Europe Industrial Workwear Market

Europe Industrial Workwear Market Forecast to 2027 - COVID-19 Impact and Regional Analysis By Product Type (Top Wear, Bottom Wear and Coveralls), End-use Industry (Oil and Gas, Construction, Manufacturing, Automotive, Chemical and Others), Fit Type (Men, Women, Unisex) and Distribution Channel (Online and Offline)

  • Report Code : TIPRE00015384
  • Category : Chemicals and Materials
  • Status : Published
  • No. of Pages : 116
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The Europe industrial workwear market was valued at US$ 3,588.69 million in 2019 and is projected to reach US$ 7,254.17 million by 2027; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9.4% from 2020 to 2027.

Industrial workwear is defined as a type of protective clothing which helps to protect the wearer’s body from several fatalities and industrial hazards caused from chemicals, fires, oil and others. These forms of clothing’s also include special protective and functional clothing, which safeguards wearer from pollution and infection at the workplace. Such type of clothing and apparels are generally composed of Nomex and Proban fabrics which are known for its heat and abrasion resistance. With the growing focus towards employee safety at workplace along with Introduction of innovative technologies in industrial workwear including ultra-lightweight and durable fabrics, and ventilated designs for air ventilation inside the wearer’s body are some of the trend which are expected to proliferate the growth of industrial workwear market in Europe.

The European industrial workwear market is expected to grow at the CAGR of 9.4% during the forecast period. Several domestic and international companies have a strong foothold in the Europe. The rest of Europe is a major shareholder in industrial workwear market, followed by Germany and France. The region largely supports the growth of the industrial workwear market through effective manufacture and trade policies. Italy is expected to offer lucrative opportunities for the growth of industrial workwear market. The growth in this region is mainly driven by the introduction of regulations that mandate the usage of safety shoes in the work environment along with occupational safety standards. Growing adaptation of health and safety practices, in order to reduce workplace fatalities and introduction of various initiatives and programs related to worker’s safety by the Government are expected to surge the product demand for protective and functional workwear over the forecast period.

The COVID-19 first began in Wuhan (China) in December 2019, and since then, it has spread across the globeat a fast pace.China, Italy, Iran, Spain, the Republic of Korea, France, Germany, and the US are among the worst affected countries in terms confirmed cases and reported deaths as of September 2020. The COVID-19has affectedeconomies and industries in various countries due to lockdowns, travel bans, and business shutdowns. The chemical and materials industry is one of the major industries in Europe, suffering serious disruptions such as supply chain breaks, technology events cancellations, and office shutdowns as a result of this outbreak.For instance, China is the global hub of manufacturing and the largest raw material supplier for various European industries. The overall market break down due to COVID-19 is also affecting the market growth of industrial workwear due to shutting down of factories, obstacle in supply chain, and downturn in world economy.

Europe Industrial Workwear Market

Market Insights

Introduction of Stringent Regulatory Framework regarding Workplace Safety

Lack of knowledge regarding workplace safety and probable health hazards at workplaces among workers is a major concern worldwide. To raise awareness regarding the same, many government and nongovernment organizations are introducing various programs and campaigns related to health and safety of workers. For instance, according to Centre for the Promotion of Imports, there are several legal requirements pertaining to exporting of workwear to Europe, which are associated with product safety, the use of chemicals (REACH), product quality and labeling. In accordance of selling any workwear item across EU, the manufacturers is bound to comply with the EU’s General Product Safety Directive (GPSD: 2001/95/EC). The European Union member countries are liable check if the product meets the requisite safety requirements. For instance, as per Health & Safety Authority, under European Union (Personal Protective Equipment) Regulations 2019, the PPE could not be supplied to designated market or could be brought into service unless it conforms to the basic health and safety requirements and bears the CE mark. These organizations guide construction, oil & gas, and manufacturing industries, among others, and mandate the use of protective workwear in the work environment, along with imposing other occupational safety standards. Thus, introduction of stringent regulatory framework for industrial sector supports the growth of the market for protective equipment such as workwear.

Fit Type Insights

The industrial workwear market, based on fit type,is segmented into men, women, and unisex. In the year of 2019, the men segment has led the Europe industrial workwear market. Most of the global market players are offering a wide assortment of heavy and light workwear designed for men within the building & construction industry, manufacturing, automotive, chemical, mining, electrical, agriculture, food protection, military and law enforcement protection, and service. Industrial workwear for men includes caps/hats/beanies, coats, coveralls, jackets, polo shirts, shirts, shorts, socks, softshell jackets, sweatshirts, trousers, trousers ¾, t-shirts/tops, waistcoats, and many others. These products come in different colors and sizes. High visibility trousers, shorts, suits, vests, and some other products are also available with proper fitting for men.

Global Industrial Workwear Market, by Type– 2019and 2027

Product TypeInsights

The industrial workwear market, based on product type,is segmented intotop wear, bottom wear, and coveralls.In the year of 2019, the top wear segment has led the Europe industrial workwear market. Workwear is basically clothing worn for industry work, especially work that involves manual labor. Often those employed within trade industries elect to be outfitted in workwear because it is built to provide durability and safety. The workwear clothing industry is growing steadily, and consumers have numerous retailers to choose from. Among all workwear, top wear is highly popular and ideally suited for doing any construction work or any other industrial work. Protective top-wear have distinctive features of high durability, high tensile strength, good tear strength, colorfastness, pilling resistance, skin-friendly, shrinkage control, soft feel, comfort wear, and perfect fit. This workwear passes through various strength quality checks at the time of their manufacturing process, before they are set of final delivery. All products, such as shirt, vest, jackets, bibs, caps, rainwear, others fall under the top wear category. With the growth of various end-use industries, including construction, automotive, oil & gas, healthcare, manufacturing, and many others, there is an increase in demand for more protective workwear like top-wear. This is further influencing the market growth for industrial workwear through the top-wear segment.

End-use Industry Insights

The industrial workwear market, based on end-use industry, is segmented into oil and gas, construction, manufacturing, automotive, chemical, and others. In the year of 2019, the others segment has led the Europe industrial workwear market. The others segment of end-use industry includes mining, transportation, electrical, agriculture, food protection, military & law enforcement protection, painting protection, pharmaceutical & laboratory protection, sanitation under protection, nuclear protection, medical & healthcare, seafood processing, and others. The food industry is one of the major customers of protective workwear. Safety shoes & boots, protective coveralls, masks, gloves, and other protective wear are used in processed food, dairy, bakery, and confectionery industries. Protective workwear provides comfort and protection to the workers in the food processing industry. Safety workwear is a mandatory requirement in the mining industries.Employees in the pharmaceutical industry may be hurt due to risk in the working environment. Risks in the environment result in skin disorders, diseases, amputations, wounds, cuts, fractures, and dislocations. There is heavy equipment used to manufacture drugs that are usually taken for granted, and they may increase the possibility of an injury. Therefore, protective workwear is among the major safety equipment used in the pharmaceutical industry. Industrial protective workwear is used in the transportation industry to protect the workers and employees from injuries caused due to falling objects and other accidents such as slip, trip and fall, and fatigue.

Distribution Channel Insights

The industrial workwear market, based on distribution channel, is segmented into online and offline. In the year of 2019, the offline segment has led the Europe industrial workwear market. Mass merchandisers provide different categories of products for customers. Mass merchandisers are considered as a major distribution channel for the sales of industrial workwear. The wide array of these products is placed at an eye-catching assortment on shelves of mass merchandisers and retailers to attract customers. These stores offer products of different brands in one place with affordable prices compared to other distribution channels. Also, the products of different brands are placed nearby to allow buyers to select suitable products in less time. Apart from this, factors such as hassle-free transactions, bulk purchasing, better services, and pleasant customer experience encourage buyers to shop from hypermarkets and supermarkets. Industrial workwear manufacturers sell their products directly to the dealer or distributor, which are further supplied to the mass merchandisers and retailers—the distributors at mass merchandisers the assortment of particular products as per consumer requirement. The stores also provide a convenient and cost-effective way for the new market players to promote their products through these channels. Further, the bulk delivery of products to these places minimizes the cost of operation for manufacturers, which results in gaining a high-profit margin.

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Europe Industrial Workwear Market: Strategic Insights

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Market Size Value inUS$ 3,588.69 Million in 2019
Market Size Value byUS$ 7,254.17 Million by 2027
Growth rateCAGR of 9.4% from 2020-2027
Forecast Period2020-2027
Base Year2020
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Mergers and acquisitions, and research and development are commonly adopted strategies by companies to expand their footprint worldwide. DuPont de Nemours, Inc., Fristads Kansas Group, Ansell, Honeywell International Inc., and others areamong the European industrial workwear market players implementing these strategies to enlarge the customer base and gain significant market share worldwide, which, in turn,permit the players to maintain their brand name inEurope. For instance, in 2020, Honeywell announced that it will build a new production line capable of producing up to 4.5 million FFP2 and FFP3 disposable face masks per month at its Newhouse site in Scotland, United Kingdom. These masks will assist the U.K. government’s response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.

Europe Industrial Workwear Market Segmentation

By Product Type

  • Top Wear
    • Shirt
    • Vest
      • High-Visibility Vest
    • Jackets
    • Bibs
    • Caps
    • Rainwear
    • Others
  • Bottom Wear
    • Trousers
    • Short
    • Rainwear
    • Others
  • Coveralls

By End-use Industry

  • Oil and Gas
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Automotive
  • Chemical

By Fit Type      

  • Men
  • Women
  • Unisex

By Distribution Channel

  • Online
  • Offline

Company Profiles

  • 3M Company
  • Ansell Ltd
  • Aramark
  • DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
  • Fristads Kansas Group
  • Honeywell International Inc.
  • Hultafors Group
  • Lakeland Industries, Inc.
  • Lindström Group
  • VF Corporation
Report Coverage
Report Coverage

Revenue forecast, Company Analysis, Industry landscape, Growth factors, and Trends

Segment Covered
Segment Covered

Product Type, End-use Industry, Fit Type and Distribution Channel

Regional Scope
Regional Scope

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, South & Central America

Country Scope
Country Scope

UK, Germany, France, Italy, Russia

The List of Companies - Europe Industrial Workwear Market

  1. 3M Company
  2. Ansell Ltd
  3. Aramark
  4. DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
  5. Fristads Kansas Group
  6. Honeywell International Inc.
  7. Hultafors Group
  8. Lakeland Industries, Inc.
  9. Lindström Group
  10. VF Corporation

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