Industry Statistics and Trends
Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Europe key trends
Changing tastes drive innovation.
Evolving consumer preferences, including a focus on reduced sugar content and sustainability, are driving soft drink producers to reformulate products and seek out new packaging materials.
Soft drink giants aim to curb plastic pollution.
Leading drinks producers, like Coca-Cola and Nestlé Waters, are setting impressive environmental targets to reduce the use of non-recyclable plastic packaging.
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Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Europe market size (2019-2024)
Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 4.4 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €71.3bn in 2024.
Trends and Insights
Climbing health consciousness opens up growth opportunities
- The health-conscious consumer continues to take over the market. Bottled water, considered a healthier alternative to soft drinks and other sugary beverages, stands to benefit significantly from this trend.
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Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Europe outlook (2024-2029)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
Soft drink producers do away with non-recyclable plastic packaging
- Well-known soft drink and bottled water brands across Europe have set ambitious environmental targets to reduce the use of non-recyclable plastic packaging.
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Revenue
€71.3bn
Employees
330k
Wages
€X.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.
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Biggest companies in the Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners plc | 18,175.0 | 2,189.4 | 12.0 | |
PepsiCo Europe | 90,759.3 | 12,082.9 | 13.3 | |
Danone SA | 27,876.0 | 3,584.0 | 12.9 |
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Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production 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 Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production industry in Europe in 2024?
The market size of the Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production industry in Europe is €71.3bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Europe industry in 2024?
There are 7,667 businesses in the Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production industry in Europe, which has declined at a CAGR of 0.7 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 4.4 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Europe include?
Soft drinks and Bottled water are part of the Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production industry.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production industry is Russia.
How competitive is the Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production industry in Europe?
The level of competition is high and increasing in the Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Luxembourg
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Russia
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Slovakia
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Turkey
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Ireland
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Estonia
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Iceland
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Europe
- Bottled Water Production in Germany
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Germany
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Ireland
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Greece
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Romania
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Norway
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Poland
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Finland
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Croatia
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Slovenia
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Bulgaria
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Spain
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Portugal
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Serbia
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in the Netherlands
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Belgium
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Italy
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Sweden
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Cyprus
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Latvia
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Austria
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in France
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Lithuania
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Hungary
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in the UK
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Denmark
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Germany
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Malta
- Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Bosnia & Herzegovina
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Companies in this industry manufacture non-alcoholic soft drinks, such as spritzers and sodas. Carbonated water is added to soft drink concentrate or syrup, which is then bottled, capped and labelled. The industry also includes the production of bottled water and carbonated, flavoured mineral waters.
Related Terms
Mineral WaterSingle-Use PlasticCarbonatedWhat's included in this industry?
Soft drinksBottled waterCompanies
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners plcPepsiCo EuropeDanone SAIndustry Code
1104 - Manufacture of soft drinks; production of mineral waters and other bottled waters in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
Climbing health consciousness opens up growth opportunities
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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 Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Employees in the Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Business in the Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Profit in the Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Flavour variety and on-the-go convenience drive soft drink sales. With diverse flavour options and portable single-serve containers, soft drinks cater to all kinds of tastes and busy lifestyles, boosting their popularity.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production 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 few big-name brands exist alongside smaller producers. Names like Coca-Cola and Pepsi are known around the world, but there’s plenty of room for smaller companies in the market too, keeping concentration low.
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 Coca-Cola Europacific Partners plc
- Countries of operation for PepsiCo Europe
- Countries of operation for Danone SA
- Countries of operation for Nestlé SA
- Countries of operation for Refresco
- Countries of operation for Britvic plc
- Countries of operation for Eckes-Granini Group GmbH
- Countries of operation for Spadel NV/SA
- Countries of operation for Suntory Beverage & Food Europe
- Countries of operation for Gerolsteiner Brunnen GmbH & Co KG
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Regulations mostly relate to labelling and advertising. Stringent regulations and evolving policies shape production practices, labelling and advertising standards for soft drink and bottled water producers.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Health consciousness hit producers' profits. Climbing demand for low-sugar products requires expensive product reformulation, hiking R&D expenses and eating into returns.
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 Soft Drink & Bottled Water Production 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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