In 2023, Germany led in European cutlery employment with 6.24k employees, albeit experiencing a decline of 0.96%. Italy showed significant growth at 13.18% with 3.52k workers, while France recorded a smaller yet positive growth of 2.94%. Portugal, Spain, and Norway saw slight declines, marking decreases of 1.49%, 1.20%, and 1.37%, respectively. Some countries like Finland and Austria noted substantial growth rates at 7.99% and 8.01%. Conversely, Serbia faced a sharp employment drop at -18.64%, and Croatia saw a decline of 6.17%. Throughout the region, varied trends suggest fluctuating stability in the cutlery industry. Future trends to watch:
- Germany's cutlery employment may continue to stabilize or decline unless offset by innovations or new business practices.
- Countries like Italy and Finland could bolster their workforce due to positive growth trends, potentially reshaping regional dominance.
- Industry adaptation to new technologies or materials might bring opportunities for countries with declining numbers.
- Sectoral shifts towards sustainability and eco-friendly production may influence employment across Europe.
Top countries in Cutlery Number of Persons Employed by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 6,240 | 2023 | -0.29% | -0.96% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 3,520 | 2023 | +15.65% | +13.18% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 2,180 | 2023 | +1.97% | +2.94% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 1,530 | 2023 | -1.1% | -1.49% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 1,490 | 2023 | +1.22% | +2.03% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 962 | 2023 | -7.33% | -1.2% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 255 | 2023 | +2% | +2.63% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 232 | 2023 | +0.43% | +1.07% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 141 | 2023 | +7.63% | +7.99% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 97 | 2023 | +7.78% | +8.01% | View data |
