In 2023, China accounted for the largest share of total researchers in manufacturing, representing 42.23% of the global full-time equivalent. Japan and South Korea followed with 19.2% and 13.17%, respectively. Among European countries, Germany led with 10.28%, while Taiwan held 4.92%. Noteworthy year-on-year variations included South Korea's 3.39% growth, Taiwan's 3.54%, and Poland's 5.01%. Conversely, Canada and Australia experienced declines of 1.0% and 1.12%, respectively.
Future trends to watch include continued growth in Asian manufacturing hubs, owing to technological advancements and investments, potentially shifting balances in global research distributions. Further investments in automation and AI will likely influence these trends.
Top countries in Total Researchers in Manufacturing Share by Country (Units (Full-Time Equivalent))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 42.23 | 2023 | +1.16% | +1.44% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 19.2 | 2023 | +0.12% | -0.1% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Korea | 13.17 | 2023 | +3.31% | +3.39% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 10.28 | 2023 | +1.96% | +2.46% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Taiwan | 4.92 | 2023 | +3.05% | +3.54% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 2.45 | 2023 | +1.63% | +1.62% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 2.09 | 2023 | +2.89% | +3.42% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Canada | 1.16 | 2023 | -1.84% | -1% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 1.09 | 2023 | +4.33% | +5.01% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 0.88 | 2023 | +1.03% | +0.56% | View data |
