Industry Statistics and Trends
Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Europe key trends
Technological and regulatory changes shape the industry.
Demand for smartphones is increasing, while demand for wired home phones is declining. Stricter regulations and technological changes are leading to an increase in demand for burglar alarms and fire alarms.
The modernisation of the telecommunications infrastructure creates sales opportunities.
European telecommunications companies are investing in fibre optics and 5G, creating new markets and sales opportunities for local manufacturers of telecommunications equipment.
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Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Europe market size (2019-2024)
Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 5.2 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €65.9bn in 2024.
Trends and Insights
Demand for smartphones, burglar alarms and fire and smoke detectors is steep
- The industry has a wide-ranging product portfolio for different areas of application. Consumers use house phones and smartphones as a means of communication, while two-way radios are primarily used by the police and emergency services. The industry also offers security products such as fire detectors, alarm systems and motion detectors.
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Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Europe outlook (2024-2029)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
The modernisation of the telecommunications infrastructure opens up new sales opportunities for European manufacturers
- In light of increasing data traffic, telecommunications operators and internet providers in the European Union and other countries have invested heavily in modernising their telecommunications infrastructure in recent years. Broadband expansion with fibre optic cables is becoming increasingly important, as the transmission speed of fibre optic cables is significantly higher than that of copper cables.
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Revenue
€65.9bn
Employees
295k
Wages
€X.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.
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Biggest companies in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Siemens AG | 72,439.3 | 5,123.2 | 7.1 | |
Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson | 22,000.0 | 3,140.0 | 14.3 | |
Thales SA | 19,011.0 | 2,258.0 | 11.9 |
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Communication Equipment 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 Communication Equipment Manufacturing industry in Europe in 2024?
The market size of the Communication Equipment Manufacturing industry in Europe is €65.9bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry in 2024?
There are 6,766 businesses in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing industry in Europe, which has declined at a CAGR of 1.6 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Communication Equipment Manufacturing industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Communication Equipment Manufacturing industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 5.2 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Communication Equipment Manufacturing industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Communication Equipment Manufacturing industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Europe include?
Data reception and transmission equipment and Telephones are part of the Communication Equipment Manufacturing industry.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing industry is Russia.
How competitive is the Communication Equipment Manufacturing industry in Europe?
The level of competition is high and steady in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Greece
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Romania
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Norway
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Switzerland
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in the UK
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Slovenia
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Bulgaria
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Iceland
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in the UK
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Germany
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Austria
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in France
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Lithuania
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in the Netherlands
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Hungary
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Germany
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Finland
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Croatia
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Luxembourg
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Russia
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Slovakia
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Sweden
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Poland
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Ireland
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Estonia
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Europe
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Spain
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Portugal
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Serbia
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Belgium
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Italy
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Czechia
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Denmark
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Latvia
- Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Bosnia & Herzegovina
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
This industry manufactures telephone and data communications equipment used for the electronic transmission of signals by wire or through the air, such as radio and television broadcasting equipment and wireless communications equipment.
Related Terms
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Internet Of Things (Iot)5GWhat's included in this industry?
Data reception and transmission equipmentTelephonesTV and radio broadcasting equipmentAerialsBurgular and fire alarmsCompanies
Siemens AGTelefonaktiebolaget LM EricssonThales SAIndustry Code
263 - Manufacture of communication equipment in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
Demand for smartphones, burglar alarms and fire and smoke detectors is steep
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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 Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Employees in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Business in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Profit in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Modern burglar and fire alarms are part of the smart home. Innovations such as wireless IoT connectivity, artificial intelligence and advanced sensors improve system flexibility and accuracy and reduce false alarms, while video verification enables instant confirmation of the incident.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Communication Equipment 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
Most manufacturers have low market shares. In Europe, there are hardly any manufacturers that dominate the market, resulting in a low level of market concentration. Most manufacturers concentrate on niche segments and have low market shares.
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 Siemens AG
- Countries of operation for Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson
- Countries of operation for Thales SA
- Countries of operation for Nokia Corporation
- Countries of operation for Axis Communications AB
- Countries of operation for Sony Group Corporation
- Countries of operation for Sirti SpA
- Countries of operation for Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co KG
- Countries of operation for Gigaset Communications GmbH
- Countries of operation for Funkwerk AG
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Manufacturers must comply with safety and waste regulations. Communication equipment manufacturers must comply with the RED directive for safety, ensure RoHS compliance to limit hazardous substances and follow the WEEE directives for responsible disposal of electronic waste.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Communication Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Profitability is likely to decline in the coming years. The industry's high profitability is attributable to rapid technological progress and short product life cycles. Increasing competition and regulatory costs could reduce profit margins over the next five years.
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 Communication Equipment 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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