The European plastic and rubber machinery sector exhibits diverse employment trends across countries. Germany dominates with a workforce of 36.32 thousand, while Italy, with 9.16 thousand, has seen a decline of 4.19% in employment. France and Austria sustain intermediate employment sizes but show contrasting trends with a slight decrease and increase, respectively. The Czech Republic, Poland, and Slovakia are on an upward trajectory with consistent growth in employment. Conversely, the UK has experienced a significant drop by 47.46%. Portugal shows the highest growth rate at 6.12%, whereas small markets like Latvia remain stable.
Future trends to monitor include the impact of automation and sustainability initiatives on employment. As technology evolves, many countries may experience further shifts in employment figures, particularly in response to green regulations and digital transformations in manufacturing processes. Germany is likely to maintain its leading position, while countries like the Czech Republic and Poland could see further expansion in their roles within the industry, contingent on their ability to adapt to technological advancements.
Top countries in Plastic and Rubber Machinery Number of Persons Employed by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 36,320 | 2023 | +0.91% | +0.17% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 9,160 | 2023 | -4.18% | -4.19% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 8,700 | 2023 | +17.28% | -1.04% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 7,540 | 2023 | +1.51% | +1.59% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 2,310 | 2023 | +4.85% | +4.87% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 2,160 | 2023 | +4.14% | +2.77% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 1,740 | 2023 | -0.8% | -0.069% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 1,520 | 2023 | +8.82% | +2.95% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 1,340 | 2023 | +1.97% | +1.61% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 1,340 | 2023 | +4.4% | +2.78% | View data |
