Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in Germany compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data Germany
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#1 In EuropeBusiness
#1 In EuropeEmployees
#1 In EuropeWages
#1 In EuropeEuropean trailer, caravan, and motor vehicle body manufacturing are struggling against a backdrop of weak demand, with orders from car makers and road transport companies edging downwards. In particular, German, British, French and Spanish vehicle body producers have seen their orders dip in line with falling EU car production – it dropped from 14.6 million units in 2018 to 10.9 million units in 2022, according to the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association. After dipping by 4.4% and 2.9% in 2020 and 2021, respectively, EU production tumbled by a further 15.7% in 2022 amid supply shortages and soaring input inflation. Production has also dropped in Britain; according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, British car production plunged by nearly half between 2018 and 2022, from 1.5 million to 775,000 units.
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Biggest companies in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Germany
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bernard Krone Holding SE & Co KG | 2,978.0 | 96.3 | 3.2 | |
Robert Bosch GmbH | 91,104.3 | 3,687.8 | 4.0 | |
Schmitz Cargobull AG | 2,108.0 | 138.0 | 6.5 |
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing industry in Germany in 2024?
The market size of the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing industry in Germany is €14.2bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Germany industry in 2024?
There are 1,705 businesses in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing industry in Germany, which has grown at a CAGR of 4.7 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing industry in Germany grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing industry in Germany has been declining at a CAGR of 2.0 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing industry in Germany over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing industry in Germany is expected to grow.
What are the biggest companies in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing market in Germany?
The biggest companies operating in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing market in Germany are Bernard Krone Holding SE & Co KG, Robert Bosch GmbH and Schmitz Cargobull AG
What does the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Germany include?
Motor vehicle bodies and Recreational vehicles are part of the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Germany?
The company holding the most market share in Germany is Bernard Krone Holding SE & Co KG.
How competitive is the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing industry in Germany?
The level of competition is moderate and increasing in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing industry in Germany.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
Complementors
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Companies in this industry produce bodies for motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers necessary for transport purposes. They also manufacture cabs for motor vehicles and caravans and parts for trailers.
Related Terms
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE SEMI-TRAILER TRAILERWhat's included in this industry?
Motor vehicle bodiesRecreational vehicles Trailers and semi-trailers Parts and bodies for trailersCompanies
Bernard Krone Holding SE & Co KGRobert Bosch GmbHSchmitz Cargobull AGIndustry Code
292 - Manufacture of bodies (coachwork) for motor vehicles; manufacture of trailers and semi-trailers in Germany
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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
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue
- Employees
- Business
- Profit
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Germany industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Germany industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Germany industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Germany industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Falling car production dents orders of vehicle bodies. European car production tanked during the pandemic and is yet to recover to previous levels. Lower investment in vehicle production is cutting orders for car bodies.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Germany industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Germany industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Germany industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into Germany
- Total Exports into Germany
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)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Large manufacturers dominate trailer and vehicle body production. Volvo, Volkswagen, Iveco and Scania control over half of the market. Volvo has a significant market share in the trailer and semi-trailer segment, raising concentration.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Establishments by Region (2024)
Data Tables
- Number of Establishments by Region (2024)
Charts
- Share of Establishments vs. Population of Each Region
Analysis
What regions are businesses in the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Germany located?
Companies
Data Tables
Top 3 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit margin (2024)
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Manufacturers must comply with EU safety laws. Trailer and recreational vehicle manufacturers must follow road traffic licensing rules, which set specifications for trailer dimensions, weight, height and length. They also have to make customers aware of specifications and safety features.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Germany industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
A hike in steel prices raises purchase costs. Manufacturers dealing with surging steel prices have seen their production costs swell, eating into 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 Trailer, Caravan & Car Body Manufacturing in Germany 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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