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The European public construction market represents a significant portion of public tenders. In France, for example, construction works account for about 35% of the total value of public contracts (Source: Achatpublic). This weight can be explained by the high cost of building and civil engineering projects.

Across the European Union, the sector employs 12 million workers spread across more than 3.8 million companies (Source: FIEC). However, several reports indicate that the sector is going through a rather turbulent period. After a slight decline in 2023, construction production indices in 2024 show overall negative results at the European level, with significant drops in several member states (Source: Zepros).

In contrast, civil engineering (i.e., roads, railways, bridges, tunnels, and hydraulic networks) stands out as an exception. It experienced a 5.9% growth in 2024, driven by public investments and green infrastructure projects. This trend is expected to continue in 2025.

From a regulatory perspective, the European framework is being strengthened under the Green Deal (aiming to reduce emissions by at least 50% by 2030). The revised Energy Performance of Buildings Directive now requires all new public buildings to achieve zero emissions by January 1, 2028, and private buildings by 2030. This sustainably shifts public demand toward energy renovation and sustainable construction. Moreover, countries such as Greece, Spain, and Romania benefit from European recovery funds and ambitious infrastructure plans, suggesting an acceleration of construction activity starting in 2025. Other major Western European economies remain in stagnation or decline.