Europe Industrial PPE Market Forecast to 2030 - Regional Analysis - by Type, Material, End-Use Industry, and Distribution Channel

The Europe industrial PPE market was valued at US$ 15,963.41 million in 2022 and is expected to reach US$ 27,795.57 million by 2030; it is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 7.2% from 2022 to 2030.

Strategic Developments by Key Market Players Safety fuel the Europe Industrial PPE Market

Companies have been expanding their market presence through various strategic developments such as product launches and technological innovations. In January 2022, Kimberly-Clark, launched Kimtech Opal Nitrile Gloves. The gloves provide increased comfort during prolonged wear and strong tactile sensitivity. The powder-free gloves were made without vulcanization accelerators, added sulfur, or natural rubber latex and protect the application by lowering the risk of Type I and Type IV glove-associated skin disorders. These gloves were also claimed to have Low Derma Technology, a proprietary skin-protection function. Wearable technology is becoming popular in the construction industry worldwide as it helps improve safety by monitoring construction workers' vital signs, such as heart rate and body temperature, and providing alerts of potential hazards. Construction gear has sensors that can sense and alert workers during gas leaks, excessive heat, and sound pollution. As a result, construction teams can address issues rapidly. Exoskeletons are wearable machines that enable construction workers to distribute their weight evenly and provide lift support. Thus, it reduces employees' risk of long-term injuries. Several manufacturers are developing exoskeletons for safety purposes. In September 2019, Hyundai Motor Group developed a new Vest Exoskeleton (VEX), a wearable robot created to assist industrial workers working long hours in overhead environments. This VEX enhances productivity and reduces fatigue of workers by imitating the movement of human joints to boost load support and mobility. Thus, constant product launches and technological innovations boost the industrial personal protective equipment (PPE) market growth.

Europe Industrial PPE Market Overview

The Europe industrial personal protective equipment (PPE) market is segmented into Germany, France, Italy, the UK, Russia, and the Rest of Europe. Increasing cases of work-related injuries and growing requirements for highly effective and high-quality industrial protective equipment in most prominent industries such as manufacturing, construction, oil & gas, and pharmaceuticals augment the industrial personal protective equipment (PPE) penetration in the region. Countries such as the UK, Germany, and France have advanced business infrastructure, which further contributes to market growth. The most significant trends in this market include the development of versatile and wearable accessories, sustainable clothing, and new embedded technologies. Since the COVID-19 pandemic in Europe, legislation for employees has constantly been evolving, and businesses are covering their employees' safety and health expenses. The rising number of construction sites in Europe and the uncertainty of the pandemic resulted in an increasingly intense need for PPE, thereby driving the market. The developed supply chain and high-quality control regarding the material used in manufacturing of industrial personal protective equipment (PPE) drive the Western European industrial personal protective equipment (PPE) market. According to the Centre for the Promotion of Imports from Developing Countries (CBI) 2021 report, Germany, France, the Netherlands, Belgium, Italy, and Poland were among the top industrial clothing and accessories import markets in Europe in 2020.

Europe Industrial PPE Market Segmentation

The Europe industrial PPE market is segmented based on type, material, end-use industry, distribution channel, and country. Based on type, the Europe industrial PPE market is segmented into hand and arm protection, body protection, respiratory protection, head and face protection, and others. The hand and arm protection segment held the largest market share in 2022.

Based on material, the Europe industrial PPE market is segmented into natural rubber, vinyl, polyethylene, nitrile, and others. The others segment held the largest market share in 2022.

Based on end-use industry, the Europe industrial PPE market is segmented into manufacturing, construction, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, and others. The others segment held the largest market share in 2022.

Based on distribution channel, the Europe industrial PPE market is segmented into wholesalers, national retailers, regional retailers, and online platforms. The wholesalers segment held the largest market share in 2022.

Based on country, the Europe industrial PPE market is segmented into Germany, France, Italy, the UK, Russia, and the Rest of Europe. The Rest of Europe dominated the Europe industrial PPE market share in 2022.

Honeywell International Inc.; Lakeland Industries, Inc.; DuPont de Nemours, Inc.; 3M Co.; Ansell Ltd.; VF Corp; Aramark; Hultafors Group AB; Kimberly-Clark Corp.; and W.L. Gore and Associates, Inc. are some of the leading players operating in the Europe industrial PPE market.