In 2023, Poland led the European industrial gases enterprise sector with 82 enterprises, witnessing a growth of 2.64%. Romania followed with 57 enterprises and a 3.5% increase. Italy and Germany each had 41 companies, with Germany growing by 3.22% and Italy decreasing by 5.0%. Notable growth was seen in Spain and Slovakia, with increases of 7.49% and 13.7% respectively. Other countries remained stable or faced minor fluctuations. The overall trend reflected varied growth dynamics across Europe, showing both regions of expansion and contraction.
Looking forward, future trends to watch include potential continued growth in Eastern Europe, driven by economic development and increased industrial activities. Moreover, Western European markets might witness consolidation and efficiency improvements in the sector, with a focus on sustainability and innovation driving enterprise dynamics in industrial gases.
Top countries in Industrial Gases Number of Enterprises by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Enterprises) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 82 | 2023 | +9.33% | +2.64% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 57 | 2023 | +1.79% | +3.5% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 41 | 2023 | -4.65% | -5% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 41 | 2023 | 0% | +3.22% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 33 | 2023 | +3.13% | +7.49% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 26 | 2023 | -3.7% | +3.4% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 20 | 2023 | 0% | +1.03% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 19 | 2023 | +11.76% | +13.7% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 14 | 2023 | +7.69% | -1.37% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 14 | 2023 | 0% | -3.81% | View data |