In 2023, Italy dominated the European Tanning and Dressing of Leather, and Dressing and Dyeing of Fur sectors, accounting for 58.94% of employment. Germany, Spain, and Portugal followed with significantly smaller shares. Notably, employment in Serbia and Slovakia increased, while France and Bulgaria experienced sharp declines. The sector shows varied trends, with Southern and Eastern European countries often facing workforce reductions, while some smaller markets maintain or slightly increase employment.
Looking forward, the industry should monitor the effects of increasing automation, sustainability trends, and geopolitical factors, which may reshape the employment landscape and drive shifts in labor requirements across European countries.
Top countries in Tanning and Dressing of Leather; Dressing and Dyeing of Fur Number of Persons Employed Share by Country (Units (Employees))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 58.94 | 2023 | -0.22% | -0.7% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 7.03 | 2023 | +0.49% | -0.23% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 6.93 | 2023 | -3.58% | -3.71% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 5.05 | 2023 | -3.45% | -3.75% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 4.94 | 2023 | -0.38% | -3.36% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 4.22 | 2023 | -3.26% | -5.78% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Serbia | 2.08 | 2023 | +4.52% | +8.04% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 1.86 | 2023 | -1.48% | -6.51% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 1.52 | 2023 | +3.06% | +1.96% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 1.37 | 2023 | -24.55% | -18.23% | View data |
