Industry Statistics and Rankings
Country Benchmarking
Industry Performance Rankings
This report accounts for 35 number of countries where the industry is active.
The Refractory Product Manufacturing in Europe has a market size of €9.1bn in 2024. Revenue volatility is low, and revenue has grown at a CAGR of 3.4 % from 2019-2024. The average number of employees is 45,183 in 2024 a number that has grown at a CAGR of 2.2 % over the past five years. One of the most prominent threats to the industry is...
European High and Lows
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What is the market size of the Refractory Product Manufacturing industry in Europe in 2024?
The market size of the Refractory Product Manufacturing industry in Europe is €9.1bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Refractory Product Manufacturing in Europe industry in 2024?
There are 1,483 businesses in the Refractory Product Manufacturing industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 1.2 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Refractory Product Manufacturing industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Refractory Product Manufacturing industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 3.4 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Refractory Product Manufacturing industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Refractory Product Manufacturing industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Refractory Product Manufacturing in Europe include?
Refractory mortars and Heat-insulating ceramic goods of siliceous fossil meals are part of the Refractory Product Manufacturing industry.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Refractory Product Manufacturing industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Refractory Product Manufacturing industry is Russia.
How competitive is the Refractory Product Manufacturing industry in Europe?
The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Refractory Product Manufacturing industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Austria
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in France
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Lithuania
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in the Netherlands
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Belgium
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Sweden
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Cyprus
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Estonia
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Europe
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Greece
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Romania
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Norway
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Italy
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in the UK
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Denmark
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Germany
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Latvia
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Spain
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Portugal
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Serbia
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Switzerland
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Czechia
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Turkey
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Ireland
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Bulgaria
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Iceland
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Luxembourg
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Russia
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Slovakia
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Hungary
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Poland
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Finland
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Croatia
- Refractory Product Manufacturing in Slovenia
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
This industry encompasses businesses involved in the production of refractory materials. Refractory products are specialised materials designed to withstand high temperatures and harsh conditions, typically used in industrial processes like steelmaking, glass manufacturing, cement production, and various other applications where extreme heat and chemical resistance are required.
What's included in this industry?
Refractory mortarsHeat-insulating ceramic goods of siliceous fossil mealsRefractory bricks, blocks and tilesRetorts, crucibles, muffles, nozzles, tubes and pipesRefractory articles containing magnesite, dolomite or chromiteIndustry Code
2391 - Manufacture of refractory products in Europe
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
Performance Snapshot
Charts
- Revenue in the Refractory Product Manufacturing in Europe
- Employees in the Refractory Product Manufacturing in Europe
- Business in the Refractory Product Manufacturing in Europe
- Profit in the Refractory Product Manufacturing in Europe
Life Cycle
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
International Trade
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
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)
Data Tables
Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:
- Revenue by Region (2024)
- IVA by Region (2024)
- Enterprises by Region (2024)
- Employment by Region (2024)
- Exports by Region (2024)
- Imports by Region (2024)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
ANALYSIS
What is the competitive landscape in Europe?
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Refractory Product Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
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 Refractory 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)
Methodology
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