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

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The Europe expanded polystyrene (EPS) market is anticipated to grow from US$ 2.25 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach US$ 3.29 billion by 2031; it is anticipated to register a CAGR of 5.7% from 2025 to 2031.

The expanded polystyrene (EPS) market in Europe 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 Europe 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 Europe 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 Europe 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 Europe 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 Europe expanded polystyrene (EPS) market.

Product Code: TIPRE00039868

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. Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Landscape

4.1 Overview
4.2 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 4.2.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 4.2.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 4.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
- 4.2.4 Competitive Rivalry
- 4.2.5 Threat of Substitutes
4.3 Ecosystem Analysis
- 4.3.1 Raw Material Suppliers:
- 4.3.2 Manufacturers:
- 4.3.3 Distributors/Suppliers:
- 4.3.4 End Users:
- 4.3.5 List of Vendors in the Value Chain

5. Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Key Market Dynamics

5.1 Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) 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. Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Analysis

6.1 Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Volume (Kilo Tons), 2021-2031
6.2 Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Volume Forecast and Analysis (Kilo Tons)
6.3 Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Revenue (US$ Million), 2024-2031
6.4 Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Forecast and Analysis

7. Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Volume and Revenue Analysis - by Type

7.1 White
- 7.1.1 Overview
- 7.1.2 White: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Volume and Forecast to 2031 (Kilo Tons)
- 7.1.3 White: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
7.2 Grey
- 7.2.1 Overview
- 7.2.2 Grey: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Volume and Forecast to 2031 (Kilo Tons)
- 7.2.3 Grey: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)

8. Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Volume and Revenue Analysis - by Product Type

8.1 EPS Foam
- 8.1.1 Overview
- 8.1.2 EPS Foam: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Volume and Forecast to 2031 (Kilo Tons)
- 8.1.3 EPS Foam: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
8.2 EPS Insulation
- 8.2.1 Overview
- 8.2.2 EPS Insulation: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Volume and Forecast to 2031 (Kilo Tons)
- 8.2.3 EPS Insulation: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
8.3 EPS Molding
- 8.3.1 Overview
- 8.3.2 EPS Molding: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Volume and Forecast to 2031 (Kilo Tons)
- 8.3.3 EPS Molding: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
8.4 Others
- 8.4.1 Overview
- 8.4.2 Others: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Volume and Forecast to 2031 (Kilo Tons)
- 8.4.3 Others: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)

9. Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Volume and Revenue Analysis - by End Use

9.1 Building and Construction
- 9.1.1 Overview
- 9.1.2 Building and Construction: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Volume and Forecast to 2031 (Kilo Tons)
- 9.1.3 Building and Construction: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
9.2 Electrical and Electronics
- 9.2.1 Overview
- 9.2.2 Electrical and Electronics: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Volume and Forecast to 2031 (Kilo Tons)
- 9.2.3 Electrical and Electronics: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
9.3 Automotive
- 9.3.1 Overview
- 9.3.2 Automotive: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Volume and Forecast to 2031 (Kilo Tons)
- 9.3.3 Automotive: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
9.4 Medical
- 9.4.1 Overview
- 9.4.2 Medical: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Volume and Forecast to 2031 (Kilo Tons)
- 9.4.3 Medical: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
9.5 Packaging
- 9.5.1 Overview
- 9.5.2 Packaging: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Volume and Forecast to 2031 (Kilo Tons)
- 9.5.3 Packaging: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
9.6 Sports and Leisure
- 9.6.1 Overview
- 9.6.2 Sports and Leisure: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Volume and Forecast to 2031 (Kilo Tons)
- 9.6.3 Sports and Leisure: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
9.7 Others
- 9.7.1 Overview
- 9.7.2 Others: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Volume and Forecast to 2031 (Kilo Tons)
- 9.7.3 Others: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)

10. Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Country Analysis

10.1 Europe
- 10.1.1 Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Breakdown by Countries
- 10.1.2 Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Revenue and Forecast and Analysis - by Country
  - 10.1.2.1 Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Volume and Forecast and Analysis - by Country
  - 10.1.2.2 Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Revenue and Forecast and Analysis - by Country
  - 10.1.2.3 Germany: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
    - 10.1.2.3.1 Germany: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Breakdown by Type
    - 10.1.2.3.2 Germany: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Breakdown by Product Type
    - 10.1.2.3.3 Germany: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Breakdown by End Use
  - 10.1.2.4 France: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
    - 10.1.2.4.1 France: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Breakdown by Type
    - 10.1.2.4.2 France: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Breakdown by Product Type
    - 10.1.2.4.3 France: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Breakdown by End Use
  - 10.1.2.5 Italy: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
    - 10.1.2.5.1 Italy: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Breakdown by Type
    - 10.1.2.5.2 Italy: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Breakdown by Product Type
    - 10.1.2.5.3 Italy: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Breakdown by End Use
  - 10.1.2.6 United Kingdom: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
    - 10.1.2.6.1 United Kingdom: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Breakdown by Type
    - 10.1.2.6.2 United Kingdom: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Breakdown by Product Type
    - 10.1.2.6.3 United Kingdom: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Breakdown by End Use
  - 10.1.2.7 Russia: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
    - 10.1.2.7.1 Russia: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Breakdown by Type
    - 10.1.2.7.2 Russia: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Breakdown by Product Type
    - 10.1.2.7.3 Russia: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Breakdown by End Use
  - 10.1.2.8 Belgium: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
    - 10.1.2.8.1 Belgium: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Breakdown by Type
    - 10.1.2.8.2 Belgium: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Breakdown by Product Type
    - 10.1.2.8.3 Belgium: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Breakdown by End Use
  - 10.1.2.9 Netherlands: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
    - 10.1.2.9.1 Netherlands: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Breakdown by Type
    - 10.1.2.9.2 Netherlands: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Breakdown by Product Type
    - 10.1.2.9.3 Netherlands: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Breakdown by End Use
  - 10.1.2.10 Rest of Europe: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2031 (US$ Million)
    - 10.1.2.10.1 Rest of Europe: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Breakdown by Type
    - 10.1.2.10.2 Rest of Europe: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Breakdown by Product Type
    - 10.1.2.10.3 Rest of Europe: Europe Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Market Breakdown by End Use

11. Competitive Landscape

11.1 Heat Map Analysis
11.2 Company Positioning & Concentration

12. Industry Landscape

12.1 Overview
12.2 Collaboration
12.3 Expansions
12.4 New Launch

13. Company Profiles

13.1 Knauf Digital GmbH
- 13.1.1 Key Facts
- 13.1.2 Business Description
- 13.1.3 Products and Services
- 13.1.4 Financial Overview
- 13.1.5 SWOT Analysis
- 13.1.6 Key Developments
13.2 Bewi ASA
- 13.2.1 Key Facts
- 13.2.2 Business Description
- 13.2.3 Products and Services
- 13.2.4 Financial Overview
- 13.2.5 SWOT Analysis
- 13.2.6 Key Developments
13.3 BASF SE
- 13.3.1 Key Facts
- 13.3.2 Business Description
- 13.3.3 Products and Services
- 13.3.4 Financial Overview
- 13.3.5 SWOT Analysis
- 13.3.6 Key Developments
13.4 Saudi Basic Industries Corp
- 13.4.1 Key Facts
- 13.4.2 Business Description
- 13.4.3 Products and Services
- 13.4.4 Financial Overview
- 13.4.5 SWOT Analysis
- 13.4.6 Key Developments
13.5 TotalEnergies SE
- 13.5.1 Key Facts
- 13.5.2 Business Description
- 13.5.3 Products and Services
- 13.5.4 Financial Overview
- 13.5.5 SWOT Analysis
- 13.5.6 Key Developments
13.6 ISOSTAR BV
- 13.6.1 Key Facts
- 13.6.2 Business Description
- 13.6.3 Products and Services
- 13.6.4 Financial Overview
- 13.6.5 SWOT Analysis
- 13.6.6 Key Developments
13.7 Krautz TEMAX
- 13.7.1 Key Facts
- 13.7.2 Business Description
- 13.7.3 Products and Services
- 13.7.4 Financial Overview
- 13.7.5 SWOT Analysis
- 13.7.6 Key Developments
13.8 HSV Group
- 13.8.1 Key Facts
- 13.8.2 Business Description
- 13.8.3 Products and Services
- 13.8.4 Financial Overview
- 13.8.5 SWOT Analysis
- 13.8.6 Key Developments
13.9 UNIPOL
- 13.9.1 Key Facts
- 13.9.2 Business Description
- 13.9.3 Products and Services
- 13.9.4 Financial Overview
- 13.9.5 SWOT Analysis
- 13.9.6 Key Developments
13.10 SUNPOR Kunststoff GmbH
- 13.10.1 Key Facts
- 13.10.2 Business Description
- 13.10.3 Products and Services
- 13.10.4 Financial Overview
- 13.10.5 SWOT Analysis
- 13.10.6 Key Developments

14. Appendix

14.1 About The Insight Partners