In 2023, Finland led employment in the European paper and paperboard machinery sector with 7.83k employees, followed by Germany and Italy with 7.46k and 6.91k, respectively. Noteworthy changes in 2023 include Finland's 1.44% growth and Spain's 3.48% increase, while Germany and Sweden saw declines at -3.08% and -2.28%, respectively. Portugal experienced the highest increase of 12.31%, albeit from a smaller base. Over five years, the sector's compound annual growth rate depicts moderate stability.
Future trends to watch for include:
- A possible shift in employment distribution due to technological advancements and automation.
- Continued post-pandemic recovery influencing employment in emerging markets within Europe.
- The increasing role of sustainable practices affecting machinery production and employment needs.
Top countries in Paper and Paperboard Machinery Number of Persons Employed by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Finland | 7,830 | 2023 | +1.24% | +1.44% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 7,460 | 2023 | +0.15% | -3.08% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 6,910 | 2023 | -0.029% | +0.12% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 2,980 | 2023 | +0.61% | +0.67% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 2,150 | 2023 | -1.96% | -2.28% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 1,960 | 2023 | +2.03% | +3.48% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 1,720 | 2023 | +0.17% | +0.16% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 1,360 | 2023 | +6.16% | +1.37% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 1,290 | 2023 | +0.55% | +0.12% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 1,270 | 2023 | +3% | +3.26% | View data |
