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

Earlier Report Observations

The Portuguese market for steel props and scaffolding equipment grew from 23 thousand tons in 2018 to 40 thousand tons in 2022. This expansion was driven by continuous technological innovation from established domestic manufacturers such as METALUSA, ULMA Portugal, and PERI Portugal, which introduced advanced formwork and shoring systems with enhanced safety features. The increasing adoption of ISO and CE-certified products in 2021 bolstered market confidence and contributed to a significant volume surge.

After peaking in 2022, the market volume contracted to 25 thousand tons in 2023, while its value stabilized at 59 million USD. The COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 prompted operational adaptations in the construction sector, but key manufacturers maintained supply, supporting modest growth that year before the broader upward trend.

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

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Portugal's production of props for scaffolding, shuttering, or pit-propping has rebounded after a two-year decline. In 2021, output was valued at 59 362 thousand US dollars, marking a significant 17.2% increase from the previous year. The lowest value occurred in 2020 at 50 630 thousand US dollars, following the largest decline of 10.1% in 2019.

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

In kind, 2018-2021, t

Portugal's production of props for scaffolding, shuttering, or pit-propping has turned upward after a two-year drop. In 2021, the country produced 30 250 tonnes, showing a notable 12.4% year-over-year rise. Over the 2018-2021 period, production decreased by 3.7%, with a compound annual growth rate of 1.2%. The lowest output was in 2020 at 26 905 tonnes, which saw the largest decline of 9.1%.

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

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

Exports in kind, t

Portugal's exports of props for scaffolding, shuttering, or pit-propping have increased for the second year in a row. In 2021, the country exported 21 085 tonnes, up 10.4% from 2020. The lowest export volume was in 2019 at 19 017 tonnes, which experienced the largest decline of 9.6%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Spain, France, and Germany were the main buyers of Portugal's props for scaffolding, shuttering, or pit-propping in volume terms. Spain accounted for 27.8% of exports, France for 25.7%, and Germany for 7.5%, together making up 61.0% of total exports.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

Portugal's exports of props for scaffolding, shuttering, or pit-propping have grown for the second consecutive year. In 2021, exports reached 60 248 thousand US dollars, a sharp 25.2% increase compared to 2020. Over the 2018-2021 period, exports rose by 11.1%, equivalent to an annualized rate of 3.6%. The lowest value was in 2019 at 43 534 thousand US dollars, which saw the largest decline of 19.7%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Spain, France, and Germany were the leading buyers of Portugal's props for scaffolding, shuttering, or pit-propping in value terms. Spain represented 27.2% of exports, France 26.7%, and Germany 10.8%, collectively accounting for 64.7% of total exports.

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

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

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

Imports in kind, t

Portugal's imports of props for scaffolding, shuttering, or pit-propping have risen for the third year in a row. In 2021, imports hit 27 607 tonnes, a substantial 46.3% increase year-over-year. Between 2018 and 2021, imports surged by 119.1%, translating to an annualized growth rate of 29.9%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Spain, China, and Italy were the top suppliers of props for scaffolding, shuttering, or pit-propping to Portugal in volume terms. Spain held 54.5% of imports, China 10.0%, and Italy 8.0%, together comprising 72.5% of total imports.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

Portugal's imports of props for scaffolding, shuttering, or pit-propping have expanded for the third consecutive year. In 2021, imports totaled 57 477 thousand US dollars, a 68.0% increase from 2020. Over the 2018-2021 period, imports grew by 117.2%, equating to an annualized rate of 29.5%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Spain, China, and Germany consistently led as the main suppliers of props for scaffolding, shuttering, or pit-propping to Portugal in value terms. Spain accounted for 58.6% of imports, China for 8.1%, and Germany for 6.2%, jointly making up 72.9% of total imports.

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

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