European Electronic and Optical Equipment Repair Number of Persons Employed Share by Country (Units (Employees))

In 2023, Italy led the European electronic and optical equipment repair sector, employing the largest share of individuals at 18.99%, despite a 5.97% year-on-year decline. Poland, ranked second, saw a minor decrease of 0.46%, while the United Kingdom experienced a growth of 2.78%. Germany and France observed year-on-year declines of 7.95% and 2.22%, respectively. Notably, the Netherlands demonstrated significant growth at 8.5%, and Belgium saw the most considerable increase at 10.62%. Negative growth trends were also observed in Lithuania and Norway.

For future trends, countries demonstrating positive growth, like the Netherlands and Belgium, might lead innovation in repair services. Moreover, trends towards digitalization and sustainability in repair processes could drive employment shifts. Watch for potential recovery in markets like Germany, as technological advancements and circular economy efforts might stimulate employment growth.