Props for scaffolding, shuttering or pit-propping market in Norway

Earlier Report Observations

The market for iron or steel props in Norway expanded from 11 633 t in 2019 to 17 006 t in 2022. This growth was supported by the strategic partnership formed in 2019 between Doka and the scaffolding specialist AT-PAC, which strengthened the supply of formwork and scaffolding solutions in the market. In 2020, global supply chain disruptions, including reduced iron ore availability from Brazil due to the COVID-19 pandemic, affected production costs and availability, contributing to increased imports to maintain market volume.

Increased focus on sustainability and recycling in the construction industry during 2021 influenced material choice, boosting demand for reusable steel props. By 2022, local steel production continued at Celsa Armeringsstål and Frekhaug Stål AS, securing domestic supply, though the market also felt the impact of global iron ore access constraints and geographic price differentials mentioned in industry reports.

Following 2022, import volumes remained elevated, exceeding 20 000 t in 2024 and 2025, while export figures fluctuated, indicating sustained domestic consumption. The market's reliance on imports continued as domestic production volumes did not show significant recovery after 2022.

Production props for scaffolding, shuttering or pit-propping in Norway

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

In 2020, Norway's output of props for scaffolding, shuttering, or pit-propping was valued at 12,924 thousand US dollars, marking a 4.5% increase from 2019.

Annual dynamics of production in Norway in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

In kind, 2018-2021, t

In 2020, Norway produced 59 tonnes of props for scaffolding, shuttering, or pit-propping, which represents a 97.3% decrease compared to 2019.

Annual dynamics of production in Norway in kind, 2018-2021, t

Exports props for scaffolding, shuttering or pit-propping from Norway

Exports in kind, t

In 2021, Norway exported 6,288 tonnes of props for scaffolding, shuttering, or pit-propping, showing a 30.2% increase from the previous year. Between 2018 and 2021, exports grew by 24.1%, averaging an annualized rate of 7.5%. The lowest export volume was recorded in 2020 at 4,828 tonnes, while the highest was in 2019 at 8,550 tonnes. The largest decline occurred in 2020 with a 43.5% drop, and the largest increase was in 2019 with a 68.7% rise.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Norway in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, the three largest markets for Norway's exports in kind were Germany, Sweden, and Austria, which together accounted for 66.4% of total flows.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Norway in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

In 2021, Norway's exports of props for scaffolding, shuttering, or pit-propping reached 14,338 thousand US dollars, reflecting a significant 55.3% increase from the prior year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, exports rose by 28.9%, with a compound annual growth rate of 8.8%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 9,231 thousand US dollars, and the largest decline occurred in 2020 with a 24.8% decrease.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Norway in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Between 2018 and 2021, Germany, Sweden, and Austria continued to be the main buyers of Norway's props for scaffolding, shuttering, or pit-propping in value terms. Germany accounted for 32.9% of exports, Sweden for 19.3%, and Austria for 9.2%, collectively forming 61.4% of total export value.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Norway in value, 2018-2021

Imports props for scaffolding, shuttering or pit-propping to Norway

Imports in kind, t

In 2021, Norway imported 18,235 tonnes of props for scaffolding, shuttering, or pit-propping, showing minimal change from 2020. From 2018 to 2021, imports decreased by 22.1%, averaging an annualized decline of 8.0%. The lowest import volume was in 2019 at 17,984 tonnes. The largest decline was recorded in 2019 with a 23.1% drop, while the largest increase occurred in 2020 with a 1.6% rise.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Norway in kind, 2018-2021, t

Over the period from 2018 to 2021, Germany, Sweden, and Poland consistently led as the top sources for Norway's imports in kind. Germany represented 27.5% of imports, Sweden 19.7%, and Poland 11.6%, together accounting for 58.9% of total flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Norway in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

After a two-year decrease, Norway's imports of props for scaffolding, shuttering, or pit-propping increased in 2021, reaching 68,911 thousand US dollars. This constituted a steep 25.1% rise compared to 2020. From 2018 to 2021, imports overall decreased by 14.5%, with a compound annual decline rate of 5.1%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 55,083 thousand US dollars, and the largest decline occurred in 2019 with a 21.6% drop.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Norway in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Throughout 2018 to 2021, Germany, Sweden, and Poland remained the key partners for Norway's imports in value terms. Germany accounted for 27.1% of imports, Sweden for 19.9%, and Poland for 9.6%, collectively making up 56.6% of total flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Norway in value, 2018-2021