Industry Statistics and Trends
Demolition in Europe key trends
Public-backed infrastructure projects prop up revenue.
Public sector investment infrastructure frameworks in Europe provide demolition contractors with long-term revenue streams as the projects span several years, which supports growth.
Decommissioning activity offers long-term revenue opportunities.
Due to the complex nature of deconstruction nuclear facilities, a single projects can last multiple years, providing a steady stream of revenue for demolition contractors.
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Demolition in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2012-2030. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Demolition in Europe market size (2020-2025)
Industry revenue has grown at a CAGR of 4.3 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €27.1bn in 2025.
Trends and Insights
New construction investment has remained suppressed, limiting the need for demolition services
- The demolition industry's revenue opportunities are closely tied to construction activity. In recent years, sluggish construction output has led to muted revenue prospects. Rampant inflation has driven up construction costs and tightened budgets, dampening investor confidence. As a result, many projects are being postponed or cancelled altogether. According to Eurostat data, the production output for building construction dropped by 5.1% over the two years through 2024. This reduction indicates fewer available contracts for demolition companies, limiting their growth potential.
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Demolition in Europe outlook (2025-2030)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
Improving economic conditions will support demolition orders in the construction sector
- Inflation is projected to stabilise in the medium term, with the European Central Bank anticipating an average inflation rate of 2% in 2025, decreasing to 1.6% in 2026, and then returning to 2% in 2027. Consequently, interest rates are expected to be reduced to foster economic growth throughout Europe. This reduction in rates will lower borrowing costs for both investors and homeowners, thereby encouraging property development and creating a demand for demolition services.
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Revenue
€27.1bn
Employees
187k
Wages
€X.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
* CAGR values are for the years 2020-2025.
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Biggest companies in the Demolition in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2025 | Revenue (€m)
2025 | Profit (€m)
2025 | Profit Margin (%)
2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Erith Contractors Ltd | 304.5 | 11.2 | 3.7 | |
Séché Environnement SA | 1,266.6 | 94.0 | 7.4 | |
Keltbray Ltd | 147.6 | -0.5 | -0.3 |
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Demolition 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 Demolition industry in Europe in 2025?
The market size of the Demolition industry in Europe is €27.1bn in 2025.
How many businesses are there in the Demolition industry in Europe in 2025?
There are 58,985 businesses in the Demolition industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 5.8 % between 2020 and 2025.
Has the Demolition industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Demolition industry in Europe has been growing at a CAGR of 4.3 % between 2020 and 2025.
What is the forecast growth of the Demolition industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Demolition industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Demolition industry in Europe include?
Dismantling and decommissioning and Total and selective demolition are part of the Demolition industry in Europe.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Demolition industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Demolition industry is Russia.
How competitive is the Demolition industry in Europe?
The level of competition is low and steady in the Demolition industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Demolition in Greece
- Demolition in Romania
- Demolition in Norway
- Demolition in Italy
- Demolition in Sweden
- Demolition in Latvia
- Demolition in Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Demolition in Austria
- Demolition in France
- Demolition in Lithuania
- Demolition in the Netherlands
- Demolition in Belgium
- Demolition in Cyprus
- Demolition in Estonia
- Demolition in Iceland
- Demolition in Europe
- Demolition in Luxembourg
- Demolition in Russia
- Demolition in Slovakia
- Demolition in Hungary
- Demolition in Denmark
- Demolition in Poland
- Demolition in Malta
- Demolition in Croatia
- Demolition in Slovenia
- Demolition in Spain
- Demolition in Portugal
- Demolition in Serbia
- Demolition in Turkey
- Demolition in Ireland
- Demolition in Finland
- Demolition in Bulgaria
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
The demolition industry encompasses site preparation for construction, including the dismantling of buildings and structures, as well as essential preparatory tasks like levelling and clearing construction sites for future development.
Related Terms
ASBESTOSPETROCHEMICAL WASTE FRAMEWORK DIRECTIVEWhat's included in this industry?
Dismantling and decommissioning Total and selective demolitionCompanies
Erith Contractors LtdSéché Environnement SAKeltbray LtdIndustry Code
4311 - Demolition in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
New construction investment has remained suppressed, limiting the need for demolition services
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Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2025 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 Demolition in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Employees in the Demolition in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Business in the Demolition in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Profit in the Demolition in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Demolition in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Demolition in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Demolition in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Demolition in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Rising interest rates weigh on new work. A lack of new work is stifling demand for demolition services, which are needed before the construction process begins.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Demolition in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Demolition in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Demolition 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 (2025)
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Revenue by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Enterprises by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Employment by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Wages by Region (2025)
Industry Geographic Breakdown
Data Tables
Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:
- Revenue (2025)
- IVA (2025)
- Enterprises (2025)
- Employment (2025)
- Exports (2025)
- Imports (2025)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
The industry is highly fragmented. Most demolition contractors run small-scale operations and tend to focus on limited regional markets, but larger contractors do exist – they focus more on large-scale and multi-year projects, like nuclear decommissioning.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2020-2025)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 10 companies by market share:
- Market share (2025)
- Revenue (2025)
- Profit (2025)
- Profit Margin (2025)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for Erith Contractors Ltd
- Countries of operation for Séché Environnement SA
- Countries of operation for Keltbray Ltd
- Countries of operation for Explosifs Produits Chimiques SA
- Countries of operation for DESPE S.p.a
- Countries of operation for Construcciones y Excavaciones Erriberri SL
- Countries of operation for Beelen Nederland BV
- Countries of operation for Cardem SAS
- Countries of operation for DDM Demontage BV
- Countries of operation for Hagedorn Management GmbH
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Demolition contractors must adhere to a range of regulations. Health and safety regulations are especially important for demolition contractors, especially when harmful and controlled substances like asbestos and explosives are involved.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Demolition in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Inflationary pressures have increased the price of inputs. As a result of persistent supply chain disruptions, input prices spiked, meaning profit was squeezed. With inflation subsiding, input prices have witnessed a decline.
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 Demolition in Europe industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Imports/Demand (2015-2030)
- Exports/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Revenue per Employee (2015-2030)
- Wages/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Employees per Establishment (2015-2030)
- Average Wage (2015-2030)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and bottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2025)
- Business Growth (2025)
- Job Growth (2025)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2025)
- Imports/Demand (2025)
- Exports/Revenue (2025)
- Revenue per Employee (2025)
- Wages/Revenue (2025)
- Employees per Establishment (2025)
- Average Wage (2025)
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 (2015-2030)
- IVA (2015-2030)
- Establishments (2015-2030)
- Enterprises (2015-2030)
- Employment (2015-2030)
- Exports (2015-2030)
- Imports (2015-2030)
- Wages (2015-2030)
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