Europe Industrial Valve Market Size - By Type, By Material, By Size, By Component, By Application, By End Use Industry, By Distribution Channel, Growth Forecast, 2025 - 2034

Europe Industrial Valve Market Size

The Europe industrial valve market was estimated at USD 8.2 billion in 2024. The market is expected to grow from USD 8.7 billion in 2025 to USD 16 billion in 2034, at a CAGR of 7% according to latest report published by Global Market Insights Inc.

The European industrial valve market is growing steadily due to modernization and sustainability initiatives across multiple verticals. One of the major changes is the energy transition; firms in the oil and gas industry are upgrading their infrastructure, and renewable energy projects ask for fresh flow control. Concurrently, given the government's focus on environmental limitations, the growing amount of time allocated towards managing water and wastewater is also engaging a revived demand for valves to withstand rigor and be exact in multiple environments.
 

Manufacturers are now producing smart valves with sensors and automation, allowing for predictive maintenance and limited downtime. Although the chemical and power sectors still consume valves the most, fast growth segments are food & beverage and pharmaceuticals with an increased focus on regulations around safety and hygiene. Europe has an industrial base in Germany, Italy, and France based on tradition for engineered products that are quality. Eastern Europe is rapidly growing also, but that is largely because of the growth of the industrial base.
 

Supply chain disruptions recently have shown the necessity of local manufacturing and flexible sourcing and put resilience in the supply chain high on the priority of firms. Competition is fierce within the market with major global manufacturers as well as regional specialists competing for contracts on major projects. In some degree, the market is still based on tradition and reliability; however, the future of the market has been steered by digitalization and environmental considerations.
 

Europe Industrial Valve Market Trends

The industrial valve market in Europe is evolving rapidly due to smarter technologies and shifting operational requirements. Customers and suppliers are also moving away from less efficient valves, striving for valves that improve efficiency, simple control, and flexibility with new generation systems. Electric and automatic devices are becoming more prevalent in industry as companies look for improved solutions to reduce energy consumption and increase accuracy, all the while new digital features are becoming the norm and supporting the automation of more appliances such as remote monitoring or predictive maintenance to optimize reliability and avoid awkward downtime. The industry is adapting to an evolving preference for lower emissions, more reliable, intelligent equipment for fast-paced industrial applications.
 

• Europe's infrastructure boom: Substantial investment in core infrastructure sectors, such as power generation and water management continues driving the demand for long-lasting, operationally efficient valve solutions for new installations and upgrades across Europe.
   
• Safety and reliability become priority: Industries continue to migrate to valves with increased durability, leak-proof designs, and advanced safety features. This will help increase operational safety, and to help avoid failures or system compromise.
   
• Smart valves are on the rise: There is an increasing demand for smart valves that incorporate sensors, the internet of things (IoT), and artificial intelligence (AI). These products enable predictive maintenance and telemetry which improves operational efficiency, reduces downtime, and helps schedule maintenance of industrial products.
   
• Green valves are in demand: There is more focus on designing valves that save energy and reduce effects on the environment. Manufacturers are designing more energy-efficient products to save on operating costs and meet the demands of Europe’s strict environmental agendas and reductions in carbon footprints.
   
• Regulatory compliance is driving the product valve higher: European environmental regulations are driving the products towards an increasingly advanced valve technology.
   

Europe Industrial Valve Market Analysis

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Based on type, the Europe industrial valve market is divided into ball valves, check valves, butterfly valves, gate valves, globe valves, plug valves, diaphragm valves, and others. In 2024, check valves held the major market share, generating a revenue of USD 1.6 billion.
 

• Check valves are a key focus of the market due to their critical function of preventing backflow and maintaining equipment safety across sectors. Their appeal is further aided through a robust backlog of modernization efforts in areas with aging infrastructure where various functionality improvements in these types of valves are proliferating.
   
• Ball valves are commonly favored for their reliability to shut off and operation efficiency. Their reliable action for an efficient stop-start process and low maintainability is suitable for application within natural gas distribution, chemical processing, and systems automation periods. Manufacturers are searching for methods to provide innovations that highlight improvements in sealing capability while enhancing durability.
   
• Safety valves are becoming increasing popular as the importance of industrial safety along with regulation compliance is being more emphasized. These valves are extremely important features of the system to relieve pressure and diminish hazard and are supported through improved technologies for reliability and diagnostics.
   
• In addition, the remaining valve types discussed such as gate, globe, and butterfly valves are suited for certain applications. Gate valves are mainly distinguished in water and wastewater systems, globe valves are required for higher temperatures operation, and butterfly valves tend to be selected over other types for large diameters since they provide a lower cost and more compact solution.

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Based on components, the Europe industrial valve market is segmented into actuators, valve body and others. The actuators segment held around 47% of the market share in 2024.
 

• Actuators are an important part of the automation of valve applications because of Industry 4.0, high labor costs, and increased safety by designing operators to be away from the process. The continual advance and innovation of technology and more focus on operational effectiveness in facilities is also driving the demand for actuators.
   
• Pneumatic actuators still dominate the industry because of their reliability, low-cost, and their applicability in hazardous environments like chemical and petrochemical facilities. Electric actuators are increasing in their market share as they are designed to provide precise control and have digital options. The growth of the medium is also being driven by smart actuators that have integrated diagnostics, and enhanced communication capability.
   
• Measuring devices, also referred to as positioners or converters, that are grouped under the "others" segment is critical to the precise positioning of the valve while allowing communication between the valve system and the control system. As digital controls have taken the forefront in the industry, there has been a greater utilization of digital positioners with advanced communications protocols that allow greater operational performance and integration within the system.
   
• Valve bodies, made up of the outer housing and internal working parts are also showing steady growth not only to replace aging infrastructure but to use materials that have proven effective in adverse conditions. Improvements in design such as improved flow characteristics and longevity improvements are also driving evolution in the market segment.
   

Based on the distribution channel, the market is segmented into OEM channel, wholesale channel, installer channel. OEM channel dominates the market with highest share.
 

• The OEM channel is the most prominent channel for the Europe industrial valve market, as the valves are predominantly built directly into the equipment when it is manufactured. It is typically original equipment manufacturers that procure valves from suppliers they trust, to ensure that the valves will be compatible, reliable, and meet the industry standards. This provides added safety to the operational risks of ensuring that the valves will perform reliably, which is especially consequential in the oil & gas, power generation, and water industries. Establishing partnerships further facilitates custom solutions for valves directly in the machinery, making them a preferred choice for larger projects and more expensive equipment.
   
• The fact of the matter is that OEMs dominate all channels because of an overwhelming focus on their reputation and long-term service agreements. End users typically rely on the OEM to repair their equipment and source replacement parts, creating sustained demand in the aftermarket business that continues to keep the OEM competitive.
   
• In very structured companies the procurement team would much prefer this model as the OEM has developed distribution network and significant technical resources for the clients' needs, making their selections easier and ensuring promptness of delivery. As industries become more automated and implement multiple smart systems, the OEMs have a big advantage as they are beginning to develop valve technology that stands up to increased standards, which supports their position as a primary channel in the overall Europe industrial valve market.

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Germany industrial valve market leads the 23.7% share in 2024 and is expected to grow at 7.1% during the forecast period.
 

• Germany keeps its top position in the industrial valve markets due to its manufacturing base, early adopter of environmental compliance, and improvements in industrial automation. The push within the industry for digitalization and for infrastructure modernization is also helping enhance the growth of the industrial valve market.
   
• Italy's market benefits from being an established player in the areas of chemical processing, utility power generation and water management. Continued efforts to improve industrial efficiency, along with the need to comply with government directives for environmental standards, push continuous demand for enhanced valve technology, which is also supported by local manufacturers.
   
• France is aided by a national agenda to promote low-carbon factories and industrial automation. Existing infrastructure for nuclear power and chemical processing also creates demand for specialty valve systems that meet high levels of safety and performance.
   
• The UK’s market is underpinned by an oil and gas sector, water utilities, and pharmaceutical market. Efforts to build advanced sealing technology and regulatory compliant solutions continue to support growth despite challenges from outside of the industry.
   
• The Netherlands can leverage its geographical position as a logistics hub, as well as its infrastructure in petrochemical and ports. These elements, along with the drive towards sustainable technology and making strides in a circular economy, provide additional growth opportunities in this region.
   

Europe Industrial Valve Market Share

Emerson Electric Co.is leading with 8% market share. Emerson Electric Co., Flowserve Corporation, IMI plc, Danfoss A/S, Pentair plc collectively holds around 30%, indicating moderately fragmented market concentration. These prominent players are proactively involved in strategic endeavors, such as mergers & acquisitions, facility expansions & collaborations, to expand their product portfolios, extend their reach to a broad customer base, and strengthen their market position.
 

• Emerson is a leader in industrial automation, with a range of products such as industrial valves, actuators and regulators. Emerson is particularly strong with a focus on control, isolation and relief valves for critical applications. Emerson has a combination of breadth of products, advanced automation capabilities, a strong presence in the process industries in Europe, and a leading market share, particularly bolstered by its acquisition of Pentair's valves business.
   
• Flowserve is a global leader in fluid motion and control, and offers an expansive range of pumps, seals, and industrial valves to a variety of industries. Flowserve is well known for its precision valves that deliver fluid flow control in some of the most critical environments of operation including oil & gas or chemical processing. Flowserve holds a strong position in the European market and provides important flow control products and aftermarket services to critical industry sectors.
   
• IMI plc is a global engineering company that specializes in fluid and motion control. IMI designs, builds and services a variety of solutions, with a strong focus on industrial valves. IMI has a unique question within severe service industrial valves dealing with high-pressure, high-temperature, and corrosive environments. IMI's focus on quality for its customers and commitment to a strong R&D pipeline within emissions reduction has helped them establish a reputation as a leading company in the European market.
   

Europe Industrial Valve Market Companies

Major players operating in the Europe industrial valve industry are:
 

• ARI-Armaturen GmbH & Co. KG
• Belimo Holding AG
• Danfoss A/S
• Emerson Electric Co.
• ESBE AB
• Flowserve Corporation
• Giacomini S.p.A.
• Hermann Schmidt GmbH & Co. KG (HSE)
• Honeywell International
• IMI plc
• Johnson Controls
• Kermi GmbH
• KITZ Corporation
• NieRuf GmbH
• Oventrop GmbH & Co. KG
• Puteus GmbH
• Schneider Electric
• Strasshofer GmbH
• Watts Water Technologies
• WESA-Armaturen GmbH
   

Danfoss is a leader in global technologies that focuses on efficiency in refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, and industrial drives. While Danfoss provides a variety of global products, its industrial valves form a key part of its overall flow control solution, particularly regarding the climate and energy portfolios. Danfoss has a considerable share of the market for industrial valves in Europe, and benefits from its history of innovation and dedication to sustainability and energy.
 

Pentair is a leader in providing intelligent and sustainable solutions for water and fluid management, including a range of industrial valves. Pentair's valves are known for their reliability and performance, two of the fledgling hallmarks of industry-wide sustainability and efficiency. Pentair is a well-known supplier in the European market with a very large range of valve solutions for various applications in industry.
 

Europe Industrial Valve Market News

• In June 2024, SAMSON introduced the new modular Type 251GR valve at the ACHEMA 2024 trade exhibition in Germany. The new modular platform allows SAMSON to strategically offer increased flexibility and range of options to support customization for process control applications in a variety of industrial application sectors.
   
• In May 2024, Bosch Rexroth and PetrolValves signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore the electrification of subsea safety isolation valves. This strategic partnership will jointly advance all electric valve solutions in their respective markets and to reduce energy consumption while jointly pursuing the growing need for subsea automation.
   
• In May 2024, GEMÜ announced an expansion will begin at its Emmen plant located in Switzerland, which will grow from its current 250 employee count to 350 employees. This strategic expansion provides capacity to address constraints from recent growth for GEMÜ.
   

The Europe industrial valve market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecasts in terms of revenue (USD Billion) and volume (Thousand Units) from 2021 to 2034, for the following segments:

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Market, By Type

• Ball valves
• Check valves
• Butterfly valves
• Gate valves
• Globe valves
• Plug valves
• Diaphragm valves
• Others

Market, By Material

• Steel
• Plastic
• Cast iron
• Alloy based
• Others

Market, By Component

• Actuators
• Valve body
• Others (positioners and i/p converters)

Market, By Size

• Up to 2"
• 2" to 4"
• 4" to 6"
• 6" to 8"

Market, By Application

• Building & HVAC applications
  • Heating systems & radiator circuits
  • Cooling systems & chilled water applications
  • Drinking water distribution systems
  • Smart building automation integration
  • District heating interface units (HIUS)
  • Heat pump integration systems
• Water & wastewater applications
  • Municipal water treatment systems
  • Drinking water storage facilities
  • Wastewater treatment plants
  • Water distribution networks
  • Private sector water systems
  • Smart metering & automation integration
• Plant engineering & industrial applications
  • Hydrogen production & electrolysis systems
  • Biogas production & processing
  • Food & beverage processing
  • Pharmaceutical manufacturing
  • Oil & gas processing
  • Wind power secondary circuits
  • Chemical processing applications

Market, By End Use Industry

• Chemical
• Automotive
• Energy & utilities
• Construction
• Metal & mining
• Agriculture
• Pharmaceutical
• Food & beverage
• Semiconductor
• Others

Market, By Distribution Channel

• OEM channel
  • Heat pump OEM channel
  • Boiler OEM channel 
  • Storage tank OEM channel
  • Others
• Wholesale channel
• Installer channel

The above information is provided for the following countries:

• Germany
• UK
• France
• Italy
• Spain
• Poland
• Denmark
• Finland
• Austria
• Switzerland
• Netherlands
• Belgium
• Luxembourg
• Sweden
• Norway
• Finland
• Czech Republic
• Hungary
• Slovakia
• Romania
• Bulgaria