The European Paper and Paperboard industry shows varied employment trends per country. In 2023, Germany led with a significant share at 32.57%, followed by Sweden and Finland at 16.04% and 14.09% respectively. Poland experienced the most substantial year-on-year growth at 4.56%, whereas France saw a significant decline of 4.33%. The negative trends continued in Finland, Spain, and Norway, while notable growth was witnessed in Greece and Bosnia and Herzegovina despite their smaller shares. Croatia and Romania observed declines, with Romania showing a sharp drop of 15.05%.
Future trends to monitor include the increasing automation and digitalization, which may impact employment numbers. Additionally, environmental regulations and sustainability practices may restructure the industry, influencing future employment shares among European countries. Observing economic recovery efforts and investments in green technologies will be imperative in predicting further employment changes.
Top countries in Paper and Paperboard Number of Persons Employed Share by Country (Units (Employees))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 32.57 | 2023 | -0.082% | -0.29% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 16.04 | 2023 | -0.85% | -0.88% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Finland | 14.09 | 2023 | -0.88% | -1.14% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 10.57 | 2023 | +2.31% | +4.56% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 9.99 | 2023 | +0.12% | -4.33% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 7.28 | 2023 | -2.03% | -1.31% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 1.73 | 2023 | +3.35% | +2.01% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 1.38 | 2023 | -0.68% | -0.83% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 1.16 | 2023 | +3.99% | +1.53% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 0.97 | 2023 | +3.96% | +3.89% | View data |
