Industry Statistics and Trends
Site Preparation in Europe key trends
Infrastructure construction proves resilient.
As infrastructure projects are publicly funded, they’re less susceptible to economic conditions. Hence, site preparation contractors that secure infrastructure contracts benefit from stable revenue streams.
Brownfield sites increase the need for site preparation.
Brownfield sites, often old industrial facilities, tend to be less suitable for construction, so more preparation is required before construction.
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Site Preparation in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2012-2030. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Site Preparation in Europe market size (2020-2025)
Industry revenue has grown at a CAGR of 2.2 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €95.5bn in 2025.
Trends and Insights
Inflationary pressures slump residential construction output, reducing demand for site preparation services
- In recent years, Europe's residential construction output has stagnated due to rampant inflation, high interest rates and cautious lending policies, all of which have delayed new housing projects. According to Eurostat data, residential building permits fell sharply by 29.2% over the three years leading up to 2024. Consequently, contractors involved in early-stage groundwork and excavation are facing a downturn in tender opportunities within the residential market.
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Site Preparation in Europe outlook (2025-2030)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
Improving economic conditions will bolster construction output and industry income opportunities
- In recent years, construction output has slowed due to rampant inflationary pressures, but the outlook appears more optimistic. Inflation is expected to stabilise in the medium term, with the European Central Bank projecting an average inflation rate of 2% in 2025, cooling to 1.6% in 2026, then returning to 2% in 2027. In response, central banks are anticipated to continue lowering interest rates to stimulate economic growth in Europe.
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Revenue
€95.5bn
Employees
511k
Wages
€XX.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
Top 5 Countries
- Romania +13.0%
- Bosnia & Herzegovina +10.3%
- Greece +9.5%
- Ireland +9.0%
- Czechia 0.0%
Bottom 5 Countries
- Malta -3.4%
- Bulgaria -1.7%
- North Macedonia -1.4%
- Estonia -1.4%
- United Kingdom -1.1%
* CAGR values are for the years 2020-2025.
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Biggest companies in the Site Preparation in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2025 | Revenue (€m)
2025 | Profit (€m)
2025 | Profit Margin (%)
2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Vinci SA | 78,215.9 | 9,178.2 | 11.7 | |
Hochtief AG | 33,054.5 | 961.4 | 2.9 | |
Strabag SE | 18,881.9 | 1,045.8 | 5.5 |
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Site Preparation 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 Site Preparation industry in Europe in 2025?
The market size of the Site Preparation industry in Europe is €95.5bn in 2025.
How many businesses are there in the Site Preparation industry in Europe in 2025?
There are 267k businesses in the Site Preparation industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 7.3 % between 2020 and 2025.
Has the Site Preparation industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Site Preparation industry in Europe has been growing at a CAGR of 2.2 % between 2020 and 2025.
What is the forecast growth of the Site Preparation industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Site Preparation industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Site Preparation industry in Europe include?
General site preparation and Foundation work are part of the Site Preparation industry in Europe.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Site Preparation industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Site Preparation industry is Slovakia.
How competitive is the Site Preparation industry in Europe?
The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Site Preparation industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Companies in this industry provide a variety of services to facilitate construction, including excavation, landfill, blasting, levelling and land drainage. Site preparation contractors are employed in the pre-construction phase of projects.
Related Terms
EXCAVATIONSOIL STABILISATIONLASER LEVELLINGWhat's included in this industry?
General site preparationFoundation workServices for watercoursesDigging trenches and conduitsSite preparation for transport projectsCompanies
Vinci SAHochtief AGStrabag SEIndustry Code
4312 - Site preparation in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
Inflationary pressures slump residential construction output, reducing demand for site preparation services
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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 Site Preparation in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Employees in the Site Preparation in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Business in the Site Preparation in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Profit in the Site Preparation in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Site Preparation in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Site Preparation in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Site Preparation in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Site Preparation in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Transport-related construction is resilient. Transport projects are commonly funded by governments, so economic conditions have less of an impact on funding.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Site Preparation in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Site Preparation in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Site Preparation in Europe industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Largest Importer
- Smallest Importer
- Total Imports into Europe
- Largest Exporter
- Smallest Importer
- 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
Most site preparation contractors operate at a small scale. The industry is comprised of a large number of small-scale contractors who tend to operate in a limited geographical region.
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 Vinci SA
- Countries of operation for Hochtief AG
- Countries of operation for Strabag SE
- Countries of operation for Bouygues Construction SA
- Countries of operation for Ferrovial SA
- Countries of operation for Skanska AB
- Countries of operation for Kier Group plc
- Countries of operation for Balfour Beatty plc
- Countries of operation for Royal BAM Group nv
- Countries of operation for Thomas Hagedorn Holding GmbH
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Site preparation contractors must comply with a range of regulations. Contractors must comply with health and safety regulations, construction standards and ensure the correct protocols are followed when using heavy machinery.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Site Preparation in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Competition restricts profitability. Site preparation contractors often compete on price to win business, sometimes sacrificing a proportion of their profits to win contracts.
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 Site Preparation 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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