The European beer sector in 2023 saw Germany leading with the highest employment at 43.59 thousand employees. The United Kingdom, Spain, and Poland followed, reflecting a diverse employment landscape across the continent. Noteworthy growth in employment was recorded in Spain and Romania, while Austria and Norway observed slight declines. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) shows variations, with some countries displaying robust growth while others remain stable or decline.
Future trends indicate potential increases in employment driven by innovations in brewing and shifts toward craft beer production. Market dynamics, influenced by sustainability practices and consumer preferences for local products, could further shape employment trends across European nations.
Top countries in Beer Number of Persons Employed by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 43,590 | 2023 | +1.32% | +1.8% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 15,270 | 2023 | -3.25% | +3.45% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 12,560 | 2023 | +5.44% | +5.86% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 11,510 | 2023 | +2.83% | +3.81% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 9,450 | 2023 | +5.25% | +4.53% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 7,960 | 2023 | +2.48% | +2.58% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 6,810 | 2023 | +5.68% | +6.04% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 6,660 | 2023 | +4.88% | +4.58% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 6,500 | 2023 | +1.75% | +3.56% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 4,260 | 2023 | +0.17% | -0.64% | View data |
