Eastern Europe Infrastructure Construction Market Size and Trends Analysis by Countries, Sector and Segment Forecast to 2026
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Eastern Europe Infrastructure Construction Market Report Overview
The Eastern Europe infrastructure construction market size will be valued at $228 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.2% over the forecast period. The market growth in the Eastern Europe region is primarily driven by the strong project pipeline in the electricity and power sector domain.
As countries in Eastern Europe are predominantly energy and commodity-importing countries with strong trade links to Russia, the impact of the sanctions on Russia is expected to be more profound in the region, exacerbating inflation and restricting growth in the construction sector. The construction output is expected to decline by (0.5%) in 2022 for the region.
Eastern Europe Infrastructure Construction Market Outlook, 2019-26 ($ Billion)
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According to estimates from GlobalData, the Eastern Europe infrastructure construction market observed growth of nearly 2.8% in 2020 followed by a 1.2% growth rate in 2021. The growth momentum was supported by the strong output values from Russia. For instance, the infrastructure construction output growth (Real) for Russia in 2021 was evaluated at nearly 5.7%, followed by Poland at approximately 2.1% and then the Czech Republic at 1.4%.
Eastern Europe Infrastructure Construction Market Segmentation by Sectors
The Eastern Europe infrastructure construction industry covers sectors including railways, roads, water and sewage, electricity and power, and others. Among these, roads category accounted for nearly 46.0% of the overall share in 2023 and is projected to continue its dominance over the forecast period.
Roads: The Eastern Europe road infrastructure sector is anticipated to showcase constrained growth owing to the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Although, Russia’s road infrastructure investment is expected to remain stable as the government’s planned expenditure of RUB1 trillion ($13.7 billion) from its National Wealth Fund on infrastructure projects by 2023.
In Turkey, road transport will be improved under Transportation and Logistics Master Plan – Transportation 2053 Vision, with new investments announced to aid the expansion of the road network from 28,650km in 2022 to 38,000km in 2053 and the highway network from 3,633km in 2022 to 8,325km in 2053.
Eastern Europe Infrastructure Construction Market Share by Sectors, 2023 (%)
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Electricity and Power: This sector in terms of its market share in the overall Eastern Europe infrastructure is projected to capture the second highest market share post roads category. Eastern Europe electricity and power construction projects are estimated to be dominated by Poland. The country is heavily invested in developing and upgrading its electricity and power network through a dual effort of public and private spending in the renewable sector. For instance, the total spending in the electricity and power sector of Poland is evaluated at more than $90.5 billion with nearly 84 upcoming projects. Similarly, other Eastern Europe countries excluding Russia, Turkey, and the Czech Republic have a total combined investment value of over $247.5 billion.
Water and Sewage: The water and sewage segment accounted for the third largest market share in 2023 in terms of construction output value (Real $ billion, 2017). Although, this sector is estimated to observe the lowest investment in terms of monetary value as compared to its counterpart categories. There are considerable disparities in renewable freshwater resources across the region, which has caused water scarcity in countries with fewer resources. Spending on water and sewage projects will be primarily driven by government efforts to address the issue of water scarcity. The potential for cooperation between countries in the region may allow for a more equitable distribution of water from the region’s freshwater resources, driving investment in new distribution pipelines.
Railways: The railways sector is anticipated to showcase the highest compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of nearly 2.8% over the forecast period. The new investments in the sector are widely supported by new project pipelines in countries including Russia, Turkey, Romania, and Poland. For instance, in August 2022, the Polish railway manager of PKP Polskie Linie Kolejowe S.A. (a subsidiary of Polish State Railways) said that the government is planning to invest in the railway sector for the construction of a railway track between Szczecin Główny and the German border. The project also involves the construction of new railway stations in Przecław, Szczecin Pomorzany Południowy, Warzymice, and Kołbaskowo.
Others: The others category comprises airports, ports, marine, and inland waterways. The airport construction projects pipeline in Eastern Europe region is anticipated with a total value of $33.3 billion, which includes projects from the announcement to execution stages. Likewise, the port construction project pipeline in the region is estimated at around $30.6 billion.
Eastern Europe Infrastructure Construction Market Segmentation by Countries
Russia is projected to remain a dominant country in terms of output value in 2023, accounting for a market share of more than 27.0%. The infrastructure construction sector was the third largest sector in 2023, accounting for over 19% of its total output that year.
The infrastructure sector is expected to post healthy growth in 2022, driven by the government’s efforts to upgrade the country’s rail, road, and other public transport infrastructure. The sector is poised to grow by 7.7% in 2022, before posting contractions of 2.7% and 0.3% in 2023 and 2024, respectively. The decline over the next two years will primarily be driven by declining public revenues amid the impact of Western sanctions on energy imports.
Poland is anticipated to emerge as the second-largest country in the overall Eastern Europe infrastructure construction industry. The infrastructure construction sector is expected to increase by 4.3% in real terms in 2022, supported by the government’s efforts to increase investment in railway infrastructure. For instance, among the largest projects in the pipeline is the $7.8 billion Rail Baltica II High-Speed Rail project, which involves the construction of an 870km-long, double-track, 1,435mm-gauge electrified rail line with a speed of 240km/h. Thus, a strong pipeline in the railway’s domain is projected to assist the country’s growth over the predicted timeline.
Turkey’s infrastructure construction sector is predicted to account for the third-largest share in the regional dynamics of the Eastern Europe infrastructure construction market. However, the country’s infrastructure construction sector is expected to decline by 6.1% and 4.5% in 2022 and 2023, respectively, due to an increase in financial debts, rising inflation, currency weakness, and supply chain disruption, which have led to delays and cancellations of projects, and reduced the government’s capacity to invest in new projects.
Eastern Europe Infrastructure Construction Market Share by Country, 2023 (%)
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The infrastructure construction sector in Czech Republic is expected to grow by 3.9% in 2022, before registering an annual average growth of 1.5% between 2023 and 2026. This growth is supported by European financing for the highest number of rail projects selected under the first call for proposals of the CEF2 2021–27. Under this, a total of 12 projects will receive a European co-financing of CZK9.5 billion ($431 million) by 2023.
Eastern Europe Infrastructure Construction Market Research Scope
Market Size in 2023 | $228.0 billion |
Market Size in 2026 | $255.9 billion |
CAGR | 2.2% from 2022 to 2026 |
Historic Years | 2016-2021 |
Forecast Period | 2022-2026 |
Report Scope & Coverage | Sector Overview, Construction Output Value ($ Million), Project Pipeline by Country and Sector, Regional Outlook by Key Sectors, Top 20 Project Details by Sector |
Key Segments | Roads, Railways, Electricity and Power, Water and Sewage, Others |
Key Countries | Russia, Poland, Turkey, Czech Republic, Rest of Eastern Europe |
Scope
- Eastern Europe infrastructure construction market outlook: analysis as well as historical figures and forecasts of revenue opportunities from the sector and regional segments.
- The report provides an overview of the outlook for the Eastern Europe infrastructure construction industry to 2026.
- Analysis of the outlook for infrastructure investment in major countries: Russia, Poland, Turkey, Czech Republic, and the Rest of Eastern Europe.
- Insight into the project pipelines for roads, railways, electricity and power, water and sewage, and others.
Reasons to Buy
- Evaluate regional trends in infrastructure development from insight into output values and project pipelines. Identify the fastest growers to enable assessment and targeting of commercial opportunities in the markets best suited to strategic focus.
- Identify the drivers in the Eastern Europe infrastructure construction market and consider growth in developed economies. Formulate plans on where and how to engage with the market while minimizing any negative impact on revenues.
- Accompanying GlobalData’s Forecast products, the report examines the assumptions and drivers behind ongoing and upcoming trends in the Eastern Europe infrastructure construction market.
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Frequently asked questions
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What was the Eastern Europe infrastructure construction market size in 2023?
The infrastructure construction market size in Eastern Europe will be valued at $228 billion in 2023.
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What is the Eastern Europe infrastructure construction market growth rate?
The infrastructure construction market in Eastern Europe is expected to grow at a CAGR of 2.2% during the forecast period (2022-2026).
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What are the key sectors in the Eastern Europe infrastructure construction market?
The key sectors in the Eastern Europe infrastructure construction market are roads, railways, electricity and power, water and sewage, and others.
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Which are the key countries in the Eastern Europe infrastructure construction market?
The key countries in the Eastern Europe infrastructure construction market are Russia, Poland, Turkey, Czech Republic, and Rest of Eastern Europe.
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Is there a third level of segmentation in the report?
GlobalData’s focus is on providing reliable and accurate data that is supported by robust research methodology. Our reports undergo rigorous quality checks and are based on primary and secondary research sources, ensuring that the numbers and insights provided are trustworthy. However, despite the best efforts to gather comprehensive data, there could be instances where the available data is limited, making it challenging to provide third level segmentation. In such cases, GlobalData may choose to provide high-level insights and general trends rather than forcing segmentation that may not be backed by sufficient data. This approach ensures that the report’s overall quality and credibility are maintained.

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