In 2023, Germany led European Stone, Sand, and Clay Quarrying employment, holding a significant 19.4% share. Meanwhile, countries like Romania and Hungary showed notable increases in employment, with Romania posting a 3.61% rise and Hungary a substantial 12.28% growth. Conversely, France and Spain saw significant declines, with France at -13.84% and Spain at -9.1%. The United Kingdom and Poland also experienced decreases, though at a moderate rate.
Future trends to watch in the European Stone, Sand, and Clay Quarrying sector include:
- Germany's continued dominance, potentially influencing regional employment patterns.
- Potential recovery in countries with declining trends like France and Spain as markets stabilize.
- Growth opportunities in Eastern European countries showing increasing employment shares.
Top countries in Stone, Sand and Clay Quarrying Number of Persons Employed Share by Country (Units (Employees))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 19.4 | 2023 | +1.03% | +1.04% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 11.39 | 2023 | -0.56% | -0.94% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 10.82 | 2023 | -1.66% | -2.88% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 6.5 | 2023 | -5.21% | -3.9% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 6.16 | 2023 | +0.11% | +3.61% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 4.72 | 2023 | +0.82% | +1.18% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 4.37 | 2023 | -15.85% | -9.1% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 3.3 | 2023 | -1.31% | -1.15% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 3.22 | 2023 | -22.4% | -13.84% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 3.18 | 2023 | +12.3% | +12.28% | View data |
