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Europe Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Market Size: By Element: Blocks, Beams and Lintels, Roof Panels, Wall Panels, Floor Elements, Others; By End Use: Residential, Non-Residential; Regional Analysis; Market Dynamics: SWOT Analysis, Porter’s Five Forces Analysis, Key Indicators for Demand; Competitive Landscape; 2024-2032
Europe Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Market Size
The Europe autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) market attained a value of USD 1,751.95 million in 2023. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 5.5% during 2024-2032 to reach a value of USD 2,717.55 million by 2032.
Europe Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Market Outlook
- The European Green Deal was put into effect in December 2019 to achieve climate neutrality by 2050 and is encouraging the development of green buildings and the use of green construction materials, such as AAC.
- By 2030, the European government aims to renovate 35 million buildings to make them energy efficient. As a result, the demand for AAC insulation is expected to rise as it is a high-quality thermal insulation material.
- Members of the European Autoclaved Aerated Concrete Association (EAACA) operate over 100 manufacturing facilities across 18 countries, generating over 17 million m3 of AAC annually.
Europe Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Market Growth Rate
Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) is a green precast building material that offers insulation, structure, and fire protection. It is extensively deployed in Europe in the residential, commercial, and industrial construction. Due to its thermal insulation qualities, AAC can reduce heating and cooling requirements by up to 30%, which provides long term monetary benefits to homeowners.
Spain issued the highest number of licenses in Europe in 2022, despite challenges due to higher interest rates and building material prices. The number of licensed square metres expanded by 43.4% in 2022 compared to 2021. In the residential sector, building permits increased by 44.2%, while the non-residential building sector experienced a rise of 41.7%.
The growth in the number of licensed square metres for residential construction in Spain was driven by a strong demand for single-family homes during H1 2022 while the demand for new offices aided the growth of the non-residential sector.
Figure: Year-on-Year Growth in Building Permits in 2022 for European Countries, in m2 of Useful Floor Area
Key Trends and Developments
Reduction in carbon emissions of AAC; rising renovation activities across Europe; increasing construction of green buildings; and significant advantages offered by AAC blocks over concrete are impacting the Europe autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) market growth
Jan 23, 2024
Xella Polska inaugurated an advanced production line in Ostrołeka, Poland, for manufacturing large-size Ytong panels with a sleek surface. The investment, a collaboration between Xella Group and Aircrete Europe, aimed to meet the evolving demands of the rapidly changing Polish construction market.
Jan 10, 2024
Holcim's AAC plant in Romania recently underwent an upgrade, adopting the latest flat-cake technology to address challenges in the country's construction sector. With the shift towards automated production, Romania aimed to mitigate labor shortages, reduce environmental impact, and improve quality assurance standards.
Nov 16, 2023
Holcim Romania expanded its Abjud autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) block plant with a Euro 15 m investment, incorporating equipment from AAC specialist Aircrete Europe. The upgrade resulted in a 45% increase in the plant's production capacity, showcasing the company's commitment to enhancing its manufacturing capabilities.
Aug 1, 2023
Invest International provided a EUR 27 million loan to Kovalska Group, a leading Ukrainian construction material company, to support the import of Aircrete Europe's AAC block production technology to Ukraine.
Initiatives to reduce CO2 emissions associated with AAC use
The European Autoclaved Aerated Concrete Association (EAACA)’s NetZero Roadmap is helping the AAC sector reach net-zero emissions by 2050. The key levers, such as the use of low carbon cement and lime, renewable energy sources, low emissions transport, reusing and recycling AAC, and recarbonation are expected to reduce the carbon emissions of AAC products from 180 kg to -70 kg of CO2e per m3 by 2050, increasing their sustainability.
Surge in renovation activities
The EU’s building sector is responsible for 40% of energy consumption and 36% of total GHG emissions. Under the EU’s Renovation Wave strategy, the government aims to enhance the energy efficiency of its buildings. This will increase the demand for AAC insulation products due to their superior thermal insulation properties and support the Europe autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) market expansion.
Growing adoption of green building designs
AAC is the preferred walling material for LEED-certified buildings and is a 100% green building material. There is a growing demand for green buildings in the EU among commercial customers who are willing to pay a premium to lease them. For instance, in London, the average rental premium for green-certified offices is over 11%.
AAC blocks display robust properties over clay bricks and concrete
AAC blocks are around 3-4 times lighter than red bricks, making them economical and easy to transport. There is a greater strength-to-weight ratio with AAC blocks. This reduces the number of blocks needed per square metre and provides monetary benefits. Further, AAC blocks result in reduced structural costs as it saves steel use by up to 15%.
Europe Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Market Trends
AAC products are widely used in the EU. It is used in over 40% of construction projects in the UK and 60% in Germany. AAC is made from natural ingredients, does not contain any chemicals or volatile compounds, and emits no pollutants by-products during manufacturing. This makes it a healthy, safe, and 100% sustainable building material. It is a walling material of choice for LEED-certified buildings. AAC products also enhance the indoor air quality of structures.
In 2022, around 40 million Europeans were unable to afford energy to heat their homes. The EU’s Renovation Wave strategy launched in October 2020 as part of the Green Deal, aims at renovating 35 million buildings by 2030 to improve their energy efficiency. The European Green Deal is viewed by the AAC market as an opportunity for growth that provides it a competitive edge over other building materials due to its sustainability benefits. AAC is a 100% recyclable material, making it an ideal solution to meet the needs of circularity and reduce GHG emissions.
Europe Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Industry Segmentation
“Europe Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032” offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:
Market Breakup by Element
- Blocks
- Beams and Lintels
- Roof Panels
- Wall Panels
- Floor Elements
- Others
Market Breakup by End Use
- Residential
- Non-Residential
- Commercial
- Government
- Industrial
Market Breakup by Country
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Poland
- Netherlands
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Belgium
- Others
Europe Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Market Share
Based on element, blocks account for a significant share of the market
AAC blocks are known to be half the weight and ten times the size of traditional bricks. This makes it suitable for simple installation and offers the required flexibility, cutting, shaping, etc. AAC blocks are soundproof due to their lightweight and porous characteristics. Hence, it is being widely used across hospitals, schools, studios across the region.
AAC floor elements, on the other hand, are known for their combination of strength, thermal, and acoustic insulation. The adoption of AAC floor elements provides the features of concrete floors at significantly lower cost and with better insulation values.
Meanwhile, AAC industrial wall panels can be used as both internal load-bearing structure or an outer wall. The panels are medium/heavily reinforced allowing them to hold the weight of multiple-story buildings. The presence of high precision on thickness makes them suitable for double-sided applications.
Based on end use, the residential sector significantly contributes to the Europe autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) market revenue
Autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) is adopted as masonry blocks and prefabricated reinforced elements majorly in residential buildings. AAC blocks are being used as exterior walls in residential projects. The significant importance of fireproof houses is catering to an increased adoption of AAC panels on roofs to protect the structure from the flying embers that ignite house fires. By 2026, it is estimated that Europe will have finished constructing about 1.5 million housing units.
Leading Companies in the Europe Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Market
The market players are investing in upgrading their production plants to enhance energy efficiency, optimize production processes, improve personnel safety, and minimize ecological footprint
H+H International A/S
H+H is a prominent supplier of wall-building solutions and materials, headquartered in Denmark. The company has 27 manufacturing plants globally with a total of 2.9 million cubic meters of wall-building materials production registered in 2023.
CRH plc
CRH plc is a leading provider of building materials solutions, specialising in transportation, utility infrastructure, non-residential construction, and outdoor living solutions. Founded in 1970, the company employs 78,500 individuals while operating at 3,390 locations in 29 countries across four continents.
Bauroc AS
Bauroc, is the largest producer of autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) in Northern Europe. Headquartered in Estonia, the family-owned group, Bauroc, runs three cutting-edge AAC factories across the Baltic region and a calcium silicate facility in Lithuania.
Xella International GmbH
The company is recognised as one of the world's largest manufacturers of autoclaved aerated concrete and calcium silicate materials. Founded in 1929, Xella leads in building materials made from autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) and calcium silicate through its brands including Ytong, Silka and Hebel.
Other notable players operating in the Europe autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) market are Holcim Limited, and Solbet Sp. z o.o., among others.
Europe Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Market Analysis by Region
According to the US Green Building Council (USGBC), in 2022, Italy ranked ninth in the top countries in the world for LEED-certified buildings. In 2023, about 135 LEED projects were certified in Italy, accounting for nearly two million gross square meters (GSM) of space.
In its 2021-2026 National Resilience and Recovery Plan (NRRP), the government of France has laid out the plan of adopting Climate and Resilience Law, to strengthen its green transition. The plan also put forward the revision of thermal regulation of new buildings (‘RE2020’). Such initiatives are expected to favour the adoption of sustainable building materials, thereby boosting theEurope autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) market development.
AAC is considered as the second popular construction material, led by clay bricks. The majority of AAC products are set in place in terms of masonry units in residential buildings, especially in one- and two-family houses in Germany. Researchers are engaged in developing belite cement clinker from aerated concrete waste. The clinker can substitute Portland cement used in AAC production, lowering its carbon footprint.
Key Highlights of the Report
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| Base Year | 2023 |
| Historical Period | 2018-2023 |
| Forecast Period | 2024-2032 |
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1 Preface
2 Report Coverage – Key Segmentation and Scope
3 Report Description
3.1 Market Definition and Outlook
3.2 Properties and Applications
3.3 Market Analysis
3.4 Key Players
4 Key Assumptions
5 Executive Summary
5.1 Overview
5.2 Key Drivers
5.3 Key Developments
5.4 Competitive Structure
5.5 Key Industrial Trends
6 Market Snapshot
7 Opportunities and Challenges in the Market
8 Europe Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Market Overview
8.1 Key Industry Highlights
8.2 Europe Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Historical Market (2018-2023)
8.3 Europe Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Market Forecast (2024-2032)
9 Europe Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Market by Element
9.1 Blocks
9.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
9.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
9.2 Beams and Lintels
9.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
9.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
9.3 Roof Panels
9.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
9.3.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
9.4 Wall Panels
9.4.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
9.4.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
9.5 Floor Elements
9.5.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
9.5.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
9.6 Others
10 Europe Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Market by End Use
10.1 Residential
10.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
10.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
10.2 Non-Residential
10.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
10.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
10.2.3 Breakup by Type
10.2.3.1 Commercial
10.2.3.2 Industrial
10.2.3.3 Government
11 Europe Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Market by Country
11.1 Germany
11.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.1.3 By End Use
11.1.3.1 Residential
11.1.3.2 Non-Residential
11.1.3.2.1 Commercial
11.1.3.2.2 Industrial
11.1.3.2.3 Government
11.2 United Kingdom
11.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.2.3 By End Use
11.2.3.1 Residential
11.2.3.2 Non-Residential
11.2.3.2.1 Commercial
11.2.3.2.2 Industrial
11.2.3.2.3 Government
11.3 France
11.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.3.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.3.3 By End Use
11.3.3.1 Residential
11.3.3.2 Non-Residential
11.3.3.2.1 Commercial
11.3.3.2.2 Industrial
11.3.3.2.3 Government
11.4 Italy
11.4.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.4.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.4.3 By End Use
11.4.3.1 Residential
11.4.3.2 Non-Residential
11.4.3.2.1 Commercial
11.4.3.2.2 Industrial
11.4.3.2.3 Government
11.5 Spain
11.5.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.5.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.5.3 By End Use
11.5.3.1 Residential
11.5.3.2 Non-Residential
11.5.3.2.1 Commercial
11.5.3.2.2 Industrial
11.5.3.2.3 Government
11.6 Poland
11.6.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.6.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.6.3 By End Use
11.6.3.1 Residential
11.6.3.2 Non-Residential
11.6.3.2.1 Commercial
11.6.3.2.2 Industrial
11.6.3.2.3 Government
11.7 Netherlands
11.7.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.7.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.7.3 By End Use
11.7.3.1 Residential
11.7.3.2 Non-Residential
11.7.3.2.1 Commercial
11.7.3.2.2 Industrial
11.7.3.2.3 Government
11.8 Switzerland
11.8.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.8.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.8.3 By End Use
11.8.3.1 Residential
11.8.3.2 Non-Residential
11.8.3.2.1 Commercial
11.8.3.2.2 Industrial
11.8.3.2.3 Government
11.9 Sweden
11.9.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.9.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.9.3 By End Use
11.9.3.1 Residential
11.9.3.2 Non-Residential
11.9.3.2.1 Commercial
11.9.3.2.2 Industrial
11.9.3.2.3 Government
11.10 Belgium
11.10.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
11.10.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
11.10.3 By End Use
11.10.3.1 Residential
11.10.3.2 Non-Residential
11.10.3.2.1 Commercial
11.10.3.2.2 Industrial
11.10.3.2.3 Government
11.11 Others
12 Market Dynamics
12.1 SWOT Analysis
12.1.1 Strengths
12.1.2 Weaknesses
12.1.3 Opportunities
12.1.4 Threats
12.2 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
12.2.1 Supplier’s Power
12.2.2 Buyer’s Power
12.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
12.2.4 Degree of Rivalry
12.2.5 Threat of Substitutes
12.3 Key Indicators of Demand
12.4 Key Indicators of Price
13 Competitive Landscape
13.1 Market Structure
13.2 Company Profiles
13.2.1 H+H International A/S
13.2.1.1 Company Overview
13.2.1.2 Product Portfolio
13.2.1.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
13.2.1.4 Certifications
13.2.2 CRH plc
13.2.2.1 Company Overview
13.2.2.2 Product Portfolio
13.2.2.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
13.2.2.4 Certifications
13.2.3 Bauroc AS
13.2.3.1 Company Overview
13.2.3.2 Product Portfolio
13.2.3.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
13.2.3.4 Certifications
13.2.4 Xella International
13.2.4.1 Company Overview
13.2.4.2 Product Portfolio
13.2.4.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
13.2.4.4 Certifications
13.2.5 Holcim Ltd.
13.2.5.1 Company Overview
13.2.5.2 Product Portfolio
13.2.5.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
13.2.5.4 Certifications
13.2.6 SOLBET Spółka z o.o.
13.2.6.1 Company Overview
13.2.6.2 Product Portfolio
13.2.6.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
13.2.6.4 Certifications
13.2.7 Others
14 Key Trends and Developments in the Market
List of Key Figures and Tables
1. Europe Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2018 and 2032
2. Europe Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Historical Market: Breakup by Element (USD Million), 2018-2023
3. Europe Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Market Forecast: Breakup by Element (USD Million), 2024-2032
4. Europe Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Historical Market: Breakup by End Use (USD Million), 2018-2023
5. Europe Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Market Forecast: Breakup by End Use (USD Million), 2024-2032
6. Europe Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Historical Market: Breakup by Country (USD Million), 2018-2023
7. Europe Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (USD Million), 2024-2032
8. Europe Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Market Structure
Key Questions Answered in the Report
The market attained a value of USD 1,751.95 million in 2023.
The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 5.5% during 2024-2032.
The market is estimated to witness a healthy growth in the forecast period of 2024-2032 to reach a value of USD 2,717.55 million by 2032.
The elements include blocks, floor elements, wall panels, beams and lintels, roof panels, and others.
The key countries analysed in the market report are the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Poland, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Sweden, Belgium, and others.
The end uses include residential and non-residential.
The factors driving the market growth are increasing renovation activities, rising inclination towards sustainable construction, and cost savings provided by AAC products, among others.
The key players in the market include H+H International A/S, CRH plc, Bauroc AS, Xella International GmbH, Holcim Limited, and Solbet Sp. z o.o., among others.
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