Industry Statistics and Trends
Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Europe key trends
Structural metal product manufacturers see their revenue fall.
Macroeconomic headwinds, including rising inflation, supply chain difficulties, surging raw material prices and rising interest rates, have eaten into sales.
Earmarked investment for residential buildings supports demand.
The construction of residential buildings (houses and flat blocks) makes extensive use of metal structures, so increased housebuilding in the coming years will aid demand and revenue growth.
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Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Europe market size (2019-2024)
Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 4.4 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €172.6bn in 2024.
Trends and Insights
European construction activity dictates structural metal product manufacturers’ sales
- The performance of the European construction sector is the predominant determinant of demand for structural metal products and parts. This includes work on residential houses, office complexes, schools, factories and entertainment and health facilities.
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Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Europe outlook (2024-2029)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
Commercial construction looks set to prosper
- The construction of commercial buildings (like offices and shopping centres) makes extensive use of metal structures. Earmarked investment for commercial office buildings is set to support demand and spur revenue growth.
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Revenue
€172.6bn
Employees
2m
Wages
€XX.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.
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Biggest companies in the Structural Metal 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 | |
Peri GmbH | 2,225.0 | 410.0 | 18.4 | |
Tata Steel Ltd | 26,500.0 | 2,700.0 | 10.2 |
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Structural Metal 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 Structural Metal Product Manufacturing industry in Europe in 2024?
The market size of the Structural Metal Product Manufacturing industry in Europe is €172.6bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Europe industry in 2024?
There are 221k businesses in the Structural Metal Product Manufacturing industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 7.0 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Structural Metal Product Manufacturing industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Structural Metal Product Manufacturing industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 4.4 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Structural Metal Product Manufacturing industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Structural Metal Product Manufacturing industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Europe include?
Metal frameworks for construction and Metal parts for construction are part of the Structural Metal Product Manufacturing industry.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Structural Metal Product Manufacturing industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Structural Metal Product Manufacturing industry is Russia.
How competitive is the Structural Metal Product Manufacturing industry in Europe?
The level of competition is high and increasing in the Structural Metal Product Manufacturing industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Greece
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Romania
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Norway
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Italy
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in the UK
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Sweden
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Germany
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Latvia
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Metal Structure Manufacturing in the UK
- Metal Door & Window Manufacturing in the UK
- Metal Door & Window Manufacturing in Germany
- Metal Structure Manufacturing in Germany
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Luxembourg
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Russia
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Slovakia
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Hungary
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Denmark
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Poland
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Malta
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Croatia
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Slovenia
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Austria
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in France
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Lithuania
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in the Netherlands
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Belgium
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Cyprus
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Estonia
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Iceland
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Europe
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Spain
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Portugal
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Serbia
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Switzerland
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Czechia
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Turkey
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Ireland
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Finland
- Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Bulgaria
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Companies in this industry manufacture metal structures like metal frameworks, parts for construction and industrial frameworks or skeletons. Steel beams, purlins, trusses and brackets are essential for constructing multi-storey buildings, wide-span structures and roofs. Prefabricated metal buildings are used for applications ranging from classrooms, tourist cabins and sports venues to site offices and public toilets. The industry also includes companies that manufacture metal doors, windows and frames.
Related Terms
PURLINBEAMCOLD-ROLLED STRUCTURAL SHAPESWhat's included in this industry?
Metal frameworks for constructionMetal parts for constructionMetal frameworks for industrial usePrefabricated buildingsMetal doors, windows and framesCompanies
Kingspan Group plcPeri GmbHTata Steel LtdIndustry Code
2511 - Manufacture of structural metal products in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
European construction activity dictates structural metal product manufacturers’ sales
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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 Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Employees in the Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Business in the Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Profit in the Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Demand for metal frameworks for construction inches upwards. Despite a drop in demand from the construction sector in 2020 thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, sales have since recovered due to investment in transport infrastructure and growth in construction activity.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Structural Metal 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
Manufacturers compete on price, quality and brand recognition. The homogeneous nature of their products means there’s little else that can set them apart. For specialised metal structures (like curtain wall brackets), brand recognition and technical expertise determine demand.
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 Peri GmbH
- Countries of operation for Tata Steel Ltd
- Countries of operation for Kone Oyj
- Countries of operation for Eiffage SA
- Countries of operation for Lindab International AB
- Countries of operation for Van Merksteijn International BV
- Countries of operation for Hormann KG Verkaufsgesellschaft
- Countries of operation for Hörmann KG Verkaufsgesellschaft
- Countries of operation for PREFA Aluminiumprodukte GmbH
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Regulation pushes towards a greener steel industry. Government regulations and policy initiatives are steering the industry towards more sustainable and environmentally friendly practices. Both legislative mandates and incentives are driving this shift.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Structural Metal Product Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Construction markets play a big role in determining profit. Profit fell in 2020-21 due to the effects of COVID-19 on downstream markets, which included supply chain disruptions, commodity price shocks and nationwide lockdowns.
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 Structural Metal 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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