The biotechnology research and experimental development field in Europe saw varied employment trends in 2023. Spain leads with robust employment, boosted by an 8.14% increase. Germany, despite a slight decrease of 3.17%, remains significant. The Netherlands shows remarkable growth at 16.89%, while France and Poland demonstrate positive momentum with 6.38% and 15.76% increases, respectively. Other notable growths include Italy, Norway, and Bulgaria. Contrastingly, Serbia, Romania, and Slovakia experienced declines. Cumulatively, this indicates a shifting landscape with certain smaller markets expanding rapidly.
Future trends to watch for involve continued growth in smaller and emerging biotech hubs like the Netherlands and Poland, driven by innovation and cross-border collaborations. Moreover, sustaining human capital in large markets while nurturing talent in smaller countries is crucial for balanced European growth. Expect evolving government policies and EU-level initiatives to play a significant role in shaping the sector's employment dynamics.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed of Biotechnology Research and Experimental Development by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 18,970 | 2023 | +6.37% | +8.14% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 18,320 | 2023 | +1.87% | -3.17% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 11,320 | 2023 | +11.82% | +16.89% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 11,180 | 2023 | +1.26% | +6.38% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 8,970 | 2023 | +6.62% | +7.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 4,010 | 2023 | +8.35% | +15.76% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 3,500 | 2023 | +2.1% | +2.04% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 3,320 | 2023 | +2.7% | +3.84% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 2,090 | 2023 | +4.71% | +7.02% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Serbia | 1,660 | 2023 | -1.19% | -1.16% | View data |
