Industry Statistics and Trends
Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Europe key trends
Europe's clay material manufacturing industry is getting a green makeover.
As consumers become more eco-conscious, manufacturers (particularly in Spain, France and Italy) are opting for environment-friendly materials in their production, shaping a sustainable future for construction.
Digital innovation is revolutionising the clay building sector in Europe.
Especially visible in Spain and France, technologies like 3D modelling and AI are streamlining the manufacturing process, boosting efficiency while reducing errors.
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Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Europe market size (2019-2024)
Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 3.9 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €32.1bn in 2024.
Trends and Insights
Rising demand for green construction drives the eco-friendly clay market
- As consumers become more conscious about environmental impact, demand for green solutions in construction has risen, impacting the clay building materials market.
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Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Europe outlook (2024-2029)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
Low-cost imports will adversely impact European domestic manufacturers
- Foreign manufacturers will likely gain a comparative advantage, as inflation puts pressure on wages and a weakened euro. This situation will make imports more appealing, negatively impacting countries like France, which is known for its high-quality clay building materials.
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Revenue
€32.1bn
Employees
222k
Wages
€X.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.
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Biggest companies in the Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Wienerberger AG | 3,305.0 | 389.6 | 11.8 | |
CRH plc | 32,820.4 | 2,691.1 | 8.2 | |
Forterra Building Products Ltd | 455.9 | 69.2 | 15.2 |
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Clay Building Materials 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 Clay Building Materials Manufacturing industry in Europe in 2024?
The market size of the Clay Building Materials Manufacturing industry in Europe is €32.1bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Europe industry in 2024?
There are 3,766 businesses in the Clay Building Materials Manufacturing industry in Europe, which has declined at a CAGR of 4.9 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Clay Building Materials Manufacturing industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Clay Building Materials Manufacturing industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 3.9 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Clay Building Materials Manufacturing industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Clay Building Materials Manufacturing industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Europe include?
Clay building bricks and Ceramic tiles and flags are part of the Clay Building Materials Manufacturing industry.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Clay Building Materials Manufacturing industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Clay Building Materials Manufacturing industry is Russia.
How competitive is the Clay Building Materials Manufacturing industry in Europe?
The level of competition is high and increasing in the Clay Building Materials Manufacturing industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Greece
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Russia
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Slovakia
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Poland
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Finland
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Croatia
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Slovenia
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Bulgaria
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Austria
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Romania
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Norway
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Hungary
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in the UK
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Germany
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Malta
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Spain
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in France
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Lithuania
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in the Netherlands
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Belgium
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Italy
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Denmark
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Cyprus
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Latvia
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Portugal
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Czechia
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Serbia
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Sweden
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Turkey
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Ireland
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Estonia
- Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Europe
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Manufacturers in this industry produce clay building materials, including bricks, mortars, ceramic tiles and other construction elements through shaping, drying and high-temperature firing.
Related Terms
Kiln Extrusion RefractoryWhat's included in this industry?
Clay building bricks Ceramic tiles and flags Clay roof tiles Constructional productsCompanies
Wienerberger AGCRH plcForterra Building Products LtdIndustry Code
2392 - Manufacture of clay building materials in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
Rising demand for green construction drives the eco-friendly clay market
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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 Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Employees in the Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Business in the Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Profit in the Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Housing shortage drives demand for home renovations. Despite the rising cost of living and inflation discouraging investment in home projects, the persistent shortage of new housing continues to boost demand for repair and remodelling services, ensuring demand for clay building materials.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Clay Building Materials 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
Europe's Clay Building Materials Manufacturing industry exhibits moderate concentration. Although larger manufacturers dominate, many smaller companies also influence the industry’s market share.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2019-2024)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 8 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit Margin (2024)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for Wienerberger AG
- Countries of operation for CRH plc
- Countries of operation for Forterra Building Products Ltd
- Countries of operation for Ibstock Brick Ltd
- Countries of operation for Deutsche Steinzeug Cremer & Breuer AG
- Countries of operation for Norcros Group (Holdings) Ltd
- Countries of operation for Vandersanden Steenfabrieken NV
- Countries of operation for Edilians SAS
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
The manufacture of clay building materials in Europe is highly regulated. These regulations encompass emissions, waste management and workplace safety to mitigate environmental impact and guarantee worker safety.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Clay Building Materials Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Manufacturers offset profit volatility with innovation. They enhance efficiency and create environmentally compliant products, aligning with client sustainability standards and earning higher prices amid high industry competition.
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 Clay Building Materials 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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