In 2024, European sawmilling and planing of wood employment shows Poland leading with 38.79K employees, followed by Germany (33.61K) and Romania (22.36K). Several countries observed decreases from 2023, including Poland (-0.092%), Romania (-2.25%), and Sweden (-0.85%), while others like Germany (4.01%) and Slovakia (2.66%) saw increases. Notable declines were recorded in Italy (-9.33%) and Greece (-5.53%). Overall, stable or growing employment was observed in many smaller markets, with Serbia (6.69%) and Belgium (4.48%) demonstrating significant momentum.
Looking to the future, sustainability trends and increased automation in sawmilling and planing operations could alter employment dynamics. Countries investing in modernization and green technologies are likely to shape the sector's employment landscape, potentially securing relative employment stability or growth for early adopters. Monitoring these trends will be crucial for stakeholders.
Top countries in Sawmilling and Planing of Wood Number of Persons Employed by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 38,790 | 2023 | +0.85% | -0.092% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 33,610 | 2023 | +4.27% | +4.01% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 22,360 | 2023 | -3.27% | -2.25% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 19,250 | 2023 | +0.32% | -0.62% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 13,980 | 2023 | +3.36% | -0.85% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Latvia | 12,460 | 2023 | -0.37% | -0.55% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 12,420 | 2023 | +2.22% | +1.98% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 11,480 | 2023 | +1.15% | +2.66% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 10,150 | 2023 | +0.64% | -0.45% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 8,860 | 2023 | +1.74% | +1.6% | View data |
