Construction's ‘perfect storm’
European construction is working through some of the most difficult trading conditions in decades. Soaring costs, higher interest rates and material and labour shortages all threaten expected levels of activity over the coming years.
Our latest research report surveys over 850 Construction Managers across Europe on the big issues shaping the industry today.
Research conducted in 2024
8 Key regions | UK, Ireland, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Benelux and the Nordics
853 Construction managers
Key industry challenges
- Higher material costs – construction managers are paying more for the essentials that keep builds to schedule
- Supply chain stresses – access and availability to the right solutions is not guaranteed, and what’s delivered is often poorly matched for its chosen application
- Skills shortages – on-site efficiency is also impacted by scarcity in the labour market, particularly skilled engineers and energy managers
These issues are having a knock-on effect, limiting access to more efficient technology despite there being a clear focus on sustainability for the majority of construction managers. Download our report to learn about Aggreko's research and the action being taken to elevate the industry.
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Find out how we're alleviating bottlenecks that delay builds, and other challenges shaping the sector's future, all without losing sight of progress on emissions and efficiency.