The European Market for Lighting Fixtures

SCOPE AND STRUCTURE OF THE REPORT

Through this report, CSIL offers a reference analysis of lighting industry in Europe, combining quantitative and qualitative analysis, for country-level comparisons and medium-term market outlooks, including:

• Historical data by country and by segment
• Market forecasts with regional and country-level insights
• LED lighting market evolution and share of smart lighting market
• Distribution channels for lighting fixtures and market structure
• International trade flows and market openness
• Competitive landscape, lighting companies in Europe and performance

Now in its 35th edition, the report is part of CSIL’s long-standing global monitoring of the lighting fixtures industry and international lighting markets.

Geographical Coverage

30 European countries including the 27 States of the European Union, plus the United Kingdom, Norway and Switzerland. The 30 countries are divided into five areas according to their geographical proximity and similarity in market characteristics:

• Northern Europe: Denmark (DK), Finland (FI), Norway (NO) and Sweden (SE)
• Western Europe: Belgium (BE), France (FR), Ireland (IE), Netherlands (NL) and the United Kingdom (UK). Unless otherwise specified, figures for Belgium include those for Luxembourg.
• Central Europe (DACH): Germany (DE), Austria (AT) and Switzerland (CH)
• Southern Europe: Greece (GR), Italy (IT), Portugal (PT) and Spain (ES)
• Central-Eastern Europe: Bulgaria (BG), Cyprus (CY), Croatia (HR), Czech Republic (CZ), Estonia (EE), Hungary (HU), Latvia (LV), Lithuania (LT), Malta (MT), Poland (PL), Romania (RO), Slovakia (SK) and Slovenia (SI)

STRUCTURE OF THE REPORT

The report is structured into 7 chapters and an annexes, delivering an in-depth and comprehensive analysis of the European lighting fixtures market.

Scenario and Outlook for the Lighting Fixtures Market in Europe

A comprehensive overview of the market and lighting fixtures product segmentation in Europe, including forecasts:

• Basic data on production, consumption, imports and exports at both European and country level (2020-2025)
• Market breakdown by segment (residential, professional indoor and outdoor lighting) and by country
• LED penetration and incidence across the European lighting fixtures market
• Leading groups and evolution of market shares (2020–2025), including selected M&A deals
• Market forecasts for Europe and individual countries (2026–2028)

European Lighting Fixtures Market: Country Analysis

A cross-country comparison of the performance of the lighting fixtures sector, including for each country:

• Production, exports, imports and consumption of Lighting Fixtures (2020-2025)
• Market breakdown by segment (residential, professional, outdoor)
• Macroeconomic indicators (GDP, GDP per capita, inflation, construction investments)
• Lighting fixtures market forecasts 2026-2028

International Trade and European Lighting Fixtures Market Openness

International trade dynamics of lighting fixtures in Europe over the years 2020-2025 analysed through:

• Detailed tables and graphs on exports and imports both at European and country level
• Exports and imports broken down by country and geographic area of destination and origin
• Breakdown of exports and imports by segment (residential, professional)

Market Structure: Products and Applications

The lighting fixtures market in Europe is broken down by segment, product type and application:

• Residential (Indoor) lighting: market value and product breakdown
• Professional (Indoor) lighting: commercial and industrial applications
• Outdoor lighting: market value and breakdown by application
• Forecasts by segment 2026-2028
• LED & Connected lighting incidence by segment

Lighting Fixtures in Europe: Distribution Channels

An overview of the distribution structure and channel development of the European lighting fixtures market, including :

• Contract / Direct sales
• Electrical wholesalers
• Specialist Lighting Retailers
• Lifestyle Retailers / Home Improvement / DIY
• E-commerce

Competitive System: Lighting Fixtures Companies Operating in Europe

The competitive system analysis offers insight into leading local and foreign players, citing around 300 companies, operating in each application and design segment as well as in each country:

• Sales and market shares of leading companies
• Rankings by segment and by country
• Company profiles of leading players
• Focus on European lighting fixtures exports and market shares outside Europe, by area of destination

International Trade and Financial Analysis

Detailed tables on lighting fixtures exports and imports by single country (30 European Countries considered), for the last 6 years, broken down by country and by geographic area of destination/origin

Builds on a sample of around 115 European companies active in the lighting sector, a study of their main profitability ratios (ROA, ROE, and EBITDA), and measures their employee ratios.

Selected companies

What are the main lighting companies in Europe?

This report analyses over 480 companies, among local and international lighting companies operating in Europe. CSIL’s competitive system analysis in this study offers details on companies’ sales and profiles.

Among the largest companies considered in the report: Artemide, Bega, Briloner, Delta Light, Disano, Eclatec, Eglo, Erco, Fagerhult, Flos, Gewiss, Glamox, Ikea, LEDS-C4, Ledvance, Linea Light, Lival, Louis Poulsen, Luceco, LUG Light, Ragni, Robe Lighting, RZB, Schreder, SG Armaturen, Signify, Siteco, SLV, Thorpe, Trilux, Xal, Zumtobel

FAQ

1. How large is the lighting fixtures market in Europe?

The lighting fixtures market in Europe accounts for about EUR 20 billion according to CSIL. The report covers lighting fixtures market size (2020–2025) as well as segment breakdown (Residential, Professional, Outdoor), LED technology adoption, trade flows, distribution channels, and competitive landscape at a European and country level.

2. What are the prospects and forecasts for the lighting fixtures market in Europe?

CSIL provides market forecasts 2026–2028 at a European and country level, based on macroeconomic projections, statistical analysis, and field research. After a short-term decline, long-term projections are estimated to remain solid.

3. How is the European lighting fixtures market structured?

The market is segmented into Residential indoor, Professional indoor (commercial + industrial), and Outdoor lighting. The report also provides estimates for applications and product destinations.

4. How open is the European market to international trade?

Detailed trade analysis shows lighting exports/imports by country and region for 2020-2025.

5. Which distribution channels are considered in the analysis of the European lighting fixtures market?

Distribution channels analysed include Contract/Direct sales, Electrical wholesalers, Lighting specialist retailers, Home Improvement/DIY stores, and E-commerce.

6. Who are the largest players in Europe?

The report provides insights into the leading European manufacturers, including turnover, market share, and positioning of the main companies both within each market segment and by country.

7. Which countries are the largest lighting markets in Europe?

The report provides data and analysis for the largest lighting markets in Europe, including Germany, the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Poland, and Spain, alongside detailed coverage of 30 European countries.

8. What are the main trends regarding lighting fixtures in Europe?

The report analyses the main trends shaping the European lighting fixtures market, including the evolution of LED and connected lighting technology.

9. What methodology, sources and tools CSIL used to carry out this research report?

The report is based on a structured mixed methodology combining CSIL proprietary databases on manufacturers and retailers, official macroeconomic statistics and forecasts, official trade data, trade press and sector associations, and direct interviews with leading companies.