The manufacture of domestic glass is widely distributed across the EU, with over 100 installations. Approximately 61 installations meet the production criterion of 20/tpd, as total melting capacity for the installation comprising one or more furnaces, as specified by Directive 2008/1/EC and these account for the majority of EU production. In 2009, total production was around 500,000/t. The domestic glass sector is one of the smaller sectors of the glass industry with approximately 4% of total output. This sector covers the production of glass tableware, cookware and decorative items, which include drinking glasses, cups, bowls, plates, cookware, vases and ornaments. This articles gives an idea of the recent achievements of sector organisations regarding activities and issues of the industry.
