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Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing in Europe - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2024-2029)

ISIC 1709 August 2024 Spotlight Report

Revenue

€61.6bn

2019-2024 4.2 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Employees

267k

2019-2024 0.2 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Businesses

12,960

2019-2024 0.7 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Wages

€X.Xbn

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

Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing in Europe industry analysis

The Paper and Paperboard Product Manufacturing industry has long been a cornerstone of Europe’s manufacturing landscape, driven by historically strong demand for printed materials, packaging and stationery. However, recent trends show a significant shift towards digital document management. European consumers and businesses well on their way to shifting to electronic alternatives for documentation, communication and billing, favouring efficiency and environmental considerations over traditional paper-based practices. The surge in secure digital file storage and the legal recognition of electronic documents, notably in France, are cutting the reliance on physical paper products.

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Industry Statistics and Trends

Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing in Europe key trends

The on-screen shift reduces paper usage.

 

Secure electronic file storage continues to become more popular. Paperless billing and digital communication are also cutting into sales of paper products like envelopes and letterheads.

Consumers demand more sustainable paper products.

 

Manufacturers must use recycled materials and adopt greener practices to maintain sales as environmental consciousness continues to grow.

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Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing in Europe

Industry Revenue

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

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Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing in Europe market size (2019-2024)

Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 4.2 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €61.6bn in 2024.

Trends and Insights

European shift to digital document management reduces reliance on printed materials

  • People and businesses alike are increasingly opting to look at documents on screen instead of on paper. Working online enhances accessibility and efficiency while reducing dependence on printed materials.

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Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing in Europe outlook (2024-2029)

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

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Revenue

€61.6bn

2019-2024 4.2 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Employees

267k

2019-2024 0.2 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Wages

€X.Xbn

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

European Leaders & Laggards

Europe Job Growth CAGR: 0.2 % *
  • Job Growth

Top 5 Countries

  1. Romania +19.9%
  2. Finland +9.0%
  3. Bosnia & Herzegovina +7.3%
  4. Estonia +6.5%
  5. Czechia +6.1%

Bottom 5 Countries

  1. Iceland -31.2%
  2. Malta -30.8%
  3. Ireland -16.9%
  4. Turkey -11.2%
  5. Norway -9.1%

* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.

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Biggest companies in the Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing in Europe

Company
Market Share (%)
2024
Revenue (€m)
2024
Profit (€m)
2024
Profit Margin (%)
2024
UPM-Kymmene Corporation Oyj
11,821.3
2,087.4
17.7
Paragon Group Ltd
1,816.3
-13.4
-0.7
The Navigator Company SA
2,309.9
196.3
8.5

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Paper & Paperboard 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 Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing industry in Europe in 2024?

The market size of the Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing industry in Europe is €61.6bn in 2024.

How many businesses are there in the Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing in Europe industry in 2024?

There are 12,960 businesses in the Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 0.7 % between 2019 and 2024.

Has the Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?

The market size of the Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 4.2 % between 2019 and 2024.

What is the forecast growth of the Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing industry in Europe over the next 5 years?

Over the next five years, the Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing industry in Europe is expected to grow.

What does the Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing in Europe include?

Envelopes and Notebooks, registers and account books are part of the Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing industry.

Which countries have the most businesses in the Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing industry in Europe?

The European country with the most businesses in the Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing industry is Italy.

How competitive is the Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing industry in Europe?

The level of competition is high and increasing in the Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing industry in Europe.

Related Industries

This industry is covered in 37 countries

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Table of Contents

About this industry

Industry definition

This industry produces paper stationery, including personal hygiene paper goods, office paper, envelopes, folders, binders, diaries and various business forms.

Related Terms

Blotting PaperCarbon PaperPaper Binder

What's included in this industry?

EnvelopesNotebooks, registers and account booksBinders, folders and file coversHousehold and personal hygiene paper productsWriting, printing and graphics papers

Companies

UPM-Kymmene Corporation OyjParagon Group LtdThe Navigator Company SA

Industry Code

ISIC 2006

1709 - Manufacture of other articles of paper and paperboard in Europe

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Performance

Key Takeaways

European shift to digital document management reduces reliance on printed materials

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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 Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
  • Employees in the Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
  • Business in the Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
  • Profit in the Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis

What's driving current industry performance in the Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing in Europe industry?


Outlook

Analysis

What's driving the Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing in Europe industry outlook?


Volatility

Analysis

What influences volatility in the Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing in Europe industry?

Charts
  • Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix

Life Cycle

Analysis

What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing in Europe industry?

Charts
  • Industry Life Cycle Matrix

Products and Markets

Highlights

Trends
  • Largest Market
  • Product Innovation

Key Takeaways

Sustainability shapes hygiene product sales. As eco-awareness grows, Europeans are opting more for green, biodegradable personal care items, fuelling the growth of environmentally earth-friendly products.

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Products and Services

Charts
  • Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis

How are the Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing in Europe industry's products and services performing?

Analysis

What are innovations in the Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing in Europe industry's products and services?


Major Markets

Charts
  • Major Market Segmentation
Analysis

What influences demand in the Paper & Paperboard 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

Scale and innovation determine market share. The bigger companies stay on top due to their economies of scale, streamlined operations and continuous investment in tech advancements—these factors give them a solid competitive edge.

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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 UPM-Kymmene Corporation Oyj
  • Countries of operation for Paragon Group Ltd
  • Countries of operation for The Navigator Company SA
  • Countries of operation for Mayer-Kuvert GmbH & Co KG
  • Countries of operation for Groupe Hamelin SA
  • Countries of operation for Leitz Acco Brands GmbH & Co KG
  • Countries of operation for Bong Ljungdahl Sverige AB
  • Countries of operation for Santi SRL
  • Countries of operation for Schneider GmbH & Co KG
  • Countries of operation for Tompla Industria Internacional Del Sobre SL

External Environment

Highlights

Trends
  • Regulation & Policy
  • Assistance

Key Takeaways

Eco-friendly practices are a must for paper manufacturers. European regulations promote sustainability by enforcing the use of recycled materials and eco-design, reducing paper manufacturers’ environmental impact.

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External Drivers

Analysis

What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Paper & Paperboard Product Manufacturing in Europe industry?

Financial Benchmarks

Highlights

Trends
  • Profit Margin
  • Average Wage
  • Largest Cost

Key Takeaways

Profit struggles thanks to rising costs and regulatory pressures. Paper manufacturers are grappling with higher costs for raw materials (namely wood pulp) and tight environmental regulations, but eco-conscious products are carving a profitable niche as sustainability gains traction.

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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 Paper & Paperboard 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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