The carpentry market - Italy (2025)

1.2 The world market

The value of the global metal structures market grows steadily from **** to ****, from $***.** billion to $***.** billion, an increase of ** percent. Should this trend continue, the industry is expected to expand significantly, likely supported by growing demand in the industrial and construction sectors.

Global market value of metal structures World,****-****,Billions of dollars Precedence Research

1.3 The European market

The trend of production sold (***) related to metal structures in Europe from **** to ****, expressed in billions of euros, is shown. The values shown include the following categories of structures:

Prefabricated buildings, of iron or steel [***] Prefabricated buildings, of aluminum [***] Bridges and bridge sections, of iron or steel [***] Towers and pylons, of iron or steel [***] Equipment of iron or steel for scaffolding, formwork, shoring and mining props, including head frames and superstructures, beams for extendable formwork, scaffolding tubes and similar equipment [***] Other structures, mainly of sheet metal: other [***] Dams, locks, loading gates, wharves, jetties, and other sea and lake works, of iron or steel, structures and parts of structures of iron or steel, not elsewhere specified (***) [***] Aluminum structures and parts of structures, n.e.c. [***]

Production sold related to metal structures in Europe increased from **.** billion in **** to **.** billion in ****, an overall growth of **.* percent. After a moderate increase in ****, there was a significant acceleration between **** and ****, stabilizing in **** with a further slight increase.

PRODVAL trends related to Metal Structures Europe,****-****,Billions of euros Eurostat

In ****, the main category in the sold production of metal structures in Europe is prefabricated iron or steel buildings, which make up **.* percent of the total. ...

1.4 The Italian market

The 'trend of production sold of all PRODCOM products related to metal structures in Italy, from **** to ****, expressed in billions of euros. The data include the following product categories: [***] Prefabricated constructions (***), of iron or steel [***] Other constructions, solely or mainly of sheet metal [***] Dams, locks, loading gates, wharves, jetties and other sea, lake and river structures, of iron or steel; constructions and parts of constructions, of iron or steel, not elsewhere specified or included (***) [***] Aluminum construction and parts of construction [***] Prefabricated constructions, aluminum In Italy, the sold production of metal structures grew from **.** billion in **** to **.** billion in ****, an increase of **.* percent. After a significant decline in ****, followed by a partial recovery in ****, growth intensified from ****, peaking in ****.

Trend of production sold of all Prodcoms related to metal structures Italy,****-****,Billions of ero Istat In Italy in ****, prefabricated iron or steel constructions dominate the production sold with **.* percent of the total, followed by other mainly sheet metal constructions at **.* percent. The remaining categories, such as aluminum prefabricated buildings (***) and other aluminum structures or marine works, account for marginal percentages, showing a significant concentration on main metal prefabs Percentage distribution over total sold production of Prodcoms related to Metalic Structures ...

Import and export

From **** to ****, imports of iron or steel structures into Italy increased from *.** billion to *.** billion, while exports grew from *.** billion to *.** billion. The coverage rate declined sharply from *.** percent in **** to *.** percent in ****, with a low of *.** percent in ****.

Import and export of "Iron or steel structures and parts thereof; plates, rods, angles, shapes, sections, tubes and the like, prepared for use in structures" (***) Italy,****-****,Billion ero UN Comtrade

In ****, France was the main recipient of Italian exports of iron or steel structures, with a value of ***.** million, followed by Germany with ***.** million and the United States with ***.** million. Switzerland and the United Kingdom also recorded significant values, ***.** and ***.** million respectively. Countries such as Romania, Austria and Spain show smaller exports, while Chile and Argentina represent the smaller markets among the main trading partners. Countries to which Italy exported most "Iron or steel structures and parts thereof; plates, rods, angles, shapes, sections, tubes and the like, prepared for use in structures" (***) Italy,****,Million UN Comtrade In ****, Germany was the main supplier of iron or steel structures to Italy, with imports amounting to ***.** million euros, followed by Romania (***). Spain and Austria contributed values of **.** and **.** million respectively, while the remaining suppliers, ...

2.1 Demand in Italy

Demand for metal construction in Italy increased from *.** billion in **** to *.** billion in ****, a growth of **.* percent. After a slight decline in ****, the market has shown a steady positive trend. Should this trend continue, it is expected to reach *.** billion in ****, indicating further expansion.

Demand for metal construction Italy,****-****,Billion UNICMI

Between **** and ****, demand for metal construction in Italy grew in both the infrastructural and nonresidential sectors. Infrastructural demand increased from *.** billion in **** to *.** billion in **** (***). If the trend continues, by **** infrastructure demand is expected to reach *.** billion and nonresidential demand *.** billion, confirming stronger growth for infrastructure.

Evolution of demand for metal construction Italy,****-****,billion UNICMI From **** to ****, the demand for metal construction in Italy shows an increasing prevalence of the infrastructural sector over the nonresidential sector. The infrastructural share increased from ** percent in **** to a projected ** percent in **** and ****, while the nonresidential share decreased from ** percent to ** percent. Evolution of demand for metal construction as a percentage Italia,****-****,Percentuale UNICMI

2.2 Trends in the construction sector

Between **** and ****, the turnover of Italian companies active in the construction sector grew from *** billion euros to *** billion euros, an increase of **.* percent. After a contraction in ****, the sector experienced a strong recovery, culminating in **** and consolidated in ****. The estimate for ****, calculated using the Construction Production Index, indicates a further increase to *** billion.

Trend of turnover of enterprises active in the construction sector (***) Italy,****-****,€ billion Istat

The index of production in construction, calculated with base ****=***, measures changes in the sector's output over time compared to the **** baseline.

Between November **** and November ****, the index shows significant fluctuations: from a value of *** in November ****, it drops to ***.* in December and gradually rises to a peak of ***.* in July ****. It then drops sharply in August (***), and then recovers in the following months, stabilizing at ***.* in November ****.

Production Index in Construction - Monthly Italia,****-****,Indice ****=*** Istat Starting from a value of **.** in ****, the index drops to **.** in **** due to the pandemic-related contraction, and then reaches *** in ****. It then increases to ***.** in **** and ***.** in ****, with a forecast of ***.** for ****. Production index in construction - Annual Italy,****-****,base ****=*** Istat

Construction business confidence in **** shows a moderate fluctuation, fluctuating from a high of ***.* in January ...

2.3 The geographical distribution of demand

In ****, the geographic distribution of client companies in the Metal Structures industry sees a predominance of the Northwest with ** percent, while the Northeast, Center, and South are equivalent with ** percent each.

Geographic distribution in percentage of client companies in the Metal Structures sector Italy,****,percent TeamSystem

Lombardy clearly stands out as the region with the highest volume of new residential buildings (***). Regions such as Piedmont, Campania and Apulia stand at significant values, between *,*** and *,*** thousand m³. Regions with intermediate volumes include Sicily (***).

In terms of extensions, Veneto emerges as the region with the largest volume (***). Regions such as Piedmont (***).

Even in new nonresidential buildings, Lombardy clearly ranks first with **,*** thousand m³, followed by Emilia-Romagna (***), confirming a strong concentration in northern Italy. Regions such as Campania (***).

Once again, analyzing expansions, Veneto also leads the nonresidential section with *,*** thousand m³, followed by Emilia-Romagna (***), concentrating activity mainly in northern Italy. Other regions with significant volumes include Piedmont (***) show the lowest volumes.

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2.4 New demand trends

The metalworking industry is undergoing a significant transformation due to the adoption of new technologies and an increasing focus on sustainability. These developments are improving the efficiency, precision and quality of manufacturing processes. Below are some of the most relevant trends and technologies:

Advanced Cutting Technologies: the introduction of cutting techniques such as high-power laser, plasma, and waterjet has enabled more precise and faster processing. These technologies allow materials of different thicknesses to be cut with high accuracy, reducing scrap and improving the quality of the final product.[***] Automated Bending and Forming: the use of numerically controlled (***) press brakes has automated processes that were once manual, increasing accuracy and consistency in the production of complex metal components. This has led to increased efficiency and reduced production time.[***] Robotized Welding: the adoption of robotic welding systems has improved the quality and speed of welds, ensuring stronger and more uniform joints. This automation also reduces risks to operators, improving workplace safety conditions.[***] Artificial Intelligence and Predictive Maintenance: the integration of artificial intelligence into production processes enables real-time data analysis to optimize operations and predict failures. Predictive maintenance helps reduce downtime and costs associated with unplanned repairs.[***] *D Modeling and Additive Manufacturing: the use ...

3.1 The market structure

In recent years, the metal structures and structure parts manufacturing sector (***) has experienced significant growth, both in terms of the number of active enterprises and employment. Between **** and ****, the number of active enterprises increased from *,*** to **,***, an increase of **.* percent. After a marked increase in ****, the sector maintained a moderate but steady pace of growth until ****, confirming its expansion and the stability of the manufacturing sector.

Enterprises active in the sector of Manufacture of metal structures and parts of structures (***) Italia,****-****,Migliaia Istat

At the same time,employment in the sector has also followed a positive trend. The number of workers employed increased from **,*** in **** to an estimated **,*** in ****, registering a similar growth of **.* percent. After a significant increase between **** and ****, there was a slight decline in ****, likely related to pandemic-related difficulties and fluctuations in demand. However, from **** onward, the sector showed a gradual and steady recovery, with forecasts for **** indicating further expansion of the workforce.

Employment in enterprises active in the Manufacture of Metal Structures and Parts of Structures sector (***) Italia,****-****,Migliaia Istat Legal form and economic sectors Analysis of the legal form of enterprises active in **** shows a clear predominance of limited liability companies (***), on the other ...

3.2 Analysis of the economic and financial performance of metalworkers

Companies analyzed The study is based on a sample of ** companies operating in the metal carpentry sector in Italy, with an aggregate turnover of about *.* billion euros in ****. This group of companies represents about ** percent of the metal construction supply in the domestic market, providing a significant framework for analyzing the competitiveness and economic dynamics of the sector. The analyzed companies have an average turnover of **.** million euros and an average number of employees of ***, showing an established production structure with a significant impact on the market. **** Values Number of companies ** Aggregate turnover (***) *.***.***.*** Average turnover (***) **.***.*** Average number of employees ***

To assess the economic and financial efficiency of companies in the industry, two key indicators were considered: return on sales (***). ROS measures operating profitability, indicating the percentage of operating profit generated per euro of sales. This is a key indicator for understanding the ability of firms to maintain profit margins despite pressures on raw material and processing costs. ROIC, on the other hand, assesses the return on capital employed by relating net operating profit after taxes to capital employed. This indicator can be used to determine whether investments in infrastructure and technology, which are typical in the metalworking industry, are able to ...

3.3 Metal carpentry fitters

The metal carpentry sector in Italy is going through a transformation phase characterized by complex employment dynamics and challenges in finding qualified personnel. Data from **** show a still limited presence of young people in the sector: carpenters under ** account for only ** percent of the workforce, while the remaining ** percent are workers in older age groups, reflecting an aging trend in the workforce.

Percentage of young carpenters italy,****,percentage UNIONCAMERE

A significant aspect concerns the mode of employment: entries with non-employee contracts are mainly made up of contract workers, accounting for *.* percent of the total, while collaborators and other non-employee contract forms are residual, with *.* percent and *.* percent, respectively.

Share of entries with non-employee contracts Italy,****,percentage UNIONCAMERE

From a contractual point of view, hiring in the sector is mainly concentrated on fixed-term forms of employment, which accounted for ** percent of the total in ****, while permanent hires stood at ** percent. Opportunities for apprentices remain marginal at* percent, while other contractual forms account for only* percent.

Contractual forms of hiring Italy,****,percentage UNIONCAMERE One of the main problems in the sector is the increasing difficulty in finding skilled labor. In ****, ** percent of companies said they had problems hiring skilled workers, with lack of ...

3.4 The value chain

The value chain in the steelwork market begins with thesourcing of raw materials, including steel, aluminum, and other metals, supplied by specialized manufacturers or distributors. To these are added complementary components, such as bolts, paints and surface treatments, which are essential to ensure the quality and durability of the structures.

Once the materials have been acquired, the design and engineering phase takes place, which includes the creation of detailed technical designs using CAD software,structural analysis to ensure compliance with current regulations, and, often, customization of solutions to meet specific customer needs.

The production and fabrication phase involves a number of specialized operations, including cutting sheet metal and metal bars, bending and shaping to obtain components with specific shapes, and welding, which is necessary to assemble the various parts into complex structures. These processes are complemented by surface treatments, such as galvanizing or painting, which are essential to protect materials from corrosion and increase their strength over time.

Once fabrication is complete, the metal components are assembled into prefabricated structures or modules ready for installation. At this point, distribution and logistics assume a strategic role, ensuring efficient transportation of materials to construction or installation sites. Careful management of inventory and delivery ...

3.5 The Main Market Players

Manni Sipre Spa (***). It is part of the Manni Group and is mainly involved in the processing of steel beams and rolled products for the construction and infrastructure sector. The company is one of Italy's leaders in steel prefabrication and offers services such as cutting, drilling, assembly and treatment of metal materials, focusing on customized solutions for the customer. Cimolai Spa (***): founded in **** and headquartered in Pordenone, Cimolai S.p.A. is one of the leading international companies in the design, fabrication and installation of complex steel structures. The Rome office represents one of the company's strategic hubs. Cimolai operates in sectors such as infrastructure, civil construction, bridges, and industrial plants, boasting prestigious projects around the world. Unifer Spa (***): founded in **** and headquartered in Villanova Sull'Arda, Unifer S.p.A. specializes in the design, production, and processing of steelwork for the rail, road, and industrial infrastructure sectors. The company is known for the quality and precision of its workmanship, exporting its products internationally as well. Officine Facco & C. Spa (***), provides state-of-the-art technological solutions, placing a strong focus on energy efficiency and sustainability. It operates in more than ** countries worldwide. SicilsaldoSpa (***): based in Gela, Sicilsaldo S.p.A. was founded in **** and ...

4.1 The offer

Metalwork encompasses a wide range of structures used in different industries due to the properties of metals such as strength, lightness and durability. The main metal structures used include:

Industrial Buildings and Sheds: industrial metalwork buildings and sheds are designed to meet the needs of manufacturing space, storage, and logistics. These structures mainly use steel beams, rolled profiles and prefabricated panels, which provide high mechanical strength and light weight. The modularity of metal structures allows for quick construction and easy adaptation to future needs, such as expansions or modifications. In addition, metal structures offer good resistance to adverse environmental conditions, reducing maintenance costs in the long run. Bridges and Viaducts: steel bridges and viaducts are essential civil engineering works for connecting territories separated by waterways or differences in elevation. These structures use the strength of steel to support heavy loads, such as vehicles or trains, and withstand extreme environmental conditions. Steel makes it possible to design bridges with wide spans and architecturally innovative designs. In addition, metal bridges are often preferred for their durability, ability to withstand vibration, and ease of maintenance. Stairs and Parapets: metal stairs, including fire escapes, and steel or aluminum parapets are designed for safety and functionality. ...

4.2 The prices

Producer prices for the manufacture of metal structures and parts of structures show an overall decrease from **** to October ****. Starting from a value of ***.* in January ****, there is a gradual decline to a low of *** in October ****, with an overall decrease of *.* percent. A slight increase is observed in November ****, with prices rising to ***.*.

Industry output prices - monthly for Manufacture of metal structures and parts of structures (***) Italy,****-****,base ****=*** Istat

From **** to ****, producer prices for the manufacture of metal structures increased by **.* percent, from **.** to ***.**. In **** there is a slight decrease to ***.**, continued in **** with a further decline to ***.**.

Annual industry output price index for Manufacture of metal structures and parts of structures (***) Italy,****-****,base ****=*** Istat

4.3 Mazzero Carpentry & C. Srl: Innovation and Tradition in Metal Carpentry

Origins of the company

Founded in February **** as an innovative start-up, Mazzero Carpenteria & C. Srl was born from the union of the experience of two well-established companies in the metal carpentry sector. Mazzero Christian, active since ****, has specialized in the production and assembly of metal carpentry, operating with ISO **** and EN **** certifications to ensure quality and compliance with European standards. At the same time, Berton Antonio's company has gained more than ** years of experience in the construction of sports facilities and metal structures, distinguishing itself by owning registered patents and innovative solutions in the field. Since its founding, Mazzero Carpenteria & C. Srl has invested in advanced laser and plasma cutting technologies, improving machining precision and operational flexibility. The adoption of state-of-the-art machinery, such as the Bystronic *×* laser cutter with a capacity of up to ** mm thickness and the Lincoln *×* plasma cutter up to ** mm, has enabled the company to perform complex machining on different types of metal, reducing production time and improving environmental sustainability.

Innovation is central to the company's strategy. Over the years, Mazzero Carpenteria & C. Srl has acquired and developed patents in the field of safety, including smart profiles for stairs that optimize energy savings and improve personal safety. ...

5.1 The regulatory landscape

Technical Standards for Construction (***): approved by Ministerial Decree of January **, ****, the NTC **** are the main regulatory reference for the design, execution and testing of civil engineering works. They apply to steel, aluminum, timber and reinforced concrete structures. They explicitly call for harmonized European standards, such as UNI EN ****-*, to ensure quality and safety in metal structures. UNI EN ****-*: CE Marking for Metal Structures: mandatory since July *, ****, this standard governs CE Marking for steel and aluminum structural components. Regulated by European Regulation ***/**** (***) on construction products. Requires manufacturers to issue a Declaration of Performance (***) for each structural product. Provides for mandatory certification of production processes by notified bodies. UNI EN ****-*: Execution of Steel Structures: establishes technical requirements for the fabrication of steel structures, with guidance on execution classes (***) based on the complexity and risk level of the work,requirements for welding, assembly and surface treatments,quality control and non-destructive testing to ensure compliance of manufactured products. European Regulation ***/**** (***): establishes harmonized conditions for the marketing of construction products in the European Union. It requires that all metal products intended to be permanently integrated into construction be CE marked. UNI EN ISO ****: Quality Requirements in Welding: defines quality criteria for welding in ...

5.2 Conclusion

Italian metal carpentry represents a booming sector, with **.* percent growth in production sold between **** and ****, rising from **.** to **.** billion euros. This increase was supported by a significant recovery after the **** pandemic-related contraction, and is expected to increase further in ****, estimated at around **.** billion euros.

Among the main segments, prefabricated iron and steel construction stands out, accounting for **.* percent of total production in ****, followed by sheet metal construction (***). On the geographical front, Northern Italy remained the nerve center of the market, with Lombardy, Veneto and Emilia-Romagna leading both production and demand. In ****, the Northwest concentrated ** percent of client companies, while the Northeast, Center and South were evenly distributed with ** percent each.

Competitively, the Italian sector shows a progressive concentration around a few major players, while remaining dominated by a fragmented production base of more than **,*** active companies (***). Prominent among the leading companies are:

Manni Sipre(***) Cimolai(***) Unifer(***)

These companies stand out for large-scale projects and high customization. Cimolai, for example, is recognized for the construction of complex infrastructure such as bridges and stadiums, while Manni Sipre excels in the production of high-strength prefabricated steel structures. Companies such as Sicilsaldo (***) also consolidate the national scene, offering innovative solutions in the infrastructure and industrial ...

6.1 Segmentation

• Manni Sipre Spa
• Cimolai Spa
• Unifer Spa
• Officine Facco & C. Spa
• Sicilsaldo Spa
• DKC Europe Srl
• Condor Spa
• Pichler Projects Srl
• ATB Riva Calzoni Spa
• Fincantieri Infrastructure Spa