The European plastics employment market shows a significant concentration in Germany, which accounted for 27.4% of the total workforce in 2023. Italy, Spain, France, and Poland follow, indicating a diversified but concentrated market. Notably, Germany experienced a decline of 3.76%, while Poland saw a positive trend with a 4.28% increase, reflecting growing capabilities or demand possibly influencing shifts in the workforce distribution.
Future trends to watch include ongoing technological advancements in material processes, sustainable practices influencing employment distribution, and geopolitical factors impacting cross-border employment. These dynamics may alter the traditional stronghold of Germany, allowing emerging countries in Eastern Europe to gain a larger share.
Top countries in Plastics Number of Persons Employed Share by Country (Units (Employees))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 27.4 | 2023 | -6.32% | -3.76% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 10.14 | 2023 | -0.03% | -0.2% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 9.47 | 2023 | +3.02% | +2.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 9.01 | 2023 | +1.18% | +1.8% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 8.66 | 2023 | +1.82% | +4.28% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 7.8 | 2023 | -0.069% | -0.4% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 7.59 | 2023 | -1.25% | -2.5% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 5.63 | 2023 | +0.45% | +1.51% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 4.27 | 2023 | +6.71% | +3.64% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 3.33 | 2023 | +17.61% | +1.74% | View data |
