The demand for emergency medical services in EMEA was valued at USD 8.95 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 11.69 billion by 2034. Emergency medical services in EMEA are likely to record an average growth of 2.7% over the forecast period.
Initiatives for public education are seen as essential to improving community responses in times of emergency. People in EMEA are learning critical life support (BLS) skills, including using an AED, performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and following the proper protocol for quickly accessing emergency services. As a result, the demand for emergency medical services in the EMEA is surging rapidly over the forecast period.
Key Industry Attributes
| Market Share, 2024 | USD 8.95 billion |
|---|---|
| Market Size, 2034 | USD 11.69 billion |
| Value CAGR (2024 to 2034) | 2.7% |
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In 2023, EMEA emergency medical services registered a valuation of USD 8.70 billion. The industry is expected to reach a valuation of USD 11.69 billion by 2034.
With growing urbanization, there has been an increase in cases of road accidents in Europe. Also, a rise has been observed in non-traumatic emergencies in many European countries. There has been a significant rise in the incidence of hypertension, pulmonary edema, stroke, asthma, and COPD, which has contributed to an increase in demand for EMS.
As per a report from the American Heart Association, cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death globally. CVD accounts for 17.3 million deaths per year, and the figure is expected to cross 23.6 million by 2030.
According to WHO estimates, the majority of deaths attributed to cardiovascular diseases in the coming years will be from developing countries. On the global level, by 2025, around 60% of the burden of chronic conditions will be in developing countries. Thus, the need for emergency medical services in developing countries is on the rise.
With the rising prevalence of cardiovascular disorders, the death and disability for sudden cardiac arrest has been increased. Further, factors like the rising popularity of smoking among the youth, improper diets, and high consumption of fast food are increasing the risk of cardiac problems. Thus, an increase in people requiring EMS due to cardiac issues has been observed. FMI expects the emergency medical service demand in EMEA to grow at a rate of 2.7% through the forecast years.
Innovative emergency care products like enhanced defibrillators, portable diagnostic tools, and cutting-edge patient monitoring systems are being developed by healthcare manufacturers. The devices improve EMS professionals' abilities, enabling more effective and efficient care in an emergency.
Producing and distributing high-quality medical supplies, such as medicines, prescriptions, and wound care items, is essential for EMS providers. EMS professionals' needs are being addressed by healthcare suppliers' production of more effective and specific products. Suppliers must ensure that emergency care products comply with changing healthcare regulations and standards.
Interest and investment in the EMS sector are stimulated by the availability of advanced, high-quality emergency care products in the healthcare sector. Healthcare suppliers are developing products such as personal protective equipment (PPE), cleaning equipment, and disinfection solutions in response to the increasing focus on safety and infection control. The advanced products help EMS providers be ready for different situations.
Key service providers are developing customized ambulances with modern technological features and patient care facilities. The ambulances offer a more comfortable setting for providing care and improve the effectiveness of EMS operations, leading to a positive outlook for the industry.
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In some regions of Africa, there needs to be more policies, laws, or institutional frameworks regulating emergency medical care or treatment. Therefore, the area needs to establish proper emergency medical care treatment guidelines, norms, and standards.
For instance, no statistics are available for Kenya specifically on the number, distribution, and capability of public emergency departments and ambulance services to respond to medical emergencies. To ensure complete geographic coverage, it is necessary to map emergency medical services. Hence, such a lack of specific policies guiding emergency medical care and the need for more data regarding public emergency departments is restraining the growth of EMS in Africa.
Growth Outlook by Key Countries
| Countries | CAGR |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1.0% |
| Germany | 1.4% |
| France | 1.6% |
| Italy | 2.1% |
| Spain | 1.4% |
The United Kingdom emergency medical service demand is expected to register a CAGR of 1.0% during the forecast period. Technological developments are improving the effectiveness and efficiency of emergency medical services in communication and medical equipment in the country.
According to the ‘delivery plan for recovering urgent and emergency care service’ from National Health Service - United Kingdom (2023), the government has committed to offering targeted funding for acute services as well as the overall system in order to assist in the recovery of urgent and emergency care service. Thus, the assistance of the government is benefitting the demand for EMS in the United Kingdom.
EMS demand is projected to have a CAGR of 1.4% in Germany over the forecast period. The aging population in Germany is more likely to have pre-existing chronic conditions. Acute exacerbations of diseases such as heart attacks or respiratory distress require a rapid and specialized emergency medical response. Thus, the industry is getting propelled in the country.
EMS demand is estimated to have a CAGR of 2.1% over the forecast period in Italy. Several volunteer organizations and individual volunteers work to provide EMS in the country. Thus, hospitals and doctors are assisted in the work. The population, too, receives better assistance when it comes to EMS. Therefore, there is a potential for growth in Italy for emergency medical services.
The demand for emergency medical services is set to register a CAGR of 1.6% in France. France has developed advanced hospitals and care facilities. A significant surge in EMT volunteers, infant instructors for choke, and other support team members, including ECG operators, is driving the industry in France.
Public awareness campaigns centered on communities and mental health crisis response is receiving more attention. Patient transitions are made easier via integration with healthcare systems.
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Growth Outlook by Key Service
| Service | Value CAGR |
|---|---|
| Basic Life Support | 2.8% |
| Advanced Life Support | 1.7% |
| Patient Transfer Service | 5.8% |
The advanced life support segment accounted for a dominant share of 59.0% in 2023. The advanced life support units are equipped with more medical equipment, including advanced monitoring devices, defibrillators, and medications. The tools enable advanced life support service providers to assess and manage critical medical conditions comprehensively. Thus, the advanced life support service has higher adoption rates and is expected to dominate in the forecast period.
Growth Outlook by Key Provider
| Provider | Value CAGR |
|---|---|
| Fire - Department based EMS | 1.6% |
| Government EMS | 5.6% |
| Hospital-Based EMS | 3.7% |
| Private Ambulance Service | 2.6% |
| Other EMS Agencies | 1.0% |
The hospital-based EMS and fire department-based EMS segment together held 44.1% of the industry share in 2023. Medical facilities offer hospital-based EMS units, which provide rapid access to professional assistance. Fire stations are utilized to immediately aid fire department-based EMS, which takes advantage of existing infrastructure. Both models offer efficient coordination, resource sharing, and seamless pre-hospital and hospital care transitions to enhance emergency response.
Growth Outlook by Key Fleet
| Fleet | Value CAGR |
|---|---|
| Ground Transport | 2.3% |
| Air Transport | 4.4% |
The ground transport segment is the leading fleet type, with an industry share of 82.6% in 2023. Ground ambulances provide extensive accessibility by traveling to various locations and providing medical care to patients in both urban and rural regions. The increase in road accidents necessitates ground transport emergency services. Thus, ground support emergency services are expected to continue thriving.
Leading EMS providers employ strategies such as collaboration with medical institutes and public health authorities to provide practical assistance in times of disaster. In order to improve patient care and reaction times, investment in modern equipment and training is being expanded. Similarly, collaborations with insurers, governmental organizations, and healthcare facilities are undertaken to gain a competitive edge in the EMS landscape.
Recent Developments
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Forecast Period | 2024 to 2034 |
| Historical Data Available for | 2018 to 2023 |
| Industry Analysis | USD million for Value |
| Key Regions Covered | Europe, Middle East & Africa |
| Key Countries Covered | United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, Italy, France, BENELUX, Nordic Countries, Switzerland, Hungary, Poland Romania, the Check Republic, the Rest of Europe, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Yemen, Türkiye, Israel, South Africa, Egypt, Morocco, Libya, Lebanon, and Rest of the Middle East and Africa |
| Key Segments Covered | Service, Provider, Fleet, and Region |
| Key Companies Profiled | AirAmbulance1; Premier Healthcare Germany; Air Ambulance Worldwide; MedE Emergency Medical Service (Fakeeh Care Group); European Air Ambulance (EAA); Livonta Global Pvt; Airbus; Falck A/S; Medi 4 Ambulance Service Ltd; Doctor Valley; Raqwani Medicals; Almosef AL Awal Medical Center; Horizon Air Ambulance (Horizon Jets Charter Inc.); TEBITA Ambulance; ER24; Medilife Sa?l?k Grubu; Capital Ambulance; National Ambulance; Medical Air Service; Halo Aviation |
| Report Coverage | Growth Forecast, Competition Intelligence, DROT Analysis, Industry Dynamics and Challenges, Strategic Growth Initiatives |
| Customization & Pricing | Available upon Request |
The industry in EMEA recorded a valuation of USD 8.70 billion in 2023.
The demand for EMS is expected to reach USD 11.69 billion by the end of 2034.
The United Kingdom is expected to have a CAGR of 1.0% for EMS over the forecast period.
The advanced life support segment held a prominent share of 59.0% in 2023.
The ground transport segment accounted for a prominent share of 82.8% in 2023.
1. Executive Summary 2. Market Overview 3. Key Market Trends 4. Value-Added Insights 5. Market Background 6. Market Demand (in Value or Size in USD Million) Analysis 2016 to 2023 and Forecast, 2024 to 2034 7. Market Analysis 2016 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034, By Services 7.1. Basic Life Support 7.2. Advance Life Support 7.3. Patient Transfer Services 8. Market Analysis 2016 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034, By Provider 8.1. Fire-Department-Based EMS 8.2. Government EMS 8.3. Hospital-Based EMS 8.4. Private Ambulance Service 8.5. Other EMS Agencies 9. Market Analysis 2016 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034, By Fleet 9.1. Ground Transport 9.2. Air Transport 10. Market Analysis 2016 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034, By Region 10.1. Europe 10.2. Middle East & Africa 11. Europe Market Analysis 2016 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034 12. Middle East & Africa Market Analysis 2016 to 2023 and Forecast 2024 to 2034 13. Country/State Level Market Analysis 2023 14. Competition Analysis 14.1. AirAmbulance1C 14.2. Premier Healthcare Germany 14.3. Air Ambulance Worldwide 14.4. MedE Emergency Medical Services (Fakeeh Care Group) 14.5. EAA 14.6. Livonta Global Pvt 14.7. AIRBUS 14.8. Falck A/S 14.9. Medi4 14.10. Doctorvalley 14.11. Raqwani Medicals 14.12. Almosef AL Awal Medical Center 14.13. Horizon Air Ambulance (Horizon Jets Charter Inc.) 14.14. TEBITA Ambulance 14.15. ER24 14.16. Medilife Sağlık Grubu 14.17. National Ambulance 14.18. Capital Ambulance 14.19. Medical Air Services 14.20. Halo Aviation 15. Assumptions and Acronyms Used 16. Research Methodology
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