European Ventilation Equipment Market Trends and Outlook
The European ventilation equipment market experienced a significant decline in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which disrupted new construction and renovation activities across the European Union. However, demand rebounded sharply in 2021-2022, fueled by a recovery in commercial and residential construction, government-backed renovation initiatives, and increased awareness of the importance of Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) in the wake of the pandemic. This resurgence revitalized a previously stagnant market. In 2023, however, demand declined slightly again as economic uncertainty, rising interest rates, and escalating construction costs slowed construction activity across the region.
European unit shipments of ventilation equipment are forecast to reach 40 million units in 2030 registering a CAGR of 3.5% during 2024-2030 period. Shipment value of European ventilation equipment is projected to grow by a CAGR of 3.4% over the forecast period, reaching close US$7 billion by 2030. In March 2024, the European Parliament adopted the revised Energy Performance in Buildings Directive (EPBD) through a final vote, marking a historic milestone in EU legislation. For the first time, the directive incorporates provisions and requirements addressing Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ). This advancement enhances building regulations, ensuring that structures across the EU prioritize occupant health and comfort. By focusing on key aspects such as ventilation rates, humidity control, and contaminant reduction, the updated EPBD establishes a new benchmark for sustainable and healthy building practices. The combination of stricter energy efficiency requirements and expectations for adequate ventilation presents significant growth opportunities for the ventilation market in the coming years.
Major companies operating in the European Ventilation Equipment market include Aldes Group, Ariston Group, ebm-papst, Elica, Elta Group, Faber, FLAKT Group, France Air Group, Groupe Atlantic, Helios, Hidria Rotomatika, Howden, ITHO, LINDAB, MAICO, Munters, Rosenberg Ventilatoren, Soler & Palau, Swegon, Systemair, Volution Group, and Zehnder Group among others.
European Ventilation Equipment Regional Market Analysis
Countries covered in the European Ventilation Equipment market include Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom. With a share of 48% in 2024, Germany is the producer of ventilation equipment in Europe in terms of volume shipments and slated to record a CAGR of 3.6% between 2024 and 2030. Italy, United Kingdom, and Poland are the other leading countries for the production of ventilation equipment in Europe. Volume shipments of ventilation equipment in Poland is projected to post the fastest 2024-2030 CAGR of 4.4%, producing 2.6 million units in 2030.
European Ventilation Equipment Market Analysis by Product Segment
The market for European Ventilation Equipment by product segment analyzed in this report include Axial Fans, Centrifugal Fans, Roof/Attic Fans, Cross-flow Fans, Range Hoods, Domestic Exhaust Fans, and Air Handling Units. Axial Fans is the largest segment in terms of value shipments in the European ventilation equipment market with a share of 30.6% in 2023 and anticipated to post a CAGR of 3.8% between 2024 and 2030 in reaching 12.5 million units in 2030. In terms of value, Centrifugal Fans corners the largest share of European Ventilation Equipment market, estimated at 28.3% in 2024, followed closely by Axial Fans and Range Hoods. Air Handling Units used in ventilation are expected to post the fastest similar period CAGR of 4.2% and reach US$710 million by 2030.
European Ventilation Equipment Market Report Scope
This European Ventilation Equipment report analyzes the market size is based on unit shipments by ventilation equipment manufacturers. This market report analyzes ventilation equipment volume shipments and value by product segment and country for the period 2021-2030 with projections from 2024 to 2030. In addition to providing profiles of major companies operating in the European ventilation industry, the latest corporate and industrial developments have been covered to offer a clear panorama of European ventilation industry.
Key Metrics
| Historical Period: | 2021-2023 | |
| Base Year: | 2024 | |
| Forecast Period: | 2024-2030 | |
| Units: | Volume Shipments in units and Value market in US$ | |
| Companies Mentioned: | 70+ |
European Ventilation Equipment Market by Country
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- France
- Germany
- Italy
- The Netherlands
- Poland Portugal
- Spain
- Sweden
- The United Kingdom
- Rest of Europe
European Ventilation Equipment Market by Product Segment
- Axial Fans
- Centrifugal Fans
- Roof/Attic Fans
- Cross-flow Fans
- Range Hoods
- Domestic Exhaust Fans
- Air Handling Units
European Ventilation Equipment Market Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Ventilation equipment market in terms of unit shipments is estimated at 32.7 million units in 2024.
Registering a CAGR of 3.4% during 2024-2030 period, shipment value of European ventilation equipment is projected to reach around US$7 billion by 2030.
Germany is leading producer of ventilation equipment in Europe with an estimated share of 48% in 2024, followed by Italy.
Axial fans, range hoods and domestic exhaust fans are the leading product segments with shares of more than 20% each in 2024.
Air handling units are the fastest growing product segment, and Poland is the fastest growing country in the European ventilation equipment market, anticipated to post CAGRs of 4.2% each in terms of value during 2024-2030.
Leading manufactures of Ventilation Equipment in Europe include Aldes Group, Ariston Group, ebm-papst, Elica, Elta Group, Faber, FLAKT Group, France Air Group, Groupe Atlantic, Helios, Hidria Rotomatika, Howden, ITHO, LINDAB, MAICO, Munters, Rosenberg Ventilatoren, Soler & Palau, Swegon, Systemair, Volution Group, and Zehnder Group among others.
PART A: EUROPEAN MARKET PERSPECTIVE
1. INTRODUCTION
- Product Outline
- Ventilation Overview
- Common Methods Used for Ventilation
- Mechanical/Forced Ventilation
- Natural Ventilation
- Hybrid Ventilation
- Components of Ventilation Systems
- Natural Ventilation Systems
- Mechanical Ventilation Systems
- Design Strategies of Ventilation Systems
- Exhaust Ventilation Systems
- Supply Ventilation Systems
- Balanced Ventilation Systems
- Product Segmentation
- Axial Fans
- Centrifugal Fans
- Cross Flow Fans
- Domestic Exhaust Fans
- Roof/Attic Fans
- Range Hoods
- Air Handling Units (AHUs) for Ventilation
- Heat Recovery/Energy Recovery Ventilation Units
2. VENTILATION REGULATIONS & STANDARDS
- Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD)
- CEN Standards Related to Ventilation of Buildings
- Ecodesign and Energy Labelling
- Ecodesign and Energy Labelling - Ventilation units
- Ecodesign - Fans
- Eurovent Certification for Air Conditioning and Ventilation Products
3. KEY MARKET TRENDS
- European Environmental Regulations Offering Opportunities for Ventilation Equipment
- Technological Trends in the European Ventilation Equipment Market
- European Economic and Construction Trends
4. KEY MARKET PLAYERS
- Aldes Group (France)
- Ariston Group (Netherlands)
- ebm-papst Mulfingen GmbH & Co. KG (Germany)
- Elica S.p.A. (Italy)
- Elta Group (United Kingdom)
- Faber S.p.A (Italy)
- FLAKT Group (Germany)
- France Air Group (France)
- Groupe Atlantic (France)
- Helios Ventilatoren Gmbh + Co., Kg. (Germany)
- Hidria Rotomatika d.o.o. (Slovania)
- Howden, Chart Industries (United Kingdom)
- ITHO Daalderop (The Netherlands)
- LINDAB International AB (Sweden)
- MAICO Elektroapparate-Fabrik GmbH (Germany)
- Munters AB (Sweden)
- Nicotra Gebhardt S.p.A. (Italy)
- Nuaire Group (United Kingdom)
- Ostberg Group AB (Sweden)
- Rosenberg Ventilatoren GmbH (Germany)
- Soler & Palau Sistemas De Ventilacion, S.L.U. (Spain)
- Swegon AB (Sweden)
- Systemair AB (Sweden)
- TROX GmbH (Germany)
- Volution Group plc (United Kingdom)
- Zehnder Group AG (Switzerland)
- Ziehl-Abegg SE (Germany)
5. KEY BUSINESS & PRODUCT TRENDS
6. EUROPEAN MARKET OVERVIEW
- European Ventilation Equipment Shipments Overview by Country
- Unit Shipments Analysis
- Shipments Value Analysis
- European Ventilation Equipment Shipments Overview by Product Segment
- Unit Shipments Analysis
- Shipments Value Analysis
- European Ventilation Equipment Product Segment Shipments Overview by Country
- Axial Fans
- Unit Shipments Analysis
- Shipments Value Analysis
- Centrifugal Fans
- Unit Shipments Analysis
- Shipments Value Analysis
- Roof/Attic Fans
- Unit Shipments Analysis
- Shipments Value Analysis
- Cross-flow Fans
- Unit Shipments Analysis
- Shipments Value Analysis
- Range Hoods
- Unit Shipments Analysis
- Shipments Value Analysis
- Domestic Exhaust Fans
- Unit Shipments Analysis
- Shipments Value Analysis
- Air Handling Units
- Unit Shipments Analysis
- Shipments Value Analysis
PART B: REGIONAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
- CZECH REPUBLIC
- Czech Republic Ventilation Equipment Shipments Overview by Product Segment
- Unit Shipments Analysis
- Shipments Value Analysis
- DENMARK
- Danish Ventilation Equipment Shipments Overview by Product Segment
- Unit Shipments Analysis
- Shipments Value Analysis
- FRANCE
- French Ventilation Equipment Shipments Overview by Product Segment
- Unit Shipments Analysis
- Shipments Value Analysis
- GERMANY
- German Ventilation Equipment Shipments Overview by Product Segment
- Unit Shipments Analysis
- Shipments Value Analysis
- ITALY
- Italian Ventilation Equipment Shipments Overview by Product Segment
- Unit Shipments Analysis
- Shipments Value Analysis
- THE NETHERLANDS
- Netherlands Ventilation Equipment Shipments Overview by Product Segment
- Unit Shipments Analysis
- Shipments Value Analysis
- POLAND
- Polish Ventilation Equipment Shipments Overview by Product Segment
- Unit Shipments Analysis
- Shipments Value Analysis
- PORTUGAL
- Portuguese Ventilation Equipment Shipments Overview by Product Segment
- Unit Shipments Analysis
- Shipments Value Analysis
- SPAIN
- Spanish Ventilation Equipment Shipments Overview by Product Segment
- Unit Shipments Analysis
- Shipments Value Analysis
- SWEDEN
- Swedish Ventilation Equipment Shipments Overview by Product Segment
- Unit Shipments Analysis
- Shipments Value Analysis
- THE UNITED KINGDOM
- United Kingdom Ventilation Equipment Shipments Overview by Product Segment
- Unit Shipments Analysis
- Shipments Value Analysis
- REST OF EUROPE
- Rest of Europe Ventilation Equipment Shipments Overview by Product Segment
- Unit Shipments Analysis
- Shipments Value Analysis
PART C: GUIDE TO THE INDUSTRY
PART D: ANNEXURE
1. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
2. FEEDBACK
Aldes Group
ebm-papst Mulfingen GmbH & Co. KG
Elica S.p.A.
Elta Group
Faber S.p.A
FLAKT Group
France Air Group
Groupe Atlantic
Helios Ventilatoren Gmbh + Co., Kg.
Howden, Chart Industries
ITHO Daalderop
LINDAB International AB
MAICO Elektroapparate-Fabrik GmbH
Munters AB
Nicotra Gebhardt S.p.A.
Ostberg Group AB
Rosenberg Ventilatoren GmbH
Soler & Palau Sistemas De Ventilacion, S.L.U.
Swegon AB
Systemair AB
TROX GmbH
Volution Group plc
Zehnder Group AG
Ziehl-Abegg SE
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