In 2023, China overwhelmingly dominated the landscape of internal R&D personnel in the wood manufacturing sector, with 21.01 thousand full-time equivalents, followed by Italy and the UK. The UK saw the most significant year-on-year growth at 30.22%, while Japan and Canada experienced declines. Short-term fluctuations are noted, but over the past five years, countries like China and the UK showed consistent investment growth, while countries like Japan and Canada saw contractions.
Future trends to watch include the potential impact of environmental policies on R&D investments, which could spur increases in countries with current low involvement. Additionally, digital transformation in the sector may lead to a demand for more R&D personnel globally, particularly in developing countries looking to expand their capabilities.
Top countries in Total Internal R&D Personnel in Manufacture of Wood and of Products of Wood and Cork (Except Furniture; Manufacture of Articles of Straw and Plaiting Materials) by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Full-Time Equivalent) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 21,010 | 2023 | +6.01% | +7.85% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 1,280 | 2023 | +5.07% | +5.45% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 932.42 | 2023 | +5.95% | +30.22% | View data |
| 4 | 4 South Korea | 613.44 | 2023 | +7.53% | +8.67% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Japan | 558 | 2023 | -2.29% | -3.84% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Canada | 353 | 2023 | -6.12% | -11.14% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 319 | 2023 | +4.59% | +1.03% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 281 | 2023 | +1.44% | +3.82% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 136.22 | 2023 | -1.51% | -3.53% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 120 | 2023 | +2.56% | +0.17% | View data |
