Europe Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Market Outlook, 2028

Europe is expected to be the second dominant region in this market due to a rise in government investments in renewable energy sources. Supportive government regulation, such as the EU Directive 2016/425 on PPE ensuring quality standards for safety equipment sold in the European market, will fuel the regional market growth. Personal protection equipment was first used in Europe in 1825 by an Italian scientist named Giovanni Aldini. He created a mask that protects against heat and smoky air. Later, specific occupational safety rules and practises were enacted. A new European law on personal protective equipment, comprising improved standards and rules guaranteeing protection against chemical and biological threats, was established in 2016. All member countries were required to adopt these regulations via PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, which led in the expansion of the region's PPE equipment manufacturing industry. Moreover, due to the recent incidence of COVID-19 European Commission implemented polices regarding PPE that will positively impact the supply of personal protective equipment in the region. In Europe, the majority of the core industries such as metal manufacturing, oil and gas, automotive, and petroleum refining are boosting the demand for personal protective equipment for safety purposes. The rising frequency of workplace injuries, combined with the region's expanding need for high wear and tear items, is boosting the adoption of personal protection equipment and fueling market expansion. Furthermore, increased incidences of armed conflict in the region are expected to drive the demand for military and law enforcement personal protective equipment in the future years. The growing need for safety gloves in the food and beverage industries will fuel market expansion. Leading market participants in Europe are focusing on PPE innovation and various methods to increase their market share. Honeywell International Inc. is a global leader in the European personal protective equipment sector, and its success is largely due to innovation. In December 2019, Honeywell acquired Rebellion Photonics, which will help the company expand its product portfolio with artificial intelligence (AI) driven monitoring platform that can detect gas leaks, fire, and fumes to keep workers safe from injuries.

According to the research report, “Europe Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Market Outlook, 2028” the market is anticipated to add USD 8.52 Billion market size from 2023 to 2028. The expansion of the market during this region is often attributed to the very fact that the region has the strongest economies within the world, alongside flourishing industries that cause increased capital investment capabilities. Growing concerns concerning occupational hazards & safety and therefore the greater requirement for protective gears in metal manufacturing, automotive, and oil & gas sectors is that the main factor behind the dominance of the European personal protective equipment market. The Europe healthcare industry in is projected to propagate at a robust growth rate than the GDP which will increase sale for medical products exponentially. Growing health problems as a result of unhealthy lifestyles are predicted to stimulate demand for healthcare services and, as a result, personal protective equipment. Furthermore, in order to improve health and safety awareness, the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) has collaborated with numerous health and safety organisations to develop novel ideas and solutions. Such initiatives by agencies in collaboration with market players to improve safety standards are anticipated to stimulate the market. For instance, in Russia, part of the reform strategy is to upgrade the public healthcare system and infrastructure, as well as invest in new facilities. Medical equipment and devices are projected to be in high demand as a result of these advances. Because of the country's rapidly expanding medical industry, demand for hand protection equipment such as disposable and durable gloves is expected to grow significantly.

The Europe PPE market is expected to showcase a healthy CAGR during the forecast period owing to the growing expenditure from the European countries on renewable energy sources. Furthermore, an increasing number of government rules governing safety standards are expected to drive growth in the European PPE industry. The European Union made a cooperative procurement of personal protective equipment that exceeds the needs of member states combating the coronavirus outbreak. European Union states required 10 times the amount of personal protective equipment and other medical devices as stock on hand. The problem was exacerbated by limitations placed by some EU governments on the sale of medical equipment to other EU countries. Infection transmission occurred after Italy, but the essential actions to obtain PPE and stop the outbreak were not done, resulting in medical personnel being harmed. In Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia and Bavaria were the hardest damaged states during the corona virus outbreak had infected cases as health workers. The lack of PPE especially among health personal caused Germany to stop export of masks, gowns, bibs and overalls temporarily. In France, There were claims of expected supplies falling apart at the last moment due to price gouging. The concerns raised by health workers resonated throughout the pandemic. The government had to take multiple steps such as seizing supplies to make sure their citizens were able to get what was needed. This will call for more domestic manufacturers whose supply outside France will be restricted. NHS also announced there is serious shortage of protective equipment for medical personnel all across Europe.

Based on the countries, the personal protective equipment market in Germany is one of the promising regions in the European region. It is expected to account for a significant proportion of the European area throughout the projection period due to increased awareness programmes about the benefits of personal protective equipment. Increased usage of PPE from the drug manufacturing units in Germany is one of the major factors propelling the market growth in Germany. The market for personal protective equipment (PPE) in Germany is well-established and growing. Germany is one of the largest economies in Europe and has a strong manufacturing and industrial sector, which drives the demand for PPE in the country. However, because of the drug concentration levels, some people may develop allergies by inhaling the air in their surroundings. As a result, people in this palace are required by law to wear personal protective equipment, which propels the market forward. The German Ministry of Health asked German corporations, such as BASF, and their overseas partners, particularly in China, to purchase protective clothes and equipment. As a result of product shortages in several German hospitals and clinics, the government established an open bidding process for PPE to speed up the process and remove administrative obstacles. The German government has also taken steps to support the PPE industry during the pandemic. In March 2020, the German government announced that it would provide up to €50 billion in loan guarantees to help businesses affected by the pandemic, including those in the PPE industry. The government has also introduced measures to support the production and distribution of PPE, such as easing regulations on the production of hand sanitizer and other disinfectants.

Oil and gas, metal manufacture, refining, and automotive are all key sectors in Europe. Furthermore, the region's healthcare business necessitates a large consumption of safety gloves. Europe also has very tight requirements on the quality of all personal protection equipment. Furthermore, the region's renewable energy industry receives considerable funding, resulting in its expansion and increasing need for PPE kits. Based on the product types, hand protection segment is leading the overall market with more than 35% share in 2022. The market for hand protection equipment in Europe is growing due to increased awareness of workplace safety and health regulations, as well as the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Hand protection equipment includes gloves, which are used in a wide range of industries to protect workers from a variety of hazards, including chemicals, cuts, punctures, and abrasions. According to the study, hand injuries are the second most common type of workplace injury in Europe, after back injuries. This underscores the importance of hand protection equipment in the workplace. The use of gloves in healthcare settings has increased significantly in Europe due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The use of gloves has become a routine practice in many healthcare settings to reduce the risk of transmission of the virus. There is a growing trend towards the use of eco-friendly and sustainable materials in the production of hand protection equipment in Europe. For example, some companies are producing gloves made from natural rubber latex, which is a renewable resource, instead of synthetic materials. The hand protection equipment market in Europe is highly fragmented, with a large number of small and medium-sized companies competing for market share. However, there are also several large multinational corporations, such as Ansell and 3M, who dominate the market. There have been significant advances in the development of new materials and technologies for PPE, such as advanced polymers, lightweight fabrics, and smart textiles. These innovations are improving the comfort, durability, and effectiveness of PPE.

Major Companies present in the market:

3M, Ansell Ltd, DuPont, Avon Protection Plc , Delta Plus Group, Honeywell International, Inc. , Lakeland Industries Inc, MSA SAFETY INC., Radians, Inc., Drägerwerk AG & Co. KGaA, Top Glove Corporation Bhd, Kimberly-Clark Corporation., Klein Tools, Inc., E D Bullard Company, MCR Safety LLC, Protective Industrial Products, Inc., COFRA S.r.l.

Considered in this report

• Geography: Europe
• Historic year: 2017
• Base year: 2022
• Estimated year: 2023
• Forecast year: 2028

Aspects covered in this report

• Europe Personal Protective Equipment market with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Country-wise Personal Protective Equipment market analysis
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation

Countries covered in the report:

• Germany
• United Kingdom
• France
• Spain
• Italy
• Russia

By Product Type

• Hand Protection
• Protective Clothing
• Respiratory Protection
• Protective Footwear
• Eye and Face Protection
• Hearing Protection
• Head Protection
• Fall Protection
• Others (Skin Protection, etc.)

By End-Use Industry

• Healthcare
• Manufacturing
• Construction
• Oil & Gas
• Fire fighting
• Food
• Others (Mining, Transportation, Automotive)

The approach of the report:

This report consists of a combined approach of primary as well as secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and listing out the companies that are present in the market. The secondary research consists of third party sources such as press releases, annual report of companies, analyzing the government generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources primary research was conducted by making telephonic interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducted trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this; the author has started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting consumers in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender.

Intended audience

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