Summary

The Europe PVC Pipes market size reached 6.6 Million Tons in 2023. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach 9.3 Million Tons by 2032, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 3.9% during 2024-2032. The increasing demand for PVC pipes due to the rising construction activities, the growing environmental awareness and the implementation of stringent policies, and emerging technological advancements are some of the major factors propelling the market.

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes are a type of plastic piping commonly used for various applications in plumbing, irrigation, and construction. They are synthetic polymers produced from the polymerization of vinyl chloride monomers that is strong, durable, and resistant to corrosion, making them an ideal choice for piping systems. They offer several advantages such as being lightweight, highly resistant to chemical corrosion, providing longevity, having low maintenance requirements, and smooth inner surfaces, which minimize friction and pressure loss, allowing for efficient fluid flow. They are also resistant to rust, rot, and biological degradation, ensuring their durability even in harsh environments. Additionally, PVC pipes are easy to join using solvent cement or mechanical fittings, reducing installation time and costs.

The growth of the PVC pipes market in Europe is primarily driven by the expansion of the construction sector. In addition, the growing construction industry is leading to an increase in public and private infrastructure and construction projects contributing to market growth. Along with this, the growing emphasis on sustainable transformation within Europe, particularly in the plumbing sector is resulting in a shift from traditional metal pipes, such as copper, to plastic piping systems which is influencing the market growth. Besides this, the minimized operating costs offer substantial performance advantages over metal pipes which is accelerating the product adoption rate. Furthermore, the market is propelled by robust economic growth in several Central and Eastern European countries, along with a rise in housing demand across the region.

Europe PVC Pipes Market Trends/Drivers:
The rising construction activities

The expanding construction industry due to significant infrastructure development projects, including residential, commercial, and industrial are contributing to the market growth. Moreover, the widespread adoption of PVC pipes in plumbing, water supply, and drainage systems due to their benefits such as durability, ease of installation, and cost-effectiveness represents another major growth-inducing factor. Besides this, PVC pipes are ideal due to their corrosion resistance, and long lifespan, and are extensively applied in water supply, sewerage systems, irrigation, and construction applications across the region. Additionally, construction activities associated with infrastructure development, such as roads, bridges, tunnels, and utilities, require PVC pipes for applications like sewerage systems, stormwater drainage, and underground utilities. The growing investments in infrastructure projects in Europe contribute to the demand for PVC pipes in the region.

Emerging Technological Advancements

Technological advancements in PVC pipe manufacturing have led to the development of improved products with enhanced performance characteristics. These advancements include higher pressure-bearing capacities, increased flexibility, improved chemical resistance, and reduced installation time. Technological innovations in PVC pipes make them more attractive to the construction industry and drive market growth. Moreover, advancements have improved the production efficiency of PVC pipes. Innovative manufacturing techniques, such as extrusion technologies and automated processes, have streamlined production, reduced waste, and enhanced overall efficiency. This leads to cost savings and increased competitiveness in the market. Besides, Improved production techniques, including more efficient material usage, process automation, and energy-saving measures, have helped reduce production costs. These cost savings can be passed on to customers, making PVC pipes more affordable and competitive in the market.

Europe PVC Pipes Industry Segmentation:
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the Europe PVC pipes market report, along with forecasts at the regional and country levels from 2024-2032. Our report has categorized the market based on type and application.

Breakup by Type:

Rigid PVC Pipes
Flexible PVC Pipes

Rigid PVC pipes dominate the market

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the type. This includes rigid PVC pipes, and flexible PVC pipes. According to the report, rigid PVC pipes accounted for the majority of the market share.

The rising demand for rigid PVC pipes is due to their exceptional strength, durability, and resistance to corrosion and chemicals which is contributing to the market growth. Additionally, these pipes can withstand high pressures, making them suitable for applications such as water supply, irrigation, and industrial piping systems. Moreover, they are commonly used in construction projects for drainage systems and underground infrastructure. They are also available in numerous sizes, diameters, and wall thicknesses, allowing for flexibility in meeting different project requirements. Rigid PVC pipes also offer ease of installation and require minimal maintenance, making them a cost-effective choice for many applications.

Moreover, rigid PVC pipes comply with European standards and regulations for quality, safety, and performance, ensuring that the pipes meet the necessary criteria for various infrastructure projects, further contributing to their widespread use.

Breakup by Application:

Sewerage and Drainage
Gas Supply
Industrial
Agriculture
Drinking Water
Others

Sewage and drainage represents the largest segment

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the application. This includes sewerage and drainage, gas supply, industrial, agriculture, drinking water, and others. According to the report, sewerage and drainage represented the largest segment.

The escalating demand for PVC pipes in residential, commercial, and industrial settings is contributing to the market growth. Additionally, with the increasing infrastructure development projects and the development of sewage and drainage systems are influencing the market growth. Moreover, upgrading aging infrastructure, constructing new residential and commercial buildings, and expanding urban areas lead to the rising demand for sewage and drainage networks represents another major growth-inducing factor. Besides this, the growing population and the increasing urbanization in Europe are accelerating the product adoption rate. As more people reside in cities, the need for proper sanitation and wastewater management becomes essential. Also, PVC pipes are favored for these applications due to their durability, resistance to corrosion, and long lifespan, making them a suitable choice for constructing sewage and drainage networks.

Breakup by Region:

Germany
Italy
United Kingdom
Spain
France
Others

Germany exhibits a clear dominance in the market

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, and others). According to the report, Germany was the largest market for PVC pipes in the European region.

The European PVC pipes market is composed of various regions, with Germany representing the largest segment. Germany is known for its robust infrastructure development initiatives, due to the increasing investment in projects related to water supply, wastewater management, and construction that is contributing to the market growth. These sectors require a significant amount of PVC pipes for applications such as water transportation, sewage systems, and building construction. Moreover, Germany is recognized for its advanced manufacturing capabilities and engineering expertise and has a well-established PVC pipes manufacturing sector, which produces high-quality products meeting stringent standards representing another major growth-inducing factor. Furthermore, the development of innovative technologies and processes to ensure the durability, efficiency, and performance of PVC pipes is augmenting the market growth.

Competitive Landscape:
The competitive landscape of the PVC pipes market in Europe is characterized by the presence of several key players, domestic and international. In addition, they offer numerous ranges of PVC pipes for various applications and focus on innovation, sustainability, and customer-centric solutions, catering to sectors such as water and gas distribution, industrial applications, and building technology. Presently, PVC pipe manufacturers are expanding their product portfolios to offer a wide range of pipes for different applications. They are introducing new pipe sizes, types, and configurations to cater to diverse customer needs. Also, manufacturers are exploring ways to enhance the recyclability of PVC pipes, reduce their carbon footprint, and develop eco-friendly alternatives. They are also entering into strategic partnerships, collaborations, or acquisitions to expand their market reach and strengthen their position.

The report has provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the Europe PVC Pipes market. Detailed profiles of all major companies have also been provided.

Key Questions Answered in This Report

1. What was the size of the Europe PVC pipes market in 2023?
2. What is the expected growth rate of the Europe PVC pipes market during 2024-2032?
3. What are the key factors driving the Europe PVC pipes market?
4. What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the Europe PVC pipes market?
5. What is the breakup of the Europe PVC pipes market based on the type?
6. What is the breakup of the Europe PVC pipes market based on the application?
7. What are the key regions in the Europe PVC pipes market?

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Table of Contents

1 Preface
2 Scope and Methodology
2.1 Objectives of the Study
2.2 Stakeholders
2.3 Data Sources
2.3.1 Primary Sources
2.3.2 Secondary Sources
2.4 Market Estimation
2.4.1 Bottom-Up Approach
2.4.2 Top-Down Approach
2.5 Forecasting Methodology
3 Executive Summary
4 Introduction
4.1 Overview
4.2 Key Industry Trends
5 Europe Plastic Pipes Market
5.1 Market Overview
5.2 Market Performance
5.3 Market Breakup by Type
5.4 Market Breakup by Region
5.5 Market Forecast
6 Europe PVC Pipes Market
6.1 Market Overview
6.2 Market Performance
6.2.1 Volume Trends
6.2.2 Value Trends
6.3 Impact of COVID-19
6.4 Price Analysis
6.4.1 Key Price Indicators
6.4.2 Price Structure
6.4.2 Margin Analysis
6.5 Market Breakup by Type
6.6 Market Breakup by Region
6.7 Market Breakup by Application
6.8 Market Forecast
6.9 SWOT Analysis
6.9.1 Overview
6.9.2 Strengths
6.9.3 Weaknesses
6.9.4 Opportunities
6.9.5 Threats
6.10 Value Chain Analysis
6.10.1 Raw Material Procurement
6.10.2 Manufacturing
6.10.3 Marketing
6.10.4 Distribution
6.10.5 Exports
6.10.6 End-Use
6.11 Porters Five Forces Analysis
6.11.1 Overview
6.11.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
6.11.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
6.11.4 Degree of Competition
6.11.5 Threat of New Entrants
6.11.6 Threat of Substitutes
7 Market Performance by Type
7.1 Rigid PVC Pipes
7.1.1 Market Trends
7.1.2 Market Forecast
7.2 Flexible PVC Pipes
7.2.1 Market Trends
7.2.2 Market Forecast
8 Market Performance by Region
8.1 Germany
8.1.1 Market Trends
8.1.2 Market Forecast
8.2 Italy
8.2.1 Market Trends
8.2.2 Market Forecast
8.3 United Kingdom
8.3.1 Market Trends
8.3.2 Market Forecast
8.4 Spain
8.4.1 Market Trends
8.4.2 Market Forecast
8.5 France
8.5.1 Market Trends
8.5.2 Market Forecast
8.6 Others
8.6.1 Market Trends
8.6.2 Market Forecast
9 Market Performance by Application
9.1 Sewerage and Drainage
9.1.1 Market Trends
9.1.2 Market Forecast
9.2 Gas Supply
9.2.1 Market Trends
9.2.2 Market Forecast
9.3 Industrial
9.3.1 Market Trends
9.3.2 Market Forecast
9.4 Agriculture
9.4.1 Market Trends
9.4.2 Market Forecast
9.5 Drinking Water
9.5.1 Market Trends
9.5.2 Market Forecast
9.6 Others
9.6.1 Market Trends
9.6.2 Market Forecast
10 Europe: Import and Export Data
10.1 Imports
10.2 Exports
11 Competitive Landscape
11.1 Market Structure
11.2 Key Players
12 PVC Pipes Manufacturing Process
12.1 Product Overview
12.2 Detailed Process Flow
12.3 Various Types of Unit Operations Involved
12.4 Mass balance and Raw Material Requirements
13 Requirements for Setting Up a PVC Pipes Manufacturing Plant
13.1 Land and Construction Requirements
13.2 Machinery Requirements
13.3 Machinery Pictures
13.4 Raw Material Pictures
13.5 Transportation Requirements
13.6 Packaging Requirements
13.7 Utility Requirements
13.8 Manpower Requirements
14 Profiles of Key Players
List of Figures
Figure 1: Europe: PVC Pipes Market: Major Drivers and Challenges
Figure 2: Europe: Plastic Pipes Market: Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2018-2023
Figure 3: Europe: Plastic Pipes Market: Breakup by Type (in %), 2023
Figure 4: Europe: Plastic Pipes Market: Breakup by Region (in %), 2023
Figure 5: Europe: Plastic Pipes Market Forecast: Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2024-2032
Figure 6: Europe: PVC Pipes Market: Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2018-2023
Figure 7: Europe: PVC Pipes Market: Production Value (in Million US$), 2018-2023
Figure 8: Europe: PVC Pipes Market: Average Prices (in US$/Ton), 2018-2032
Figure 9: PVC Pipes Market: Price Structure
Figure 10: Europe: PVC Pipes Market: Breakup by Type (in %), 2023
Figure 11: Europe: PVC Pipes Market: Breakup by Region (in %), 2023
Figure 12: Europe: PVC Pipes Market: Breakup by Application (in %), 2023
Figure 13: Europe: PVC Pipes Market Forecast: Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2024-2032
Figure 14: Europe: PVC Pipes Market Forecast: Production Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
Figure 15: Europe: PVC Pipes Industry: SWOT Analysis
Figure 16: Europe: PVC Pipes Industry: Value Chain Analysis
Figure 17: Europe: PVC Pipes Industry: Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
Figure 18: Europe: Rigid PVC Pipes Market: Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2018 & 2023
Figure 19: Europe: Rigid PVC Pipes Market Forecast: Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2024-2032
Figure 20: Europe: Flexible PVC Pipes Market: Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2018 & 2023
Figure 21: Europe: Flexible PVC Pipes Market Forecast: Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2024-2032
Figure 22: Germany: PVC Pipes Market: Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2018 & 2023
Figure 23: Germany: PVC Pipes Market Forecast: Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2024-2032
Figure 24: Italy: PVC Pipes Market: Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2018 & 2023
Figure 25: Italy: PVC Pipes Market Forecast: Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2024-2032
Figure 26: United Kingdom: PVC Pipes Market: Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2018 & 2023
Figure 27: United Kingdom: PVC Pipes Market Forecast: Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2024-2032
Figure 28: Spain: PVC Pipes Market: Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2018 & 2023
Figure 29: Spain: PVC Pipes Market Forecast: Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2024-2032
Figure 30: France: PVC Pipes Market: Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2018 & 2023
Figure 31: France: PVC Pipes Market Forecast: Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2024-2032
Figure 32: Others: PVC Pipes Market: Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2018 & 2023
Figure 33: Others: PVC Pipes Market Forecast: Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2024-2032
Figure 34: Europe: PVC Pipes Market (Application in Sewerage and Drainage): Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2018 & 2023
Figure 35: Europe: PVC Pipes Market Forecast (Application in Sewerage and Drainage): Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2024-2032
Figure 36: Europe: PVC Pipes Market (Application in Gas Supply): Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2018 & 2023
Figure 37: Europe: PVC Pipes Market Forecast (Application in Gas Supply): Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2024-2032
Figure 38: Europe: PVC Pipes Market (Application in Industrial): Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2018 & 2023
Figure 39: Europe: PVC Pipes Market Forecast (Application in Industrial): Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2024-2032
Figure 40: Europe: PVC Pipes Market (Application in Agriculture): Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2018 & 2023
Figure 41: Europe: PVC Pipes Market Forecast (Application in Agriculture): Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2024-2032
Figure 42: Europe: PVC Pipes Market (Application in Drinking Water): Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2018 & 2023
Figure 43: Europe: PVC Pipes Market Forecast (Application in Drinking Water): Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2024-2032
Figure 44: Europe: PVC Pipes Market (Other Applications): Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2018 & 2023
Figure 45: Europe: PVC Pipes Market Forecast (Other Applications): Production Volume (in Million Tons), 2024-2032
Figure 46: Europe: PVC Pipes Market: Import Volume Breakup by Country (in %), 2022
Figure 47: Europe: PVC Pipes Market: Export Volume Breakup by Country (in %), 2022
Figure 48: PVC Pipes Manufacturing Plant: Detailed Process Flow
Figure 49: PVC Pipes Manufacturing Plant: Various Types of Unit Operations Involved
Figure 50: PVC Pipes Manufacturing Process: Conversion Rate of Feedstocks
Figure 51: PVC Pipes Manufacturing Plant: Transportation Requirements
Figure 52: PVC Pipes Manufacturing Plant: Packaging Requirements
List of Tables
Table 1: Europe: Plastic Pipes Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2023 and 2032
Table 2: Europe: PVC Pipes Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2023 and 2032
Table 3: Europe: PVC Pipes Market Forecast: Production Breakup by Type (in Million Tons), 2024-2032
Table 4: Europe: PVC Pipes Market Forecast: Production Breakup by Region (in Million Tons), 2024-2032
Table 5: Europe: PVC Pipes Market Forecast: Production Breakup by Application (in Million Tons), 2024-2032
Table 6: Europe: PVC Pipes Market: Import Data of Major Countries, 2022
Table 7: Europe: PVC Pipes Market: Export Data of Major Countries, 2022
Table 8: Europe: PVC Pipes Market: Competitive Structure
Table 9: Europe: PVC Pipes Market: Key Players
Table 10: PVC Pipes Manufacturing Plant: Land and Construction Requirements
Table 11: PVC Pipes Manufacturing Plant: Machinery and Infrastructure Requirements
Table 12: PVC Pipes Manufacturing Plant: Utility Requirements
Table 13: PVC Pipes Manufacturing Plant: Manpower Requirements