The European ceramic tiles and flags industry has shown varied employment trends across countries. Notably, Italy and Spain remain leading employers with 18,100 and 14,150 people respectively. However, both countries experienced declines in 2023 with -2.45% for Italy and -2.16% for Spain. Poland and Germany follow with over 8,000 and 4,670 employees, each declining around 1.8% to 1.86%. Contrarily, Bulgaria and Serbia managed slight employment growths of 1.82% and 1.63%. In contrast, Lithuania and Cyprus suffered sharp drops, losing over 30% of employees.
Future trends to watch for include:
- The impact of automation and technological advancements, potentially leading to further job reductions in traditional roles.
- The expansion of Bulgaria and Serbia's ceramic sectors suggests regional growth potential that could alter employment landscapes.
- Economic and environmental policies across the EU may significantly influence the industry's future employment figures.
Top countries in Ceramic Tiles and Flags Number of Persons Employed by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 18,100 | 2023 | -2.93% | -2.45% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 14,150 | 2023 | -4.97% | -2.16% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 8,290 | 2023 | -0.12% | -1.8% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 4,670 | 2023 | -0.45% | -1.86% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 3,510 | 2023 | -1.95% | -2.03% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bulgaria | 1,920 | 2023 | +2.07% | +1.82% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Serbia | 656 | 2023 | +1.23% | +1.63% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 617 | 2023 | -10.97% | -4.82% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 565 | 2023 | -1.08% | -3.39% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 431 | 2023 | -11.32% | -11.79% | View data |
