Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in United Kingdom compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data United Kingdom
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#5 In EuropeBusiness
#8 In EuropeEmployees
#6 In EuropeWages
#4 In EuropeDemand for construction products is hugely influenced by activity in the residential and non-residential construction markets, which depend on factors like exchange rates, supply chain disruptions and trading frictions. Concrete, cement and plaster product manufacturers have contended with numerous economic headwinds in recent years, like COVID-19 disruption decimating demand and fierce supply chain disruptions ratcheting up purchase costs and weighing on profitability. During the pandemic, the construction sector was brought to a temporary halt when lockdown restrictions were put in place, drastically cutting production volumes and hitting manufacturers’ revenue. Concrete, cement and plaster product manufacturing revenue is anticipated to fall at a compound annual rate of 2.1% over the five years through 2024 to €130.5 billion, including an estimated decline of 2.2% in 2024.
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Biggest companies in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (£m)
2024 | Profit (£m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Forterra plc | 604.7 | 101.1 | 16.7 |
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK industry in United Kingdom in 2024?
The market size of the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK industry in United Kingdom is £9.2bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK industry in 2024?
There are 970 businesses in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK industry in United Kingdom, which has grown at a CAGR of 2.1 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK industry in United Kingdom grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK industry in United Kingdom has been growing at a CAGR of 0.3 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK industry in United Kingdom over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK industry in United Kingdom is expected to grow.
What are the biggest companies in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK market in United Kingdom?
The biggest company operating in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing market in United Kingdom is Forterra plc
What does the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK in United Kingdom include?
Concrete products and Cement products are part of the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK in United Kingdom?
The company holding the most market share in United Kingdom is Forterra plc.
How competitive is the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK industry in United Kingdom?
The level of competition is moderate and decreasing in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK industry in United Kingdom.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
Complementors
- Concrete Construction Product Manufacturing in the UK
- Mining, Quarrying & Construction Machinery Manufacturing in the UK
- Construction Supplies Wholesaling in the UK
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Companies in this industry manufacture construction products from concrete, cement, and plaster-based materials.
Related Terms
PLASTERBOARDPRECAST CONCRETE CORNICEWhat's included in this industry?
Concrete productsCement productsBuilding plaster productsCompanies
Forterra plcIndustry Code
2395 - Manufacture of articles of concrete, cement and plaster in United Kingdom
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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
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue
- Employees
- Business
- Profit
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
The residential sectors plays a significant role in determining demand. Building plaster products, most notably plasterboard, are vital in the construction of buildings and houses. A recent slowdown in the housing market is hurting sales.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into United Kingdom
- Total Exports into United Kingdom
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)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Small companies hold down concentration. Despite containing of a handful of large manufacturers, the industry has a low level of concentration, with many smaller players catering to niche markets.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Establishments by Region (2024)
Data Tables
- Number of Establishments by Region (2024)
Charts
- Share of Establishments vs. Population of Each Region
Analysis
What regions are businesses in the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK located?
Companies
Data Tables
Top 1 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit margin (2024)
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Cement, concrete and building plaster manufacturers contend with strict regulation. This typically focuses on building regulations and product specification codes.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Supply chain disruptions ramp up purchase costs. Manufacturers have contended with inflated purchase costs since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, weighing on profitability.
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 Concrete, Cement & Plaster Product Manufacturing in the UK 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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