Despite challenging periods of resin price volatility and times of resin shortages over the last ten years, distributors have managed to enhance profitability and margins by offering much-needed reliable supplies of material, technical support, and new services to customers. Innovative strategies and inventive customer dialogue have been also key elements in the strategy of successful companies in the industry. In an industry notorious for its slim margins and a low growth economy, the successful distributor needs to be rigorous in understanding the cost-to-serve and the value gained from its customers to ensure its survival and growth.

We have been monitoring and analysing the trends in the European polymer distribution industry for over 20 years. The 2024 report will represent the ninth edition and it will build on earlier research to consider the newest trends and factors influencing the industry.

Over the previous eight editions, this study has been evolving into the most comprehensive analysis of polymer distribution currently available on the market and represents an essential guide for industry players as they optimise business activities and plan future investments.

• Market report enquiry form

  Close

  Personal Details

  First nameLast nameJob titleEmailCompany namePhone numberCountry

  Interests

  Compounds, additives & masterbatch

  CompoundingConductive plasticsFlame / fire retardantsFoam and foaming agentsFootwearMasterbatch / concentratesMedical tubingPigments / colours / colourantsPolyolefin additivesPVC and PVC compoundsReinforcements / minerals / fillersTechnical compounds

  Energy & infrastructure

  Artificial grass / yarnCablesCarbon captureCompositesElectrical and electronicEnergy storageFlooringGeothermal energyHydrogen energyNuclear energyOil and gasPipe extrusionPipeline coatingPolymer engineering for energyProfile extrusionRoto-mouldingSolar power / photovoltaicsWaste to energyWaterproof membranesWind turbines

  Extrusion

  CablesFilm extrusionMedical tubingPipe extrusionProfile extrusionSheet extrusion

  Flexible films

  Agricultural filmsBiax films / bioriented filmsBreathable filmsFilm extrusionFlexible packagingPE / polyethylenePlastic pouchesSheet extrusionStretch and shrink films

  Injection moulding

  Automation / process optimisationDesign and simulation softwareInjection mouldingMould making / tool building

  Raw materials & distribution

  BioplasticsEngineering polymers (PA, ABS, PBT, PC, POM, PMMA)Materials testingPA / polyamidePE / polyethylenePETPolymer sourcing and distributionPP / polypropylenePS / polystyreneResin pricingRubberThermosetsTPEs

  Recycling & sustainability

  Chemical recyclingGreen chemistryMechanical recyclingNatural fibresOcean plasticsRecycling engineering plasticsRecycling flexible packagingStrategies for plastics sustainabilityWaste management and feedstock for recycling

  Rigid packaging

  Blow mouldingCaps and closuresFood and drinksMedical devices and rigid disposablesMoulded fibre packagingRigid packagingSingle-serve capsulesSmart packagingThermoformingThin wall packaging

  CommentsI have read, understood, and consent to your privacy policy

  This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. You are also protected by AMI’s Privacy Policy.

  Enquire now

Polymers

• LDPE/LLDPE
• HDPE
• PP
• PS
• ABS/SAN and its blends
• PC and its blends
• PA 6/6.6
• PBT
• POM
• PMMA
  
  

Note: PET is not included as consumers are typically very large companies using more than 1,000 tonnes/year. The European producers serve these processors directly. PVC is also excluded as it is not a typical distribution product.

In addition, the report will provide an overview of the current role of the distribution channel within the sustainable solutions segment.

Geographical scope

• France
• Germany
• Italy
• United Kingdom
• Spain
• Poland
• Benelux (Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg)
• Nordic Region (Finland, Denmark, Norway, Sweden)
• Other Western Europe: Austria, Switzerland, Greece, Republic of Ireland, Portugal. Data provided for each country
• Other Central and Eastern Europe: Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovenia, Croatia (and Serbia). Data provided for each country
  
  

Data points

The study will quantify the market for 2018, 2023, 2024 and provides forecasts for 2028.