Industry Statistics and Trends
Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Europe key trends
Fuel prices are sky-high following the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
The conflict between Russia and Ukraine is proving to have long-lasting inflationary pressure on oil prices, which is trickling down to the price at the pump.
New diesel and petrol car sales will be banned.
The EU will effectively ban the sale of new diesel and petrol cars from 2035 to cut greenhouse gas emissions.
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Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Europe market size (2019-2024)
Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 5.3 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €316.6bn in 2024.
Trends and Insights
COVID-19-related transportation slump hit revenue
- Many European governments closed borders and advised against all but essential travel.According to Eurostat, air passenger transport tanked by 73% in the EU in 2020.
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Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Europe outlook (2024-2029)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
Emission reduction targets will limit non-electric vehicle sales
- The EU voted to back an effective ban on selling all new petrol and diesel cars, including hybrids, from 2035 as part of a package of measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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Revenue
€316.6bn
Employees
789k
Wages
€X.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
Top 5 Countries
- Hungary +15.5%
- Poland +12.7%
- Switzerland +9.7%
- Bulgaria +8.2%
- Romania +8.0%
Bottom 5 Countries
- Iceland -5.7%
- Spain -1.0%
- Portugal -0.9%
- Netherlands -0.3%
- Slovakia -0.1%
* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.
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Biggest companies in the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BP Europa SE | 58,701.2 | 763.1 | 1.3 | |
TotalEnergies SE | 214,981.8 | 30,744.0 | 14.3 | |
ExxonMobil Corporation | 249,983.2 | 17,917.1 | 7.2 |
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Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing 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 Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing industry in Europe in 2024?
The market size of the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing industry in Europe is €316.6bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Europe industry in 2024?
There are 115k businesses in the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 7.6 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 7.6 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing industry in Europe is expected to decline.
What are the biggest companies in the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing market in Europe?
The biggest companies operating in the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing market in Europe are BP Europa SE, TotalEnergies SE and ExxonMobil Corporation
What does the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Europe include?
Petrol and Diesel are part of the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Europe?
The company holding the most market share in Europe is BP Europa SE.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing industry is Russia.
How competitive is the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing industry in Europe?
The level of competition is high and steady in the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Greece
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Romania
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Norway
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Switzerland
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Finland
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Slovenia
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Bulgaria
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Luxembourg
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Russia
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Slovakia
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Poland
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Cyprus
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Estonia
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Iceland
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Europe
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Spain
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Portugal
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Serbia
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Italy
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Czechia
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Sweden
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Turkey
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Latvia
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Austria
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in France
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Lithuania
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in the Netherlands
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Belgium
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Hungary
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Denmark
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Malta
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Croatia
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Companies in this industry sell automotive fuel like petrol, diesel, autogas and alternative fuels directly to consumers. The sale of cooling and lubricating products for motor vehicles is also included in the industry. The industry excludes the wholesale of fuels and retail sale of liquified petroleum gas for heating or cooking.
Related Terms
BIOFUELS LOW-EMISSION ZONESPRICE-AT-THE-PUMPWhat's included in this industry?
Petrol Diesel Lubricating productsCooling productCompanies
BP Europa SETotalEnergies SEExxonMobil CorporationIndustry Code
473 - Retail sale of automotive fuel in specialized stores in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
COVID-19-related transportation slump hit revenue
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Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue CAGR
- 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 Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Employees in the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Business in the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Profit in the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Diesel is the favoured fuel in Europe. Diesel has long been preferred over petrol by Europeans, although there is a growing trend towards cleaner fuels like biodiesel.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing 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
A handful of companies dominate the fuel retailing scene in Europe. The major fuel retailers benefit from economies of scale and continent-wide brand recognition, making it hard for new retailers to gain a foothold.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2019-2024)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 9 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit Margin (2024)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for BP Europa SE
- Countries of operation for TotalEnergies SE
- Countries of operation for ExxonMobil Corporation
- Countries of operation for Eni SpA
- Countries of operation for Shell plc
- Countries of operation for Avia International
- Countries of operation for Orlen S.A.
- Countries of operation for Petrol Ofisi Group
- Countries of operation for PJSC Lukoil
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Many governments are forcing the uptake of low-emission vehicles. The EU and other major European countries, like the UK, are set to implement regulations restricting the sale of new diesel and petrol cars.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Profitability is limited by heavy fuel duties. In light of high fuel duties, fuel retailers are turning towards providing complementary services like car washes to boost profit.
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 Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing 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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