The European Textile, Apparel and Leather Machinery sector exhibits a significant concentration of employment in Germany and Italy, with shares of 38.14% and 24.77% respectively. Notably, France and the Czech Republic follow, showing 9.11% and 8.55%, reflecting their notable presence. Over the previous year, employment trends reveal minor downturns in key economies like Germany (-2.7%) and Italy (-1.19%), contrasted by a moderate rise in France (1.23%). Czech Republic experienced a considerable decline (-6.64%), while Bulgaria showed a significant upswing (11.84%), indicating both divergence and opportunity in market dynamics.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in employment due to technological advancements and automation, along with evolving trade policies across Europe. The German and Italian markets may face challenges in maintaining their labor dominance, while smaller markets like Bulgaria and Serbia may provide growth prospects driven by increasing efficiencies and strategic investments. Environmental regulations and digital transformation could further redefine the landscape of textile machinery employment across Europe.
Top countries in Textile, Apparel and Leather Machinery Number of Persons Employed Share by Country (Units (Employees))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 38.14 | 2023 | -0.74% | -2.7% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 24.77 | 2023 | -0.54% | -1.19% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 9.11 | 2023 | +3.27% | +1.23% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 8.55 | 2023 | -5.58% | -6.64% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 3.77 | 2023 | -0.54% | -3.09% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 3.43 | 2023 | -1.45% | -1.26% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 3.24 | 2023 | +1.47% | +1.95% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 2 | 2023 | -2.21% | -0.95% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 1.64 | 2023 | -0.68% | -0.14% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 1.61 | 2023 | +1.66% | -0.32% | View data |