Industry Statistics and Trends
Pasta Production in Europe key trends
Authentic Italian pasta is in high demand.
People are choosing traditional Italian brands like Barilla and De Cecco, showing they truly value the genuine taste and methods behind their pasta dishes.
Pasta prices hit the roof in Europe.
Due to rising inflation, particularly in 2022 and into 2023, pasta lovers in countries like Italy, Spain, and France are feeling the pinch as durum wheat and energy costs soar.
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Pasta Production in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2012-2030. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Pasta Production in Europe market size (2020-2025)
Industry revenue has grown at a CAGR of 1.7 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €20.8bn in 2025.
Trends and Insights
Consumers seek out authentic Italian pasta
- Italy is the traditional home of pasta and consumers increasingly crave authentic Italian pasta, shifting their preference towards brands that celebrate traditional Italian methods and recipes. This means that Italian producers maintain a natural reputational advantage in the market over other rivals. Italy accounted for 69% of EU pasta output in 2024 (4.1 million tonnes), according to Eurostat data, far ahead of Spain at 6% and Germany at 5%, cementing Italy’s leadership in capacity and know‑how. Italian producers are also able to export pasta to outside of Europe and are a significant contributor to the large export revenue in the industry.
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Pasta Production in Europe outlook (2025-2030)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
Sustainable production takes centre stage
- Sustainability is already a key focus of many European pasta manufacturers, with many adopting eco-friendly packaging solutions to reduce their environmental impact and detailing their sustainability strategies on their websites.
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Revenue
€20.8bn
Employees
59,392
Wages
€X.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
Top 5 Countries
- Ireland +13.9%
- Serbia +12.9%
- Bosnia & Herzegovina +7.0%
- Netherlands +6.3%
- Portugal +5.2%
* CAGR values are for the years 2020-2025.
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Biggest companies in the Pasta Production in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2025 | Revenue (€m)
2025 | Profit (€m)
2025 | Profit Margin (%)
2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Barilla Holding Srl | 4,966.2 | 358.4 | 7.2 | |
F.lli De Cecco di Filippo - Fara San Martino SpA | 645.5 | 73.1 | 11.3 | |
Newlat Food SpA | 794.5 | 147.1 | 18.5 |
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Pasta Production 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 Pasta Production industry in Europe in 2025?
The market size of the Pasta Production industry in Europe is €20.8bn in 2025.
How many businesses are there in the Pasta Production industry in Europe in 2025?
There are 6,868 businesses in the Pasta Production industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 0.8 % between 2020 and 2025.
Has the Pasta Production industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Pasta Production industry in Europe has been growing at a CAGR of 1.7 % between 2020 and 2025.
What is the forecast growth of the Pasta Production industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Pasta Production industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Pasta Production industry in Europe include?
Dried pasta and noodles and Egg pasta and noodles are part of the Pasta Production industry in Europe.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Pasta Production industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Pasta Production industry is Italy.
How competitive is the Pasta Production industry in Europe?
The level of competition is high and steady in the Pasta Production industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Pasta Production in Greece
- Pasta Production in Romania
- Pasta Production in Norway
- Pasta Production in Italy
- Pasta Production in the UK
- Pasta Production in Sweden
- Pasta Production in Germany
- Pasta Production in Latvia
- Pasta Production in Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Pasta Product Manufacturing in the UK
- Pasta Product Manufacturing in Germany
- Pasta Production in Austria
- Pasta Production in France
- Pasta Production in Lithuania
- Pasta Production in the Netherlands
- Pasta Production in Belgium
- Pasta Production in Cyprus
- Pasta Production in Estonia
- Pasta Production in Iceland
- Pasta Production in Europe
- Pasta Production in Luxembourg
- Pasta Production in Russia
- Pasta Production in Slovakia
- Pasta Production in Hungary
- Pasta Production in Denmark
- Pasta Production in Poland
- Pasta Production in Malta
- Pasta Production in Croatia
- Pasta Production in Slovenia
- Pasta Production in Spain
- Pasta Production in Portugal
- Pasta Production in Serbia
- Pasta Production in Czechia
- Pasta Production in Turkey
- Pasta Production in Ireland
- Pasta Production in Finland
- Pasta Production in Bulgaria
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Companies in this industry manufacture pasta products that may be cooked, uncooked, stuffed or not stuffed. These products include items such as macaroni and noodles. The industry also includes the manufacture of canned or frozen pasta products and the manufacture of couscous.
Related Terms
DURUM WHEATANCIENT GRAINS SEMOLINAWhat's included in this industry?
Dried pasta and noodlesEgg pasta and noodlesStuffed pastaCouscousCompanies
Barilla Holding SrlF.lli De Cecco di Filippo - Fara San Martino SpANewlat Food SpAIndustry Code
1074 - Manufacture of macaroni, noodles, couscous and similar farinaceous products in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
Consumers seek out authentic Italian pasta
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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 Pasta Production in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Employees in the Pasta Production in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Business in the Pasta Production in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Profit in the Pasta Production in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Pasta Production in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Pasta Production in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Pasta Production in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Pasta Production in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Stuffed pasta is a convenient meal favourite. With its quick-to-prepare nature and the increasing demand for healthier, plant-based fillings, this food option is satisfying both the taste buds and nutritional needs of busy, health-conscious eaters.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Pasta Production in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Pasta Production in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Pasta Production 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
Innovative product offerings drive market share in Europe's pasta industry. Successful producers must create unique, quality products that cater to evolving consumer tastes, like gluten-free or gourmet options to stay competitive.
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 Barilla Holding Srl
- Countries of operation for F.lli De Cecco di Filippo - Fara San Martino SpA
- Countries of operation for Newlat Food SpA
- Countries of operation for Ebro Foods SA
- Countries of operation for La Molisana SpA
- Countries of operation for F Divella SpA
- Countries of operation for JSC MAKFA
- Countries of operation for Rummo SpA
- Countries of operation for Nissin Foods Holdings Co Ltd
- Countries of operation for Alb-Gold Teigwaren GmbH
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Manufacturers must follow stringent food standard and labelling requirements. This means manufacturers must adhere to specific guidelines, from ingredient sourcing to labelling, to ensure consumer trust and market stability.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Pasta Production in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Pasta producers thrive with innovation and sustainability. By embracing creative diversification and efficient, sustainable production methods, they've successfully navigated challenges, proving that adaptability is key to maintaining profitability in a changing market.
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 Pasta Production 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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