In the European flat glass sector, Germany leads with a 31.28% share of employment in 2023, showing slight growth of 1.48% from the previous year. Belgium follows with 16.32%, though it experienced a minor decline. Spain and Italy also observed slight declines in employment shares, while Poland grew significantly by 4.75%. France saw a notable decrease of 5.06%, indicating a contraction in its workforce. Smaller markets like Serbia and Romania showed variability, with Serbia having a significant increase of 8.97%. Conversely, Greece faced the largest decline at 30.69%, and other Nordic countries like Finland also experienced notable reductions.
Future trends to watch in the European flat glass industry include technological advancements leading to increased automation, potentially impacting employment levels. Additionally, sustainability initiatives and energy-efficient products may drive production changes and result in shifts in employment distribution across countries. Economic conditions and regulatory changes will also play crucial roles in shaping this sector's workforce landscape. Monitoring these factors will be essential for anticipating shifts in the employment share among European nations.
Top countries in Flat Glass Number of Persons Employed Share by Country (Units (Employees))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 31.28 | 2023 | +9.36% | +1.48% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 16.32 | 2023 | +1.17% | -0.18% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 15.31 | 2023 | +4.02% | -1.57% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 11.44 | 2023 | -1.2% | -1.47% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 8.47 | 2023 | +0.11% | +4.75% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 5.55 | 2023 | -2.91% | -5.06% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 5.47 | 2023 | -0.57% | +1.17% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 1.69 | 2023 | +12.17% | -3.51% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 0.94 | 2023 | +16.67% | -3.35% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Serbia | 0.2 | 2023 | +7.32% | +8.97% | View data |
