Market Overview
| Study Period | 2020 - 2031 |
|---|---|
| Base Year For Estimation | 2025 |
| Forecast Data Period | 2026 - 2031 |
| Market Size (2026) | USD 382.46 Million |
| Market Size (2031) | USD 700.16 Million |
| Growth Rate (2026 - 2031) | 12.86% CAGR |
| Market Concentration | Low |
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Europe Airport Baggage Handling Systems Market Analysis by Mordor Intelligence
The Europe Airport Baggage Handling Systems Market is expected to grow from USD 338.90 million in 2025 to USD 382.46 million in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 700.16 million by 2031 at 12.86% CAGR over 2026-2031.
- The airport construction industry in Europe is booming, with significant ongoing airport infrastructure development projects, such as Berlin Brandenburg Airport (scheduled to open in October 2020) and an extension of Terminal 2 at Manchester Airport (Main building construction completed in March 2020). These factors are propelling the growth of airport baggage handling systems in the European region.
- Worldwide air travel has grown at a historically sharp pace over the past two decades. Europe experienced a 3.2% increase in air passenger traffic in 2019. Airports in Europe are replacing their existing baggage handling systems with new BHS to enhance their operations and to cater to the increasing air passenger traffic in the region.
- The integration of Information Technology in logistics and baggage management has increased the service quality and efficiency of airport operations. The implementation of technologies such as Artificial Intelligence and RFID will help further decrease the number of mishandled baggage.
Note: Market size and forecast figures in this report are generated using Mordor Intelligence’s proprietary estimation framework, updated with the latest available data and insights as of January 2026.
Europe Airport Baggage Handling Systems Market Trends and Insights
Above 40 Million Segment is Anticipated to Show Significant Growth During the Forecast Period
- The above 40 million segment is expected to experience significant growth during the forecast period. In recent years, there has been a substantial increase in the number of airports entering the segment with passenger handling capacity above 40 million.
- An increasing number of air passengers and rising expenditure on airport modernization programs drive the market's growth. For instance, Frankfurt International Airport, Germany's central airport hub, is undergoing expansion by operator Fraport with a significant investment of USD 5.7 billion. In 2022, the airport handled 48.9 million passengers, making it the sixth busiest airport in Europe in terms of passenger traffic. The expansion project includes the construction of Terminal 3, which is projected to be operational by 2026.
- The addition of Terminal 3 is expected to enhance the airport's capacity and improve the overall passenger experience. Similar projects are ongoing in several other countries in different regions. Such airport expansion projects are anticipated to generate demand for new baggage handling systems that will efficiently process passengers and baggage in the airport.
- Eastern and Southern Europe are expected to experience high growth in airport development, with numerous significant projects currently under construction to meet the increasing demand for passenger traffic. Additionally, Poland plans to invest USD 10 billion in constructing the new Warsaw Solidarity Airport, which is scheduled to be operational by 2027.
- The Solidarity Transport Hub (STH) is a new greenfield airport being developed by the Polish government, with a passenger capacity of 40 million passengers annually in its first phase. The most important feature of the airport will be the integration of air, rail, and road transport. Such developments will create demand for new baggage handling systems, driving the market's growth.
France is Expected to Show Significant Growth During the Forecast Period
- France is expected to exhibit remarkable growth in the market during the forecast period. France recorded the highest rate of air passenger traffic in Europe, and this rate is continually increasing, primarily due to the development of other medium-sized and small airports, as well as opportunities for employment and education. Due to the aforementioned factors, the airport baggage handling systems market is expected to witness significant growth.
- Due to the growth in terrorism in the European region, France has invested in airport security solutions that can efficiently scan large amounts of baggage. Projects such as the terminal expansion of Marseille Provence International Airport, which is expected to be completed by 2023, will increase passenger handling capacity from 8 million to 12 million and total passenger handling capacity to 16 million passengers.
- Additionally, Charles de Gaulle Airport is expected to receive a new terminal by 2024, in preparation for the scheduled Paris Olympics in 2024. The terminal will serve more than 30 million passengers annually, increasing the airport's total annual passenger handling capacity to over 120 million passengers.
- Several baggage-handling system players are operating in France and investing in customer service enhancement and technological developments. The aforementioned factors are propelling the growth of the airport baggage handling systems market in France.
Competitive Landscape
The Europe Airport Baggage Handling Systems Market is moderately fragmented, with several global and local players catering to the needs of large, medium, and small airports in the region. A few major players, such as BEUMER Group, Vanderlande Industries B.V., SITA, Alstef Group SAS, and Siemens AG, dominate the market. The market is witnessing significant collaboration between technology companies and baggage handling system manufacturers in the development of innovative baggage management systems. Players also strive to win contracts with major airports to generate revenues.
For instance, in February 2023, Aena Group signed a contract with Siemens Logistics to operate and maintain the baggage handling systems at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport in Spain (MAD). The service contract will run for five years and covers technical support for 140 kilometers of conveyor systems, as well as tray and belt technology.
Europe Airport Baggage Handling Systems Industry Leaders
BEUMER Group
SITA
Siemens AG
Alstef Group SAS
Vanderlande Industries B.V.
- *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Recent Industry Developments
- March 2023: Alstef Group, a provider of automated airport solutions in France, has signed a USD 11.06 million contract to supply a new baggage handling system for Sofia Airport's Terminal 2. Under the contract, the company will supply, install, and maintain the baggage handling solution with a capacity of up to 2,400 bags per hour.
- December 2022: Alstef Group received a contract to upgrade the baggage handling system at Strasbourg Airport (SXB) in France. The project includes the adoption of Strasbourg Airport's baggage screening systems to meet the latest European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Standard 3.1 requirements.
Europe Airport Baggage Handling Systems Market Report Scope
A baggage handling system (BHS) is a type of conveyor system installed in an airport. It enables the transportation of passenger baggage from ticket counter areas to the area where the baggage is loaded onto the aircraft. A BHS additionally helps in transporting the checked luggage, which is unloaded from the plane to the baggage claim area.
The European baggage handling systems market is segmented by airport capacity and geography. By airport capacity, the market is segmented into those with up to 15 million passengers, 15-25 million passengers, 25-40 million passengers, and above 40 million passengers. By geography, the market is classified into the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, and the Rest of Europe.
The report provides the market size and forecasts by value (in USD million) for all the aforementioned segments.
Airport Capacity
| Up to 15 million |
| 15 - 25 million |
| 25 - 40 million |
| Above 40 Million |
Geography
| Europe | United Kingdom |
| Germany | |
| France | |
| Italy | |
| Rest of Europe |
| Airport Capacity | Up to 15 million | |
| 15 - 25 million | ||
| 25 - 40 million | ||
| Above 40 Million | ||
| Geography | Europe | United Kingdom |
| Germany | ||
| France | ||
| Italy | ||
| Rest of Europe | ||
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Key Questions Answered in the Report
How big is the Europe Airport Baggage Handling Systems Market?
The Europe Airport Baggage Handling Systems Market size is expected to reach USD 382.46 million in 2026 and grow at a CAGR of 12.86% to reach USD 700.16 million by 2031.
What is the current Europe Airport Baggage Handling Systems Market size?
In 2026, the Europe Airport Baggage Handling Systems Market size is expected to reach USD 382.46 million.
Who are the key players in Europe Airport Baggage Handling Systems Market?
BEUMER Group, SITA, Siemens AG, Alstef Group SAS and Vanderlande Industries B.V. are the major companies operating in the Europe Airport Baggage Handling Systems Market.
What years does this Europe Airport Baggage Handling Systems Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?
In 2024, the Europe Airport Baggage Handling Systems Market size was estimated at USD 294.37 million. The report covers the Europe Airport Baggage Handling Systems Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Europe Airport Baggage Handling Systems Market size for years: 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029, 2030 and 2031.
