Europe Linear Polymers Market Size, Share & Industry Trends Analysis Report By Manufacturing Process, By Type (Polyethylene, Polyamides, Polystyrene, Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), and Others), By End User, By Country and Growth Forecast, 2023 - 2030

Europe Linear Polymers Market Size, Share & Industry Trends Analysis Report By Manufacturing Process, By Type (Polyethylene, Polyamides, Polystyrene, Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), and Others), By End User, By Country and Growth Forecast, 2023 - 2030


The Europe Linear Polymers Market would witness market growth of 3.8% CAGR during the forecast period (2023-2030). In the year 2020, the Europe market's volume surged to 19,009.3 Kilo Tonnes, showcasing a growth of 2.7% (2019-2022).

The global population is steadily increasing, accompanied by rapid urbanization in many regions. This tendency leads to a rise in demand for essential goods, including packaging materials, infrastructure development, and consumer products, requiring these polymers. In addition, continuous R&D in polymer chemistry and processing technologies has led to the development of new & improved linear polymers with enhanced properties. Manufacturers are introducing new formulations and technologies to improve the performance and sustainability of these polymers.

Furthermore, strategic collaborations, mergers, and acquisitions also play a significant role in linear polymer business growth, enabling companies to strengthen their presence and expand into new geographies. On the contrary, increasing demand for sustainable and environmentally friendly materials creates an opportunity for biodegradable and bio-based polymers. These polymers offer advantages such as reduced carbon footprint, biodegradability, and lower dependence on fossil fuels. Developing and adopting biodegradable and bio-based linear polymers can cater to the growing need for sustainable solutions, thus creating lucrative opportunities for the market.

According to Germany Trade and Invest, the use of automotive electronics for vehicles in Germany is predicted to grow by 5.6 percent per year, reaching a value of USD 9.6 billion in 2021. Automotive electronics accounts for about 80 to 90 percent of innovations in modern vehicles. They are used to produce electrical insulation materials essential for automotive electronics. Sensors and actuators in automotive electronics often require specialized materials with precise properties. They contribute to producing components that meet these applications' specific needs. The aforementioned factors will drive the market growth in this region.

The Germany market dominated the Europe Linear Polymers Market by Country in 2022 and would continue to be a dominant market till 2030; thereby, achieving a market value of $16,909.7 million by 2030. The UK market is exhibiting a CAGR of 2.9% during (2023 - 2030). Additionally, The France market would experience a CAGR of 4.6% during (2023 - 2030).

Based on Manufacturing Process, the market is segmented into Addition Polymerization, Ring-Opening Polymerization, Emulsion Polymerization, and Condensation Polymerization. Based on Type, the market is segmented into Polyethylene, Polyamides, Polystyrene, Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), and Others. Based on End User, the market is segmented into Packaging, Electronics, Automotive, Construction, Healthcare, Agriculture, and Others. Based on countries, the market is segmented into Germany, UK, France, Russia, Spain, Italy, and Rest of Europe.

The market research report covers the analysis of key stake holders of the market. Key companies profiled in the report include BASF SE, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LLC, Exxon Mobil Corporation, Formosa Plastics Group, INEOS Group Holdings S.A., LG Chem Ltd. (LG Corporation), LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V., SABIC (Saudi Arabian Oil Company), The Dow Chemical Company and Total Energy Services Inc.

Scope of the Study

Market Segments covered in the Report:

By Manufacturing Process
  • Addition Polymerization
  • Ring-Opening Polymerization
  • Emulsion Polymerization
  • Condensation Polymerization
By Type (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2019-2030)
  • Polyethylene
  • Polyamides
  • Polystyrene
  • Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
  • Others
By End-user (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2019-2030)
  • Packaging
  • Electronics
  • Automotive
  • Construction
  • Healthcare
  • Agriculture
  • Others
By Country (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2019-2030)
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Russia
  • Spain
  • Italy
  • Rest of Europe
Companies Profiled
  • BASF SE
  • Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LLC
  • Exxon Mobil Corporation
  • Formosa Plastics Group
  • INEOS Group Holdings S.A.
  • LG Chem Ltd. (LG Corporation)
  • LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V.
  • SABIC (Saudi Arabian Oil Company)
  • The Dow Chemical Company
  • Total Energy Services Inc.
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Chapter 1. Market Scope & Methodology
1.1 Market Definition
1.2 Objectives
1.3 Market Scope
1.4 Segmentation
1.4.1 Europe Linear Polymers Market, by Manufacturing Process
1.4.2 Europe Linear Polymers Market, by Type
1.4.3 Europe Linear Polymers Market, by End User
1.4.4 Europe Linear Polymers Market, by Country
1.5 Methodology for the research
Chapter 2. Market At a Glance
2.1 Key Highlights
Chapter 3. Market Overview
3.1 Introduction
3.1.1 Overview
3.1.1.1 Market Composition and Scenario
3.2 Key Factors Impacting the Market
3.2.1 Market Drivers
3.2.2 Market Restraints
3.3 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
Chapter 4. Strategies Deployed in Linear Polymers Market
Chapter 5. Europe Linear Polymers Market by Manufacturing Process
5.1 Europe Addition Polymerization Market by Country
5.2 Europe Ring-Opening Polymerization Market by Country
5.3 Europe Emulsion Polymerization Market by Country
5.4 Europe Condensation Polymerization Market by Country
Chapter 6. Europe Linear Polymers Market by Type
6.1 Europe Polyethylene Market by Country
6.2 Europe Polyamides Market by Country
6.3 Europe Polystyrene Market by Country
6.4 Europe Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Market by Country
6.5 Europe Others Market by Country
Chapter 7. Europe Linear Polymers Market by End User
7.1 Europe Packaging Market by Country
7.2 Europe Electronics Market by Country
7.3 Europe Automotive Market by Country
7.4 Europe Construction Market by Country
7.5 Europe Healthcare Market by Country
7.6 Europe Agriculture Market by Country
7.7 Europe Others Market by Country
Chapter 8. Europe Linear Polymers Market by Country
8.1 Germany Linear Polymers Market
8.1.1 Germany Linear Polymers Market by Manufacturing Process
8.1.2 Germany Linear Polymers Market by Type
8.1.3 Germany Linear Polymers Market by End User
8.2 UK Linear Polymers Market
8.2.1 UK Linear Polymers Market by Manufacturing Process
8.2.2 UK Linear Polymers Market by Type
8.2.3 UK Linear Polymers Market by End User
8.3 France Linear Polymers Market
8.3.1 France Linear Polymers Market by Manufacturing Process
8.3.2 France Linear Polymers Market by Type
8.3.3 France Linear Polymers Market by End User
8.4 Russia Linear Polymers Market
8.4.1 Russia Linear Polymers Market by Manufacturing Process
8.4.2 Russia Linear Polymers Market by Type
8.4.3 Russia Linear Polymers Market by End User
8.5 Spain Linear Polymers Market
8.5.1 Spain Linear Polymers Market by Manufacturing Process
8.5.2 Spain Linear Polymers Market by Type
8.5.3 Spain Linear Polymers Market by End User
8.6 Italy Linear Polymers Market
8.6.1 Italy Linear Polymers Market by Manufacturing Process
8.6.2 Italy Linear Polymers Market by Type
8.6.3 Italy Linear Polymers Market by End User
8.7 Rest of Europe Linear Polymers Market
8.7.1 Rest of Europe Linear Polymers Market by Manufacturing Process
8.7.2 Rest of Europe Linear Polymers Market by Type
8.7.3 Rest of Europe Linear Polymers Market by End User
Chapter 9. Company Profiles
9.1 BASF SE
9.1.1 Company Overview
9.1.2 Financial Analysis
9.1.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
9.1.4 Research & Development Expense
9.1.5 SWOT Analysis
9.2 Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LLC
9.2.1 Company Overview
9.2.2 Financial Analysis
9.2.3 Recent strategies and developments:
9.2.3.1 Acquisition and Mergers:
9.2.4 SWOT Analysis
9.3 Exxon Mobil Corporation
9.3.1 Company Overview
9.3.2 Financial Analysis
9.3.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
9.3.4 Research & Development Expenses
9.3.5 Recent strategies and developments:
9.3.5.1 Acquisition and Mergers:
9.3.6 SWOT Analysis
9.4 Formosa Plastics Group
9.4.1 Company Overview
9.4.2 Financial Analysis
9.4.3 SWOT Analysis
9.5 INEOS Group Holdings S.A.
9.5.1 Company Overview
9.5.2 Financial Analysis
9.5.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
9.5.4 SWOT Analysis
9.6 LG Chem Ltd. (LG Corporation)
9.6.1 Company Overview
9.6.2 Financial Analysis
9.6.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
9.6.4 SWOT Analysis
9.7 LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V.
9.7.1 Company Overview
9.7.2 Financial Analysis
9.7.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
9.7.4 Research & Development Expenses
9.7.5 Recent strategies and developments:
9.7.5.1 Partnerships, Collaborations, and Agreements:
9.7.6 SWOT Analysis
9.8 SABIC (Saudi Arabian Oil Company)
9.8.1 Company Overview
9.8.2 Financial Analysis
9.8.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
9.8.4 Recent strategies and developments:
9.8.4.1 Partnerships, Collaborations, and Agreements:
9.8.5 SWOT Analysis
9.9 The Dow Chemical Company
9.9.1 Company Overview
9.9.2 Financial Analysis
9.9.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
9.9.4 Research & Development Expenses
9.9.5 Recent strategies and developments:
9.9.5.1 Partnerships, Collaborations, and Agreements:
9.9.5.2 Product Launches and Product Expansions:
9.9.6 SWOT Analysis
9.10. Total Energy Services Inc.
9.10.1 Company Overview
9.10.2 Financial Analysis
9.10.3 Segmental Analysis
9.10.4 SWOT Analysis

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