Global Total Researchers in Manufacture of Textiles Share by Country (Units (Full-Time Equivalent))

In 2023, China led the global textile research sector with 59.87% of total researchers, marking a 3.1% year-on-year increase. Japan followed with 22.13% and South Korea with 8.24%, experiencing 2.31% and 5.16% growth, respectively. Italy's share grew by 4.61%, while Taiwan saw a slight decline of 0.085%. Germany and Canada noted increases of 4.05% and 8.81%. Spain faced a notable drop of 4.17%, and the UK a significant decrease of 21.42%. Smaller contributors like Slovenia, New Zealand, Norway, Romania, and Estonia showed varied but minor fluctuations.

Future trends to watch include the potential impact of technological advancements in textile manufacturing, which might affect the distribution of researchers across countries. Emerging markets could see an increase in their share as they invest in research capabilities, potentially altering the current global landscape. Additionally, the focus on sustainable textile production may drive changes in research priorities and resource allocation in key countries.