Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in Ireland compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data Ireland
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#13 In EuropeBusiness
#26 In EuropeEmployees
#13 In EuropeWages
#9 In EuropeThe Meat Processing in Ireland ranks 13rd in Europe with regards to its 2024 revenue (€6.9bn). Revenue received by operators in Ireland has been low in volatility over the past five-year period, with the average annual change in revenue (7.8 %) most comparable to...
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Revenue per Enterprise
Value (€ Million) in 2024
Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Meat Processing industry in Ireland in 2024?
The market size of the Meat Processing industry in Ireland is €6.9bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Meat Processing in Ireland industry in 2024?
There are 259 businesses in the Meat Processing industry in Ireland, which has grown at a CAGR of 1.0 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Meat Processing industry in Ireland grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Meat Processing industry in Ireland has been growing at a CAGR of 7.8 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Meat Processing industry in Ireland over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Meat Processing industry in Ireland is expected to grow.
What are the biggest companies in the Meat Processing market in Ireland?
The biggest companies operating in the Meat Processing market in Ireland are ABP Food Group and ABP Food Group
What does the Meat Processing in Ireland include?
Beef and Veal are part of the Meat Processing industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Meat Processing in Ireland?
The company holding the most market share in Ireland is ABP Food Group.
How competitive is the Meat Processing industry in Ireland?
The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Meat Processing industry in Ireland.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
Complementors
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Companies in this industry process livestock to produce red meat. They operate slaughterhouses, produce fresh, chilled or frozen meat as carcasses and cuts and produce by-products like rendered lard, tallow, offal and pulled wool. Industry participants also bone, preserve and pack meat.
What's included in this industry?
BeefVealLambMuttonPorkPoultryRabbitIndustry Code
101 - Processing and preserving of meat in Ireland
Performance
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
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Meat Processing in Ireland
- Employees in the Meat Processing in Ireland
- Business in the Meat Processing in Ireland
- Profit in the Meat Processing in Ireland
Current Performance
Analysis
How does this country's performance compare to Europe?
Life Cycle
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
International Trade
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
ANALYSIS
What is the competitive landscape in Europe?
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Meat processors are subject to stringent regulations. Legislation covers aspects like food safety, animal welfare and environmental standards. It aim to ensure high-quality products, ethical practices and environmental sustainability.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Meat Processing in Ireland industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Sustainable practices drive profit growth. A growing interest in ethically sourced, environmentally friendly options encourages processors to conserve waste and energy and allows them to raise prices.
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 Meat Processing in Ireland 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)
Methodology
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