EPDs for Single-Ply PVC in Europe: The Ultimate Guide
Planning a new PVC roofing membrane EPD in 2026? Here is the complete, data-first picture for single-ply PVC and PVC-P membranes in Europe, including who is publishing, which program operators dominate, and which PCRs competitors choose. Snapshot: 45 current EPDs from 24 manufacturers across 6 program operators using 7 distinct PCRs, with the latest issue on Dec 9, 2024.
What we mean by “Single-Ply PVC” in this guide
This article covers single-ply PVC roofing membranes, often labeled PVC-P, vinyl roofing, or thermoplastic sheet roofing. Adjacent products like acoustic underlays or radon barriers occasionally sit near this category in public registries, so always confirm PCR and product scope before benchmarking.
The 2021–2025 pulse of publishing
Momentum is steady and professional. We observed 45 currently valid EPDs issued in the last five years, with a clear ramp in 2023 and healthy output in 2024.
| Year | EPDs issued |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 11 |
| 2025 | 0 |
The most recent EPD in this set posted on Dec 9, 2024. It lists SIEGENIA-AUBI KG as manufacturer and ift Rosenheim as program operator with an expiry on Dec 9, 2029, which illustrates a common reality in public registries. Category labels can capture outliers, so match on PCR and scope, not keywords, when you compare footprint results.
Who is publishing: manufacturers by activity
The field is fragmented yet competitive. SOPREMA SAS leads with 9 current EPDs. Renolit Belgium has 5, Fatra holds 4, and VM BUILDING SOLUTIONS and DANOSA each show 3. Sika appears through multiple entities, with one EPD each from Sika Deutschland, Sika France, and Sika Ltd. A long tail of European players carries one or two declarations each, including Bauder, FDT Flachdach Technologie, and Mapei.
Why it matters commercially is simple. Where specifiers require third‑party verified EPDs, a product without one often faces conservative default factors in carbon accounting that can knock it out of contention before price is discussed. An on‑scope, current EPD keeps you in the serious set.
Program operators: two clear homes for PVC roofing EPDs
Two operators account for the majority of current declarations. EPD International AB and INIES each carry 19 EPDs in this set. That split signals both cross‑border adoption and a strong French footprint. IBU hosts 4, while BRE, EPD Italy, and ift Rosenheim each host one.
Diversity check helps with risk. EPD International AB spans 10 manufacturers here, which makes it a common publishing home for competitors. INIES covers 7 manufacturers, reinforcing its relevance if France is strategic for sales.
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The PCRs competitors actually use
Picking the right rulebook is half the win. Here is the breakdown of PCR usage and timing so you can align to the center of gravity.
| PCR | EPDs | Latest listed expiry |
|---|---|---|
| PCR 2019:14 Construction products (EN 15804+A2) v1.3.3 | 16 | Dec 4, 2028 |
| Sustainability of construction works — National addition to NF EN 15804+A1 | 10 | Oct 24, 2027 |
| Sustainability of construction works — National addition to NF EN 15804+A2 | 9 | May 6, 2029 |
| PCR 2019:14 Construction products (EN 15804:A2) | 3 | Mar 13, 2028 |
| EN 15804:2012 + A1:2013 core rules | 1 | Feb 23, 2026 |
| Part B: Plastic and elastomer roofing and sealing sheet systems | 1 | Nov 25, 2027 |
| Teil B: Dach- und Dichtungsbahnsysteme aus Kunststoffen und Elastomeren | 1 | Aug 23, 2029 |
| Unknown PCR | 4 | Dec 9, 2029 |
Translation to action. If you sell across Europe, PCR 2019:14 under EN 15804+A2 and the French national additions to EN 15804 dominate the competitive set. Many teams treat the French national addition as a must if they want to be specified on public or large private projects in France.
Renewal clock: upcoming expiries you can plan around
The expiry curve gives you the simple playbook for refresh timing. Expect a wave in 2026 and a larger one in 2028, then another in 2029.
2026 shows 9 expiries, including A2‑based PCRs and several French A1 national additions. 2027 brings 11 expiries, still heavy in French A1 and a specialty Part B for plastic and elastomer sheets. 2028 peaks at 14 expiries, driven mostly by PCR 2019:14 v1.3.3 under EN 15804+A2. 2029 holds 11, with many under the French A2 national addition.
If your EPDs land in those clusters, start data collection well ahead of the window so you are not renewing while responding to tenders. The five‑year validity cycle only helps if you control the renewal month.
How often teams use an EPD consultant
Nearly half of the EPDs in this category involved a third‑party developer or consultant, with 21 of 45 prepared by an external service provider. That maps to how manufacturers protect internal engineering bandwidth while keeping review cycles moving. If you want to keep your senior people focused on production and R&D, an EPD service provider like Parq can shoulder the data wrangling and program‑operator workflows so you publish faster and with less stress.
Notably absent manufacturers to watch
Two names stand out when buyers ask about PVC roofing membranes in Europe.
Protan shows no current product‑specific EPDs in the main public registries as of Jan 19, 2026, despite prior activity that has since expired. For competitive bids where EPDs are mandatory, that gap can complicate specification in several markets. BMI Group appears with current EPDs for roofing underlays and related membranes, yet we did not find a current, product‑specific EPD for its Monarplan PVC roofing within this single‑ply PVC slice. If either organization has a new release, it may be listed under an adjacent category or very recent and not yet visible in common registries. This matters, alot.
Picking the right operator for your route to market
If France is core, INIES alignment can shorten the path from EPD to specification because local buyers and databases see it first. If you sell in multiple EU markets, EPD International AB has broad recognition and is used by a wider competitor set in this data. IBU also appears in this category and is a frequent home for building products across the DACH region.
Fast path to a resilient EPD set
Work backward from your bid calendar and your top two PCRs. Gather site utility, material, and waste data for a clear reference year, then let your consultant translate it into an LCA that passes third‑party verification. If one of your declarations expires in mid‑2026, stack a renewal slot now so it does not collide with a product launch or plant audit. Small planning decisions save weeks of lead time.
A note on the data and how to get the full file
This article is based on the global public registry that most specifiers use. Because registries can have loading lags, some EPDs issued in the second half of 2025 may not yet appear in the counts above. If you want the full, up‑to‑date background dataset for this article, connect with me on LinkedIn and send a message. I am happy to share the raw table, answer questions, or hop on a quick call to help you pick the best fit PCR for your upcoming EPDs based on the competitive landscape.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which program operators are most used for single-ply PVC EPDs in Europe?
EPD International AB and INIES each carry 19 current EPDs in this set, with IBU at 4 and BRE, EPD Italy, and ift Rosenheim at 1 each.
Which PCRs are most common and when do they expire next?
PCR 2019:14 under EN 15804+A2 v1.3.3 leads with 16 EPDs and latest expiry on Dec 4, 2028. French national additions to EN 15804 (A1 and A2) are also common and run through Oct 24, 2027 and May 6, 2029 respectively.
How many EPDs used a third‑party consultant?
21 of 45 current EPDs were prepared with an external developer or consultant, roughly 47%.
When is the next busy renewal window for PVC roofing EPDs?
Upcoming expiries cluster in 2026, 2028, and 2029. Teams with expiries in those years should plan renewals early to keep bids moving.
About the Author
With a passion for sustainability and a love for complex data, Toby helps manufacturers efficiently collect data from across their organization and get their EPDs done right. He’s especially interested in how AI can support human expertise, helping R&D and factory teams work faster, smarter, and with less friction.
