In 2023, Germany led European wages and salaries of services incidental to air transportation with a significant 6.42% increase, reaching €4.24 billion. Other notable increases include Spain's 8.91% rise and Latvia's 9.12% surge. Conversely, Italy and Poland experienced declines. The UK saw a modest 1.37% rise, maintaining its position behind Germany. Smaller economies such as Lithuania and Hungary showed the highest percentage growth, though from smaller bases, indicating dynamic shifts. Meanwhile, declines in France and Cyprus marked economic caution.
Future trends to watch include ongoing recovery strategies post-pandemic, influenced by fluctuating air travel demand and geopolitical factors. Eastern European countries, notably Latvia and Lithuania, appear poised for rapid growth amid increased outsourcing and expanded air service operations.
Top countries in Wages and Salaries of Services Incidental to Air Transportation by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 4,240 | 2023 | +9.92% | +6.42% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 2,500 | 2023 | +1.47% | +1.37% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 1,410 | 2023 | +5.04% | +8.91% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 1,050 | 2023 | +6.77% | -1.25% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 974.4 | 2023 | +2.46% | -2.87% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 563.8 | 2023 | +3.17% | +2.9% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 529.1 | 2023 | +5.55% | +1.98% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 500.9 | 2023 | +6.17% | +2.61% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 478.1 | 2023 | +2.86% | +3.26% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 352.5 | 2023 | +3.16% | +2.22% | View data |
