In 2023, Germany led the employment in the European wood products sector with 116,570 employed, experiencing a slight increase of 1.08%. Meanwhile, Poland employed 98,080, with a marginal decrease of 0.63%. The UK showed a modest growth of 0.45% with 80,390 employees, whereas Italy faced a significant drop of 5.2% to 67,510. Notably, smaller economies like Macedonia demonstrated growth at 1.98%, while Greece saw a steep decline of 11.97%. Over the past five years, the sector's compound annual growth rate (CAGR) varied greatly across countries, driving diverse regional performances.
Future trends to watch include the potential impact of technological advancements and sustainability efforts on employment dynamics within the sector. Moreover, labor market adjustments in response to policy changes and international trade agreements will likely influence employment figures across different European countries.
Top countries in Wood Products Number of Persons Employed by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 116,570 | 2023 | +0.64% | +1.08% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 98,080 | 2023 | -0.77% | -0.63% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 80,390 | 2023 | +1.28% | +0.45% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 67,510 | 2023 | -5.65% | -5.2% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 40,630 | 2023 | -1.35% | -2.34% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 36,710 | 2023 | -8% | -5.05% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 35,790 | 2023 | -3.58% | -3.18% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Switzerland | 30,530 | 2023 | -0.64% | -0.76% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 23,590 | 2023 | -1.57% | -1.27% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 23,360 | 2023 | +1.84% | +1.44% | View data |
