Industry Statistics and Trends
Road & Railway Construction in Europe key trends
Government funding dictates output.
Investment in transport infrastructure has shaped activity, with efforts to expand connectivity across continental Europe spurring tender opportunities.
Supply chain disruption hits order books.
Significant project delays and cost overruns have led to some projects being shelved.
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Road & Railway Construction in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Road & Railway Construction in Europe market size (2019-2024)
Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 1.7 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €252.2bn in 2024.
Trends and Insights
Major transport investment packages underpin work for road and motorway contractors
- The European Commission has committed €30.6 billion to the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) between 2021 and 2027, unlocking significant investment in transport, energy and digital projects to facilitate increased connectivity between EU nations.
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Road & Railway Construction in Europe outlook (2024-2029)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
Recent spending cutbacks dampen growth prospects
- Recent cost hikes proved the final straw for the UK’s planned high-speed rail link, HS2, with the Northern leg of the project scrapped in 2023.
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Revenue
€252.2bn
Employees
2m
Wages
€XX.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.
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Biggest companies in the Road & Railway Construction in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Colas SA | 16,513.6 | 405.9 | 2.5 | |
Strabag SE | 17,765.8 | 757.3 | 4.3 | |
Eiffage SA | 21,139.7 | 2,301.3 | 10.9 |
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Road & Railway Construction 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 Road & Railway Construction industry in Europe in 2024?
The market size of the Road & Railway Construction industry in Europe is €252.2bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Road & Railway Construction in Europe industry in 2024?
There are 78,700 businesses in the Road & Railway Construction industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 4.6 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Road & Railway Construction industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Road & Railway Construction industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 4.6 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Road & Railway Construction industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Road & Railway Construction industry in Europe is expected to decline.
What are the biggest companies in the Road & Railway Construction market in Europe?
The biggest companies operating in the Road & Railway Construction market in Europe are Colas SA, Strabag SE and Eiffage SA
What does the Road & Railway Construction in Europe include?
Road and motorway construction and Railway and underground railway construction are part of the Road & Railway Construction industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Road & Railway Construction in Europe?
The company holding the most market share in Europe is Colas SA.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Road & Railway Construction industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Road & Railway Construction industry is Poland.
How competitive is the Road & Railway Construction industry in Europe?
The level of competition is high and steady in the Road & Railway Construction industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Road & Railway Construction in Austria
- Road & Railway Construction in France
- Road & Railway Construction in Lithuania
- Road & Railway Construction in the Netherlands
- Road & Railway Construction in Switzerland
- Road & Railway Construction in Finland
- Road & Railway Construction in Slovenia
- Road & Railway Construction in Bulgaria
- Road & Railway Construction in Greece
- Road & Railway Construction in Romania
- Road & Railway Construction in Norway
- Road & Railway Construction in Poland
- Road & Railway Construction in Cyprus
- Road & Railway Construction in Estonia
- Road & Railway Construction in Iceland
- Road & Railway Construction in Europe
- Road & Railway Construction in Ireland
- Road & Motorway Construction in the UK
- Road & Motorway Construction in Germany
- Railway & Underground Railway Construction in the UK
- Railway Construction in Germany
- Bridge & Tunnel Construction in the UK
- Bridge & Tunnel Construction in Germany
- Road & Railway Construction in Luxembourg
- Road & Railway Construction in Russia
- Road & Railway Construction in Slovakia
- Road & Railway Construction in Italy
- Road & Railway Construction in Sweden
- Road & Railway Construction in Turkey
- Road & Railway Construction in Latvia
- Road & Railway Construction in Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Road & Railway Construction in Spain
- Road & Railway Construction in Portugal
- Road & Railway Construction in Serbia
- Road & Railway Construction in Belgium
- Road & Railway Construction in Hungary
- Road & Railway Construction in Czechia
- Road & Railway Construction in Denmark
- Road & Railway Construction in Malta
- Road & Railway Construction in Croatia
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Contractors in the industry build, repair and alter transport infrastructure, including roads, motorways, railways, subways, bridges, tunnels and airfield runways.
Related Terms
Public Private Partnerships (Ppps)Smart MotorwayDecarbonisationWhat's included in this industry?
Road and motorway constructionRailway and underground railway constructionBridge and tunnel constructionCompanies
Colas SAStrabag SEEiffage SAIndustry Code
421 - Construction of roads and railways in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
Major transport investment packages underpin work for road and motorway contractors
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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 Road & Railway Construction in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Employees in the Road & Railway Construction in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Business in the Road & Railway Construction in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Profit in the Road & Railway Construction in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Road & Railway Construction in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Road & Railway Construction in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Road & Railway Construction in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Road & Railway Construction in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
New cross-border transport connections drive construction activity. Efforts to increase connectivity across the continent have created tender opportunities for road, rail and tunnel construction contractors.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Road & Railway Construction in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Road & Railway Construction in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Road & Railway Construction 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
The scale of Europe’s transport network ensures opportunities remain for smaller contractors. Smaller contractors account for a significant market share, mainly competing for low-value maintenance contracts on local transport networks.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2019-2024)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 8 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit Margin (2024)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for Colas SA
- Countries of operation for Strabag SE
- Countries of operation for Eiffage SA
- Countries of operation for Skanska AB
- Countries of operation for ACS Actividades de Construcción y Servicios SA
- Countries of operation for Ferrovial SA
- Countries of operation for Amey UK Ltd
- Countries of operation for Costain Ltd
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Major road and rail building projects must be assessed for their impact on the environment. Major transport construction projects are evaluated based on their impact on a range of environmental factors.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Road & Railway Construction in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Soaring costs hit profitability. A surge in the cost of key construction materials has prevented a return to pre-pandemic levels of 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 Road & Railway Construction 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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