Glass Manufacturing Industry Report
GMIC produced the latest industry report dashboard in late 2025.
It includes both quantitative and qualitative data on overall industry production and trends, as well as historical data on specific segments, including container glass, float glass, specialty glass, and fiberglass.
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Accessing the Complete Report
The complete report is free for GMIC members. Non-GMIC can join the association or purchase access to the report. For more information, please contact Donna Banks at dbanks@gmic.org or 614-523-3033.
Industry Data
Vital industry metrics broken out by segment and detailed as historical trends, industry predictions, detailed graphs and tables, and informative analysis.
- Production and revenue volumes
- Market share by segment and region
- Capital expenditures
- Production facilities
- Employment and salaries
- Energy usage and costs
- Recycling analysis and trends
- Competitive industries and comparative analysis
- Operational data: COGS, margin, payroll, capital, etc.
- Operating ratios and other relevant financial and industry benchmarks
- Major manufacturing company profiles
- Inventory turnover
- Plant utilization
- Research and development
- Value-added opportunities
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Emissions Regulations
A detailed and comprehensive survey of emissions regulations relevant to glass manufacturing in North America and Europe, along with recommended best practices.
Contact List
This valuable resource includes GMIC members’ headquarters and factory lists (now available as spreadsheets) and supplier lists (alphabetical and by category).
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