables in Slovakia?

The average import price for optical fibers, bundles and cables stood at $38,393 per ton in 2021, surging by 6.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for optical fiber and bundle in Slovakia. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 27311200 - Optical fibres and optical fibre bundles, optical fibre cables (except those made up of individually sheathed fibres)

Country coverage:

Slovakia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Slovakia
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024