As of 2023, Belgium leads in the European fibre cement sector employment with 1.23 thousand employees, followed by Germany with 1.02 thousand. Over the past year, the Czech Republic, Italy, and Germany saw declines in employment, whereas Austria, Hungary, Latvia, and Sweden experienced growth. Latvia saw the most significant year-on-year increase at 11.89%, while Portugal faced the largest decrease at 22.88%. The CAGR for the past five years indicates growth stability in Hungary and Latvia. This reflects varied national industry dynamics, with some countries adjusting to shifts in demand and others capitalizing on market opportunities.
Future trends to watch in European fibre cement employment include:
- Technological advancements could alter workforce requirements.
- Regulatory changes may impact industry practices and employment needs.
- Investments in renewable materials could create new job opportunities.
- Economic fluctuations may influence construction and manufacturing sectors.
Top countries in Fibre Cement Number of Persons Employed by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 1,230 | 2023 | +0.081% | -0.43% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 1,020 | 2023 | -10.35% | -8.25% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 878 | 2023 | +3.29% | +4.49% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 662 | 2023 | -0.75% | -0.56% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 448 | 2023 | -4.68% | -4.3% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 335 | 2023 | +5.03% | +0.19% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 300 | 2023 | +1.01% | +4.39% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 135 | 2023 | -6.25% | -8.19% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Latvia | 114 | 2023 | +3.64% | +11.89% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 64 | 2023 | 0% | +3.65% | View data |
