Germany holds the top position in European stone processing employment, with minor declines of 0.11% in 2023. Italy follows with a notable decrease of 4.24%. Poland and Croatia's employment figures rose by 2.62% and 3.11%, respectively, showing growth momentum. Spain experienced a significant drop of 7.42%, highlighting its volatility. The UK saw modest growth of 0.74%. Bosnia and Herzegovina stood out with a 6.23% increase, reflecting notable growth. Negative trends were observed across most countries, with Bulgaria and Serbia facing steeper declines at 4.67% and 4.17%.
Future trends to watch include:
- Technological advancements which might reduce manual labor needs in stone processing.
- Economic recovery post-COVID-19 has potential to boost construction demands, thereby increasing stone industry employment.
- Emphasis on sustainable practices could alter labor demographics, requiring new skills.
- Continued development in Eastern Europe might see a growth in employment as industries expand.
Top countries in Cutting, Shaping and Finishing of Stone Number of Persons Employed by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 26,680 | 2023 | +2.14% | -0.11% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 26,570 | 2023 | -4.04% | -4.24% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 15,700 | 2023 | +2.79% | +2.62% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 12,800 | 2023 | -11.49% | -7.42% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 10,460 | 2023 | +1.36% | +0.74% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 9,960 | 2023 | +0.03% | +0.34% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 6,040 | 2023 | -4.63% | -2.23% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 4,800 | 2023 | +0.13% | -1.06% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 3,300 | 2023 | -0.061% | -0.28% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 2,990 | 2023 | -0.27% | +3.11% | View data |
