Germany, Belgium and Netherlands Expanded Polystyrene Market Size and Forecast 2021 - 2031, Country Share, Trend, and Growth Opportunity Analysis Report Coverage: By Type, Product Type, and End Use

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The Germany, Belgium and Netherlands expanded polystyrene (EPS) market is anticipated to grow from US$ 776.49 million in 2024 to US$ 1,180.29 million by 2031; it is expected to register a CAGR of 6.2% from 2024 to 2031.

The expanded polystyrene (EPS) market in Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands is experiencing steady growth, driven by growing e-commerce, food packaging, and protective packaging sectors. The rapid rise of online shopping, fueled by platforms such as Amazon, Zalando, and Bol.com, has significantly increased the demand for protective EPS packaging to ensure the safe transport of fragile goods, electronics, and appliances. As major logistics and trade hubs, Belgium and the Netherlands, particularly through the Port of Rotterdam, Port of Antwerp, and Brussels Airport Cargo, contribute significantly to EPS consumption, given its lightweight nature, impact resistance, and cost-effectiveness. Additionally, the growing trend of quick-commerce grocery platforms (e.g., Gorillas, Flink, and Getir) in Germany fuels the demand for EPS-insulated packaging for temperature-sensitive food and beverage products.

Europe is experiencing a rise in residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructural construction. According to the European Commission, the construction industry contributes ~9% to the gross domestic product (GDP). The industry supports economic growth by assisting the supply chain, which creates several business opportunities and services, thereby increasing employment rates. Moreover, the focus on renovating and remodeling old buildings in the region, along with significant investment to improve public infrastructure, is growing significantly. Rising populations have led to a rapid expansion of cities, requiring more and better infrastructure of roads, housing, and office spaces. Germany is the largest construction market in Europe, where the construction sector in the country is growing significantly. The requirement for residential buildings in the country is increasing due to rising population and a favorable economic environment. There is also an increasing interest in micro-apartments and prefabricated buildings. The Netherlands is another major construction market in Europe where commercial construction activities are rising notably.

Government and private sector investments in EPS collection and recycling programs in Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands are expected to act as future trends for the recycled EPS market. With increasing regulatory pressures on plastic waste, these countries focus on circular economy initiatives that promote the recovery, reuse, and recycling of EPS materials. Programs such as chemical recycling and closed-loop EPS processing are gaining traction, allowing manufacturers to produce high-quality recycled EPS (rEPS) for construction, packaging, and insulation applications.

Companies that offer eco-friendly, low-carbon EPS solutions can capitalize on growing sustainability trends across industries. Many businesses actively seek environmentally responsible alternatives that maintain EPS's lightweight, insulating, and protective properties while reducing its environmental footprint. Innovations in bio-based EPS, carbon-neutral manufacturing processes, and enhanced recyclability present a strong market potential, especially in construction, logistics, and temperature-sensitive packaging.

A few key players operating in the Germany, Belgium and Netherlands expanded polystyrene (EPS) market are Knauf Digital GmbH, Bewi ASA, BASF SE, Saudi Basic Industries Corp, TotalEnergies SE, ISOSTAR BV, Krautz TEMAX, HSV Group, UNIPOL, and SUNPOR Kunststoff GmbH. Players operating in the market are highly focused on developing high-quality and innovative product offerings to fulfill customers' requirements.

The overall Germany, Belgium and Netherlands expanded polystyrene (EPS) market size has been derived using both primary and secondary sources. Exhaustive secondary research has been conducted using internal and external sources to obtain qualitative and quantitative information related to the Germany, Belgium and Netherlands expanded polystyrene (EPS) market. Also, multiple primary interviews have been conducted with industry participants to validate the data and gain more analytical insights into the topic. The participants of this process include industry experts, such as VPs, business development managers, market intelligence managers, and national sales managers-along with external consultants, such as valuation experts, research analysts, and key opinion leaders-specializing in the Germany, Belgium and Netherlands expanded polystyrene (EPS) market.

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1. Introduction

1.1 The Insight Partners Research Report Guidance
1.2 Market Segmentation

2. Executive Summary

2.1 Key Insights
2.2 Market Attractiveness

3. Research Methodology

3.1 Secondary Research
3.2 Primary Research
- 3.2.1 Hypothesis formulation:
- 3.2.2 Macro-economic factor analysis:
- 3.2.3 Developing base number:
- 3.2.4 Data Triangulation:
- 3.2.5 Country level data:

4. Germany, Belgium and Netherlands Expanded Polystyrene Market Landscape

4.1 Overview
4.2 Ecosystem Analysis
- 4.2.1 Raw Material Suppliers:
- 4.2.2 Manufacturers:
- 4.2.3 Distributors/Suppliers:
- 4.2.4 End Users:
- 4.2.5 List of Vendors in the Value Chain
4.3 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 4.3.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 4.3.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 4.3.3 Threat of New Entrants
- 4.3.4 Competitive Rivalry
- 4.3.5 Threat of Substitutes
4.4 Average Selling Price of Expanded Polystyrene, by Type, 2024 (US$/Ton)
4.5 Expanded Polystyrene Import Export Data, by Key Countries, 2023 (HS Code: 390311)

5. Germany, Belgium and Netherlands Expanded Polystyrene Market - Key Market Dynamics

5.1 Germany, Belgium and Netherlands Expanded Polystyrene Market - Key Market Dynamics
5.2 Market Drivers
- 5.2.1 Growing Construction Industry
- 5.2.2 Expanding Packaging Industry
5.3 Market Restraints
- 5.3.1 Stringent Environmental Regulations
5.4 Market Opportunities
- 5.4.1 Increasing Demand in Cold Chain Logistics and Pharmaceutical Packaging
5.5 Future Trends
- 5.5.1 Advancements in EPS Recycling and Circular Economy Initiatives
5.6 Impact of Drivers and Restraints:

6. Expanded Polystyrene Market - Germany Market Analysis

6.1 Overview
- 6.1.1 Germany Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
  - 6.1.1.1 Germany: Expanded Polystyrene Market Breakdown by Type
  - 6.1.1.2 Germany: Expanded Polystyrene Market Breakdown by Product Type
  - 6.1.1.3 Germany: Expanded Polystyrene Market Breakdown by End Use

7. Expanded Polystyrene Market - Belgium Market Analysis

7.1 Overview
- 7.1.1 Belgium: Expanded Polystyrene Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
  - 7.1.1.1 Belgium: Expanded Polystyrene Market Breakdown by Type
  - 7.1.1.2 Belgium: Expanded Polystyrene Market Breakdown by Product Type
  - 7.1.1.3 Belgium: Expanded Polystyrene Market Breakdown by End Use

8. Expanded Polystyrene Market - Netherlands Market Analysis

8.1 Overview
- 8.1.1 Netherlands: Expanded Polystyrene Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
  - 8.1.1.1 Netherlands: Expanded Polystyrene Market Breakdown by Type
  - 8.1.1.2 Netherlands: Expanded Polystyrene Market Breakdown by Product Type
  - 8.1.1.3 Netherlands: Expanded Polystyrene Market Breakdown by End Use

9. Competitive Landscape

9.1 Heat Map Analysis by Key Players
9.2 Company Positioning & Concentration

10. Industry Landscape

10.1 Overview
10.2 Collaboration
10.3 Expansions
10.4 New Launch

11. Company Profiles

11.1 Knauf Digital GmbH
- 11.1.1 Key Facts
- 11.1.2 Business Description
- 11.1.3 Products and Services
- 11.1.4 Financial Overview
- 11.1.5 SWOT Analysis
- 11.1.6 Key Developments
11.2 Bewi ASA
- 11.2.1 Key Facts
- 11.2.2 Business Description
- 11.2.3 Products and Services
- 11.2.4 Financial Overview
- 11.2.5 SWOT Analysis
- 11.2.6 Key Developments
11.3 BASF SE
- 11.3.1 Key Facts
- 11.3.2 Business Description
- 11.3.3 Products and Services
- 11.3.4 Financial Overview
- 11.3.5 SWOT Analysis
- 11.3.6 Key Developments
11.4 Saudi Basic Industries Corp
- 11.4.1 Key Facts
- 11.4.2 Business Description
- 11.4.3 Products and Services
- 11.4.4 Financial Overview
- 11.4.5 SWOT Analysis
- 11.4.6 Key Developments
11.5 TotalEnergies SE
- 11.5.1 Key Facts
- 11.5.2 Business Description
- 11.5.3 Products and Services
- 11.5.4 Financial Overview
- 11.5.5 SWOT Analysis
- 11.5.6 Key Developments
11.6 ISOSTAR BV
- 11.6.1 Key Facts
- 11.6.2 Business Description
- 11.6.3 Products and Services
- 11.6.4 Financial Overview
- 11.6.5 SWOT Analysis
- 11.6.6 Key Developments
11.7 Krautz TEMAX
- 11.7.1 Key Facts
- 11.7.2 Business Description
- 11.7.3 Products and Services
- 11.7.4 Financial Overview
- 11.7.5 SWOT Analysis
- 11.7.6 Key Developments
11.8 HSV Group
- 11.8.1 Key Facts
- 11.8.2 Business Description
- 11.8.3 Products and Services
- 11.8.4 Financial Overview
- 11.8.5 SWOT Analysis
- 11.8.6 Key Developments
11.9 UNIPOL
- 11.9.1 Key Facts
- 11.9.2 Business Description
- 11.9.3 Products and Services
- 11.9.4 Financial Overview
- 11.9.5 SWOT Analysis
- 11.9.6 Key Developments
11.10 SUNPOR Kunststoff GmbH
- 11.10.1 Key Facts
- 11.10.2 Business Description
- 11.10.3 Products and Services
- 11.10.4 Financial Overview
- 11.10.5 SWOT Analysis
- 11.10.6 Key Developments

12. Appendix

12.1 About The Insight Partners