In 2023, Belgium led the European Wood, Wood Products, and Cork sectors with a Gross Value Added (GVA) per employee FTE of €168.4k. The Netherlands, Austria, and Finland followed, showing strong productivity. Conversely, Eastern European nations like Macedonia and Bulgaria reported GVA values below €20k, indicating disparities between Western and Eastern Europe.
Key trends to watch:
- Increasing digital transformation in production processes.
- Sustainability drives towards eco-friendly materials affecting the industry.
- Potential shifts in labor dynamics as automation becomes more prevalent.
- Economic policies, including tariffs and regulations, could impact cross-border trades.
Top countries in Wood, Wood Products and Cork Gross Value Added Per Employee FTE by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Euros | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 168.4 | 2023 | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 105.5 | 2023 | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 102.6 | 2023 | View data |
| 4 | 4 Finland | 102.4 | 2023 | View data |
| 5 | 5 Switzerland | 97.9 | 2023 | View data |
| 6 | 6 Iceland | 94.2 | 2023 | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 91.5 | 2023 | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 91.5 | 2023 | View data |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 81.3 | 2023 | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 78.6 | 2023 | View data |
