In 2023, Poland dominated the European steel drums and containers employment sector, accounting for a 37.39% share of employees, experiencing a minor contraction of 1.41% year-on-year. Germany followed with an 18.06% share, declining by 4.52%. Italy ranked third at 11.26%, with a 6.02% drop. Notably, Serbia showed a remarkable 45.79% increase in employment, while Bulgaria faced the steepest decline at 41.82%.
Future trends to watch include:
- The potential stabilizing or increasing demand for eco-friendly containers which may require employment shifts.
- Technological advancements potentially reducing workforce needs but increasing efficiency.
- Ongoing economic and export policy changes, especially in key countries like Germany and Poland, affecting employment dynamics.
Top countries in Steel Drums and Similar Containers Number of Persons Employed Share by Country (Units (Employees))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 37.39 | 2023 | +0.92% | -1.41% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 18.06 | 2023 | -2.69% | -4.52% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 11.26 | 2023 | -1.86% | -6.02% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 5.6 | 2023 | -0.94% | -1.7% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 5.34 | 2023 | -0.37% | -1.75% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 4.23 | 2023 | +0.32% | -0.37% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 4.08 | 2023 | -0.33% | -0.49% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 3.48 | 2023 | +0.97% | +1.07% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 3 | 2023 | -1.32% | -3.98% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 2.01 | 2023 | +0.98% | -4.55% | View data |
