In 2023, the turnover per employee in European scientific research and development highlighted significant disparities. Switzerland led with a high turnover of 1.02 million euros per employee, followed by Iceland and Ireland. The United Kingdom, Belgium, and Nordic countries such as Denmark and Sweden posted moderate figures. Central European countries like Germany and Austria experienced lower turnovers. Eastern and Southern Europe, including countries like Romania and Macedonia, remained at the lower end of the spectrum.
Forecasts for 2024 indicate a continuation of existing trends. Key trends to watch include potential technological advancements driving efficiency and increasing turnover in leading nations. Moreover, rising investments in research infrastructure in Eastern Europe could help close the gap with Western Europe over the next decade.
Top countries in Turnover Per Employee of Scientific Research and Development Activities by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Euros | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Switzerland | 1,020 | 2023 | View data |
| 2 | 2 Iceland | 421.6 | 2023 | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ireland | 405.7 | 2023 | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 349.7 | 2023 | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 320.6 | 2023 | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 275.3 | 2023 | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 202.7 | 2023 | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 199.1 | 2023 | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 187.5 | 2023 | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 171.7 | 2023 | View data |
