North America and Europe personal protective equipment distribution market size is expected to reach USD 28.95 million by 2025, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Shifting consumer trend towards online spending coupled with growing connectivity across various countries has offered access to international brands and the new entrants as well.
Low investment and risks associated with e-commerce business platforms has enabled various distributors to enhance their regional presence, thereby accessing untapped markets in Europe. Financial liabilities associated with store operation and maintenance costs has urged distributors to shift towards online business platforms over the past few years. Grainger has recently shut down multiple offices and has invested in upcoming warehouse projects at remote locations, so as to compete with e-commerce giants such as Amazon and enhance its stake in PPE distribution market.
To request a sample copy or view summary of this report, click the link below:
Further key findings from the report suggest:
- Hand protection emerged as largest product segment product demand in Germany was valued over USD 400 million in 2016
- Head, eye, and face protection is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of over 6% from 2017 to 2025. Product demand in the U.S. is expected to be valued over USD 1.6 billion by 2025
- Protective footwear distribution in North America was valued over USD 1.3 billion in 2016. Growing concern towards workplace fatalities associated with chainsaws, electric shock, and associated risks in mills and energy sector is expected to steer product demand over the forecast period.
- Manufacturing sector is anticipated to lead the PPE product segment North America and Europe. Product demand in France is expected to generate revenues worth over USD 450 million by 2025.
- PPE distribution market in food & beverage sector in Belgium was valued over USD 17 million in 2016. Growing concern towards food contamination during ingredient mixing, cutting, and dispensing is anticipated to drive protective clothing demand.
- Product demand in pharmaceutical sector is anticipated to witness moderate growth over the forecast period. PPE distribution in pharmaceutical in Switzerland is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 5% over the next eight years.
- The safety supplies sector in North America is anticipated to witness significant growth of over 7% from 2017 to 2025. Fall protection and respiratory equipment are expected to contribute towards personal protective equipment distribution market growth over the long term
- Personal protective equipment distribution in Germany is expected to exceed USD 3.3 billion by 2025
