France Protective Coatings Market Size and Share
| Study Period | 2019 - 2030 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2024 |
| Forecast Data Period | 2025 - 2030 |
| Market Size (2025) | USD 402.67 Million |
| Market Size (2030) | USD 466.80 Million |
| CAGR (2025 - 2030) | 3.00% |
| Market Concentration | Medium |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
France Protective Coatings Market Analysis by Mordor Intelligence
The France Protective Coatings Market size is estimated at USD 402.67 million in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 466.80 million by 2030, at a CAGR of less than 3% during the forecast period (2025-2030).
The COVID-19 pandemic has negatively affected the French protective coatings market. The implementation of a nationwide lockdown in the country mainly affected the infrastructural construction, mining, oil and gas industries, thereby affecting the demand for protective coatings. However, post-COVID pandemic, the construction, mining, oil, and gas industries resumed their operation in France, thereby creating a positive impact on the protective coatings market.
- The growing infrastructure and industrialization in France and the increasing demand from the power generation industry are expected to drive the market.
- On the flip side, fluctuations in the prices of raw materials is expected to hinder the market's growth.
- The increasing usage of powder coatings in various end-user industries is expected to create opportunities for the market during the forecast period.
France Protective Coatings Market Trends and Insights
The Infrastructure Segment to Dominate the Market
- Protective coatings applied to steel, which is commonly used for civil structures such as stadiums, transportation hubs, and public buildings, are the backbone of modern cities. Corrosion protection of steel bridges is essential to maintain both structural performance and aesthetics over time, with protective coatings being the most common form of corrosion protection.
- France has the second-largest construction industry in the European region. The construction index in the country has been witnessing slow growth, with a gradual increase in the industry turnover index over the past few years. According to Eurostat, in 2022, the construction revenue in the country is registered at USD 488.5 billion, which is expected to reach USD 537 billion by 2024.
- The infrastructural construction activities have been increasing in the country in recent years. For instance, in Q1, 2022, the Nantes New CHU Hospital Development project started with an investment of USD 1,424 million. This project involves the construction of a new hospital complex with medical facilities on 10.1 hectares of land in Nantes, Pays de la Loire region, France. The construction work is expected to be completed in Q4 2027.
- Similarly, in Q1, 2022, the Paris Tour Triangle High-Rise Building project started with an investment of USD 755 million. The project involves the construction of a 42-story triangular office building on an 80,000 sq. meter area at Porte de Versailles, Paris, France. The project is expected to be completed by Q1, 2026.
- Furthurmore, the French government's initiatives to develop the city for hosting the 2024 Olympics are likely to drive the market. For instance, the French government sanctioned approximately USD 3.3 billion for the construction of the Hermitage towers (two 320-meter-1050-foot towers), which are due to be completed by 2024. The essential infrastructure for the Olympic event requires building 4,500 new dwellings for local people, 100,000 square meters for business activities, and 20,000 new hotel rooms for tourists. The increasing infrastructural activities are excepted to drive the demand for protective coatings in the country.
- Thus, the infrastructure end-user segment will likely dominate the market during the forecast period.
The Power Generation Industry to Register Significant Growth rate
- Protective coatings are also extensively used in the power sector for mainly corrosion and heat resistance. Power generation can take any form, from wind, hydroelectric, and nuclear to fossil fuel facilities, each of which presents its challenges for protective coatings systems.
- In fossil fuel power systems like coal and natural gas, Protective coatings are extensively used for plant assets, including feed systems to the turbine, recovery, and water handling systems. Similarly, in hydroelectric power plants, corrosion protection coatings are used for critical parts, including conduits, penstocks, and metal water gates.
- Protective coatings are also extensively used in the wind sector, where they are used to protect and extend the operational life of onshore and offshore wind turbine installations, including towers and foundations, turbine component blades, and other equipment.
- France is the largest producer of zero-emission power in Europe. The country is increasing the wind electricity generation capacity with the installation of new onshore wind turbines. In 2022 the wind electricity capacity in France is registered at 21.1 GW (gigawatts). Furthurmore, According to the National Climate and Energy Plan, the country aims to install up to 35 GW (gigawatts) of onshore wind by 2028.
- In March 2022, the French Prime Minister announced the launch of two floating wind farm projects on the Mediterranean coast of metropolitan France. These two floating wind farms have a capacity of approximately 500 MW. These projects are expected to be completed by 2030. Thus, the increasing onshore wind turbine installation is expected to drive the demand for protective coatings in the country.
- Thus, the power end-user segment will likely register significant market growth during the forecast period.
Competitive Landscape
The French protective coatings market is partially consolidated in nature. Some of the major players in the market (not in any particular order) include Akzo Nobel N.V., PPG Industries, Inc., The Sherwin-Williams Company, Nippon Paint Holdings Co., Ltd., and Hempel A/S, among others.
France Protective Coatings Industry Leaders
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Akzo Nobel N.V.
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PPG Industries, Inc
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The Sherwin-Williams Company
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Nippon Paint Holdings Co., Ltd.
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Hempel A/S
- *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Recent Industry Developments
- The recent developments pertaining to the major players in the market are being covered in the complete study
France Protective Coatings Market Report Scope
Protective coatings are materials applied to substrate surfaces of steel and concrete structures to protect them from environmental damage and corrosion. The market involves the usage of coatings on new designs, as well as the maintenance of existing systems. These structures can include industrial, commercial, and public infrastructure but exclude house buildings and private apartments.
The French protective coatings market is segmented by resin type, technology, and end-user industry. By resin type, the market is segmented into acrylic, epoxy, alkyd, polyurethane, polyester, and others (phenolic, PTFE, etc.). By technology, the market is segmented into solvent-borne, waterborne, powder, and UV-cured. By end-user industry, the market is segmented into oil and gas, mining, power, infrastructure, and other end-user industries (water treatment, marine, etc.). For each segment, market sizing and forecasts have been done on the basis of value (USD) for all the above segments.
| Acrylic |
| Epoxy |
| Alkyd |
| Polyurethane |
| Polyester |
| Others (Phenolic, PTFE, etc.) |
| Waterborne |
| Solventborne |
| Powder |
| UV-Cured |
| Oil and Gas |
| Mining |
| Power |
| Infrastructure |
| Other End-User Industries (Water treatment, Marine, etc.) |
| Resin Type | Acrylic |
| Epoxy | |
| Alkyd | |
| Polyurethane | |
| Polyester | |
| Others (Phenolic, PTFE, etc.) | |
| Technology | Waterborne |
| Solventborne | |
| Powder | |
| UV-Cured | |
| End-User Industry | Oil and Gas |
| Mining | |
| Power | |
| Infrastructure | |
| Other End-User Industries (Water treatment, Marine, etc.) |
Key Questions Answered in the Report
How big is the France Protective Coatings Market?
The France Protective Coatings Market size is expected to reach USD 402.67 million in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of less than 3% to reach USD 466.80 million by 2030.
What is the current France Protective Coatings Market size?
In 2025, the France Protective Coatings Market size is expected to reach USD 402.67 million.
Who are the key players in France Protective Coatings Market?
Akzo Nobel N.V., PPG Industries, Inc, The Sherwin-Williams Company, Nippon Paint Holdings Co., Ltd. and Hempel A/S are the major companies operating in the France Protective Coatings Market.
What years does this France Protective Coatings Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?
In 2024, the France Protective Coatings Market size was estimated at USD 390.59 million. The report covers the France Protective Coatings Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the France Protective Coatings Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.
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France Protective Coatings Market Report
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