In 2023, Germany led European employment in lead, zinc, and tin production, with over 3,000 employees; an increase of 0.076% from the previous year. Bulgaria saw a 0.9% decrease, and France grew by 4.13%. Spain's workforce declined by 1.14%, while Belgium experienced a 2.23% rise. Italy's employment rose slightly by 0.85%. The Netherlands and Norway saw negligible changes, whereas Croatia, Greece, and Portugal experienced workforce reductions.
Future trends to watch include digital transformation leading to automation in mining, potentially reducing workforce requirements, while initiatives in sustainability and circular economy might create job opportunities across Europe.
Top countries in Lead, Zinc and Tin Production Number of Persons Employed by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 3,170 | 2023 | +1.25% | +0.076% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Bulgaria | 1,700 | 2023 | -2.08% | -0.9% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 1,540 | 2023 | +0.59% | +4.13% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 1,490 | 2023 | -0.067% | -1.14% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 1,180 | 2023 | +2.88% | +2.23% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 1,140 | 2023 | -0.26% | +0.85% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 656 | 2023 | -1.2% | -0.77% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 411 | 2023 | -0.24% | 0% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 157 | 2023 | +36.52% | -5.29% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 71 | 2023 | -5.33% | -3.76% | View data |
