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Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing in Europe - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2024-2029)

ISIC 304 June 2024 Spotlight Report

Revenue

€5.4bn

2019-2024 4.7 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Employees

12,202

2019-2024 2.4 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Businesses

79

2019-2024 3.7 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Wages

€XXX.Xm

2019-2024 X.X %
2024-2029 X.X %

Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing in Europe industry analysis

European military fighting vehicle manufacturers suffer from intense competition from US manufacturers, representing a considerable proportion of imports. Nonetheless, Germany and France generate a substantial proportion of armoured vehicles under the industry's most significant manufacturer, KMW+NEXTER Defense Systems NV. Manufacturers rely on defence spending across Europe and non-NATO members to boost new order volumes. According to the European Commission, general government expenditure in the EU on defence amounted to 1.3 % of GDP in 2021. However, this figure is rising in response to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, boosting revenue prospects.

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Industry Statistics and Trends

Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing in Europe key trends

France & Germany dominate European manufacturing revenue.

 

According to Eurostat, Germany and France collectively generated 70.1% of military fighting vehicle manufacturing revenue in 2020, hosting the industry’s major player, KMW+NEXTER Defense Systems NV.

Foreign threats increase defence spending budgets.

 

Many European and NATO governments have committed to spending over 2% of annual GDP on defence. The European defence budget's progressive and strategic expansion will boost new orders.

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Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing in Europe

Industry Revenue

Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.

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Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing in Europe market size (2019-2024)

Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 4.7 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €5.4bn in 2024.

Trends and Insights

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Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing in Europe outlook (2024-2029)

Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.

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Revenue

€5.4bn

2019-2024 4.7 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Employees

12,202

2019-2024 2.4 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Wages

€XXX.Xm

2019-2024 X.X %
2024-2029 X.X %

European Leaders & Laggards

Europe Job Growth CAGR: 2.4 % *
  • Job Growth

Top 5 Countries

  1. Denmark +5.4%
  2. Turkey +5.3%
  3. Croatia +3.1%
  4. Norway 0.0%
  5. United Kingdom 0.0%

Bottom 5 Countries

  1. Finland -10.3%
  2. France -9.1%
  3. Czechia -7.5%
  4. Germany -7.4%
  5. Sweden -6.2%

* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.

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Biggest companies in the Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing in Europe

Company
Market Share (%)
2024
Revenue (€m)
2024
Profit (€m)
2024
Profit Margin (%)
2024
KMW+NEXTER Defense Systems NV
3,732.5
116.6
3.1
Rheinmetall MAN Military Vehicles GmbH
7,202.3
849.0
11.8
BAE Systems plc
28,017.7
3,142.1
11.2

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Military Fighting Vehicle 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 Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing industry in Europe in 2024?

The market size of the Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing industry in Europe is €5.4bn in 2024.

How many businesses are there in the Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing in Europe industry in 2024?

There are 79 businesses in the Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 3.7 % between 2019 and 2024.

Has the Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?

The market size of the Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 4.7 % between 2019 and 2024.

What is the forecast growth of the Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing industry in Europe over the next 5 years?

Over the next five years, the Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing industry in Europe is expected to grow.

Which countries have the most businesses in the Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing industry in Europe?

The European country with the most businesses in the Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing industry is United Kingdom.

How competitive is the Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing industry in Europe?

The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing industry in Europe.

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Table of Contents

About this industry

Industry definition

Manufacturers in this industry make military fighting vehicles, including tanks, armoured amphibious military vehicles, troop carriers and other military fighting vehicles like armoured personnel carriers. The industry also encompasses the repair and maintenance of military fighting vehicles.

Related Terms

What's included in this industry?

Companies

KMW+NEXTER Defense Systems NVRheinmetall MAN Military Vehicles GmbHBAE Systems plc

Industry Code

ISIC 2006

304 - Manufacture of military fighting vehicles in Europe

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Performance

Key Takeaways

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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 Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
  • Employees in the Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
  • Business in the Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
  • Profit in the Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis

What's driving current industry performance in the Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing in Europe industry?


Outlook

Analysis

What's driving the Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing in Europe industry outlook?


Volatility

Analysis

What influences volatility in the Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing in Europe industry?

Charts
  • Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix

Life Cycle

Analysis

What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing in Europe industry?

Charts
  • Industry Life Cycle Matrix

Products and Markets

Highlights

Trends
  • Largest Market
  • Product Innovation

Key Takeaways

The Russia-Ukraine conflict boosts orders of wheeled armoured military vehicles. In July 2023, Rheinmetall announced it would open an armoured vehicle plant in West Ukraine at an estimated cost of €200 million, with a capacity to produce 400 vehicles annually.

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Products and Services

Charts
  • Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis

How are the Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing in Europe industry's products and services performing?

Analysis

What are innovations in the Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing in Europe industry's products and services?


Major Markets

Charts
  • Major Market Segmentation
Analysis

What influences demand in the Military Fighting Vehicle 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

Manufacturers compete on quality, innovation, delivery times and reputation. Quality competition is solid between manufacturers and high production costs mean companies must secure large orders to make manufacturing worthwhile.

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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 KMW+NEXTER Defense Systems NV
  • Countries of operation for Rheinmetall MAN Military Vehicles GmbH
  • Countries of operation for BAE Systems plc
  • Countries of operation for General Dynamics European Land Systems GmbH
  • Countries of operation for Iveco Defence Vehicles SpA
  • Countries of operation for NPO Uralvagonzavod AO
  • Countries of operation for Arquus SAS
  • Countries of operation for Ukrainska Oboronna Promyslovist
  • Countries of operation for Koc Holding AS
  • Countries of operation for CN ROMARM SA

External Environment

Highlights

Trends
  • Regulation & Policy
  • Assistance

Key Takeaways

European countries often dedicate a fixed proportion of their GDP to spending on military and defence. According to the European Commission, general government expenditure in the EU on defence amounted to 1.3 % of GDP in 2021. However, this share is increasing (>2%) in response to the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Increased GDP in the EU boosts revenue potential for military fighting vehicle producers.

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External Drivers

Analysis

What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Military Fighting Vehicle Manufacturing in Europe industry?

Financial Benchmarks

Highlights

Trends
  • Profit Margin
  • Average Wage
  • Largest Cost

Key Takeaways

Just-in-Time productions leave manufacturers vulnerable to supply chain disruption. Military vehicle production uses Just-in-Time manufacturing, meaning parts scarcity massively disrupts supply chains and elevates production costs.

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Cost Structure

Charts
  • Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
  • Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
    • Marketing
    • Depreciation
    • Profit
    • Purchases
    • Wages
    • Rent
    • Utilities
    • Other
Analysis

What trends impact cost in the Military Fighting Vehicle 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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