Al doors, windows, frames and thresholds market in Austria

Earlier Report Observations

The Austrian market for aluminum doors, windows, frames and thresholds saw its physical volume grow from 5 884 thousand units in 2018 to a peak of 8 534 thousand units in 2020, indicating a period of expansion in the early part of the period.

Market volume then contracted to 6 753 thousand units in 2021, although the market's value increased to $385.5 million. This shift toward higher value coincided with key industry developments, including PGT Innovations expanding its market reach through the acquisition of Eco Window Systems and Marvin introducing advanced window and door designs with integrated energy-efficient and smart features. The following year, volume declined further to 6 170 thousand units, a trend influenced by technological advances that promoted the use of uPVC profiles as a substitute for aluminum in some applications. A partial recovery to 7 294 thousand units occurred in 2023, supported by announced government stimulus programs and improved renovation incentives, which helped offset uncertainty stemming from the introduction of the new Building Energy Act (GEG).

In 2024, the market volume fell sharply to 5 176 thousand units, driven by economic uncertainties, inflation, interest rate developments, and evolving policy and subsidy frameworks. Despite this volume contraction, the market value remained stable at $341.4 million, supported by the launch of sustainable aluminum window systems, such as from Reynaers Aluminum, and the adoption of AI-enabled extrusion technology, reflecting a continued market focus on energy-efficient, smart, and higher-value products.

Production Al doors, windows, frames and thresholds in Austria

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Austria's production of aluminum doors, windows, frames, and thresholds in monetary terms increased after two consecutive years of decline. In 2019, output reached its lowest point at 270.6 million US dollars, with a 1.8% decrease that year. By 2020, production rose slightly to 274.6 million US dollars, marking a 1.5% increase compared to 2019.

Annual dynamics of production in Austria in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

In kind, 2017-2020, K unit

In physical terms, Austria's production of aluminum doors, windows, frames, and thresholds saw a slight contraction in 2020, with 289.6 thousand units produced, down 1.6% from 2019. The lowest production level was recorded in 2018 at 256.5 thousand units, which represented a significant 23.8% decline. However, production rebounded in 2019 with a 14.7% increase. Overall, from 2017 to 2020, production decreased by 13.9%, averaging an annual decline of 4.9%.

Annual dynamics of production in Austria in kind, 2017-2020, K unit

Exports Al doors, windows, frames and thresholds from Austria

Exports in kind, K unit

Austria's exports of aluminum doors, windows, frames, and thresholds in physical terms dropped sharply in 2020 to 4 343 thousand units, a 27.2% decrease year-over-year. The lowest export volume occurred in 2018 at 4 325 thousand units, with a 44.1% decline that year. Exports recovered in 2019, rising 37.9%. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports fell by 43.9%, with a compound annual growth rate of -17.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Austria in kind, 2017-2020, K unit

From 2017 to 2020, Germany, Poland, and Switzerland remained the primary buyers of Austria's aluminum doors, windows, frames, and thresholds in physical terms. Germany accounted for 51.4% of exports, Poland for 12.5%, and Switzerland for 10.3%, together making up 74.2% of total exports.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Austria in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, M $ US

After two years of growth, Austria's exports of aluminum doors, windows, frames, and thresholds in monetary terms declined in 2020. Exports totaled 73.1 million US dollars, an 8.1% decrease from the previous year. The peak was in 2019 at 79.6 million US dollars, with an 11.0% increase that year. Overall, from 2017 to 2020, exports increased by 10.8%, averaging an annual growth rate of 3.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Austria in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

In monetary terms from 2017 to 2020, Germany, Switzerland, and Italy were the main buyers of Austria's aluminum doors, windows, frames, and thresholds. Germany held a 49.5% share of exports, Switzerland 17.2%, and Italy 11.6%, collectively accounting for 78.4% of total export value.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Austria in value, 2017-2020

Imports Al doors, windows, frames and thresholds to Austria

Imports in kind, K unit

Austria's imports of aluminum doors, windows, frames, and thresholds in physical terms grew for the third consecutive year in 2020, reaching 12 588 thousand units, a moderate 3.1% increase compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports rose by 46.5%, with a compound annual growth rate of 13.6%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Austria in kind, 2017-2020, K unit

From 2017 to 2020, Germany, Czechia, and Slovenia were the leading sources of aluminum doors, windows, frames, and thresholds imports to Austria in physical terms. Germany contributed 47.4% of imports, Czechia 10.5%, and Slovenia 10.4%, together representing 68.3% of total imports.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Austria in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, M $ US

After two years of growth, Austria's imports of aluminum doors, windows, frames, and thresholds in monetary terms decreased in 2020 to 128.2 million US dollars, down 2.7% from the previous year. The highest import value was in 2019 at 131.7 million US dollars, following a 16.9% increase in 2018. Overall, from 2017 to 2020, imports increased by 23.1%, with an average annual growth rate of 7.2%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Austria in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Over the 2017-2020 period, Germany, Slovenia, and Slovakia were the top suppliers of aluminum doors, windows, frames, and thresholds to Austria in monetary terms. Germany accounted for 45.5% of imports, Slovenia for 14.1%, and Slovakia for 8.9%, with their combined share reaching 68.5% of total import value.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Austria in value, 2017-2020