Industry Statistics and Trends
Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Europe key trends
COVID-19 brings construction activity to a halt.
Concrete, cement and building plaster product manufacturers saw their sales and output plummet when lockdown restrictions were in place, hurting revenue.
Sustainability moves to the forefront of construction product manufacturing.
Many manufacturers have looked to widen their sustainable product offerings to capitalise on a growing market for eco-friendly materials.
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Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Europe market size (2019-2024)
Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 2.1 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €130.5bn in 2024.
Trends and Insights
Inflated borrowing costs hit demand from key construction markets
- In response to spiralling inflation, central banks across Europe ramped up interest rates. This drastically reduced demand for new housing, a key market for concrete, cement and plaster products, as the cost of borrowing picked up.
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Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Europe outlook (2024-2029)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
An improving economic environment aids demand for construction products
- In the short term, interest rates are likely to fall as inflationary pressures subside, reducing the cost of borrowing and supporting investment projects. This will lift demand for construction products and support revenue growth.
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Revenue
€130.5bn
Employees
967k
Wages
€XX.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.
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Biggest companies in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Kingspan Group plc | 6,830.0 | 835.2 | 12.2 | |
Saint-Gobain SA | 56,529.0 | 5,487.0 | 9.7 | |
Wienerberger AG | 3,305.0 | 389.6 | 11.8 |
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Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Europe
Products & Services Segmentation
Industry revenue broken down by key product and services lines.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing industry in Europe in 2024?
The market size of the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing industry in Europe is €130.5bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Europe industry in 2024?
There are 64,013 businesses in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 10.2 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 2.1 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Europe include?
Concrete products and Cement products are part of the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing industry.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing industry is Russia.
How competitive is the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing industry in Europe?
The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Austria
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in France
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Lithuania
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the Netherlands
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Belgium
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Italy
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Sweden
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Cyprus
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Latvia
- Concrete Construction Product Manufacturing in the UK
- Building Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK
- Ready-Mixed Concrete Manufacturing in the UK
- Concrete Construction Product Manufacturing in Germany
- Concrete Construction Product Manufacturing in Ireland
- Ready-Mixed Concrete Manufacturing in Ireland
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Greece
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Romania
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Norway
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Hungary
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Denmark
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Germany
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Malta
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Spain
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Portugal
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Serbia
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Czechia
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Turkey
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Ireland
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Estonia
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Iceland
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Europe
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Luxembourg
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Russia
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Slovakia
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Poland
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Finland
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Croatia
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Slovenia
- Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Bulgaria
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Companies in this industry manufacture construction products from concrete, cement, and plaster-based materials.
Related Terms
PLASTERBOARDPRECAST CONCRETE CORNICEWhat's included in this industry?
Concrete productsCement productsBuilding plaster productsCompanies
Kingspan Group plcSaint-Gobain SAWienerberger AGIndustry Code
2395 - Manufacture of articles of concrete, cement and plaster in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
Inflated borrowing costs hit demand from key construction markets
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Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue Growth
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Employees in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Business in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Profit in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
The residential sectors plays a significant role in determining demand. Building plaster products, most notably plasterboard, are vital in the construction of buildings and houses. A recent slowdown in the housing market is hurting sales.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Europe industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Largest Importer
- Smallest Importer
- Total Imports into Europe
- Largest Exporter
- Smallest Exporter
- Total Exports into Europe
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2024)
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Revenue by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Enterprises by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Employment by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Wages by Region (2024)
Industry Geographic Breakdown
Data Tables
Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:
- Revenue (2024)
- IVA (2024)
- Enterprises (2024)
- Employment (2024)
- Exports (2024)
- Imports (2024)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Small companies hold down concentration. Despite containing of a handful of large manufacturers, the industry has a low level of concentration, with many smaller players catering to niche markets.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2019-2024)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 10 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit Margin (2024)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for Kingspan Group plc
- Countries of operation for Saint-Gobain SA
- Countries of operation for Wienerberger AG
- Countries of operation for Etex Group SA
- Countries of operation for Cemex, SAB de CV
- Countries of operation for Holcim Ltd
- Countries of operation for CRH plc
- Countries of operation for Buzzi Unicem SpA
- Countries of operation for Forterra plc
- Countries of operation for Knauf Gips KG
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Cement, concrete and building plaster manufacturers contend with strict regulation. This typically focuses on building regulations and product specification codes.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Supply chain disruptions ramp up purchase costs. Manufacturers have contended with inflated purchase costs since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, weighing on profitability.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
- Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
- Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
- Average Wage (2014-2029)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and boottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2024)
- Business Growth (2024)
- Job Growth (2024)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2024)
- Imports/Demand (2024)
- Exports/Revenue (2024)
- Revenue per Employee (2024)
- Wages/Revenue (2024)
- Employees per Establishment (2024)
- Average Wage (2024)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2014-2029)
- IVA (2014-2029)
- Establishments (2014-2029)
- Enterprises (2014-2029)
- Employment (2014-2029)
- Exports (2014-2029)
- Imports (2014-2029)
- Wages (2014-2029)
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