In 2023, China leads considerably with 105,020 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) personnel in the wood, paper, printing, and reproduction R&D sector, marking an 8.65% rise from the previous year. The UK saw an 18.65% increase, while Japan experienced a 3.08% decline. Canada's workforce shrank by 6.94%, and Estonia showed the highest decrease at 12.26%. Growth in Italy, South Korea, Poland, and Spain was modest.
Looking ahead, focus may shift towards automation and sustainability-driven R&D investments. Key players might enhance collaboration and technology integration, potentially reshaping global distribution of R&D personnel.
Top countries in Total Internal R&D Personnel in Manufacture of Wood, Paper, Printing and Reproduction by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Full-Time Equivalent) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 105,020 | 2023 | +6.94% | +8.65% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 3,930 | 2023 | -3.56% | -3.08% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 3,920 | 2023 | +4.4% | +4.56% | View data |
| 4 | 4 South Korea | 3,390 | 2023 | +3.76% | +4.55% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 2,900 | 2023 | +5.18% | +18.65% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 1,830 | 2023 | +0.44% | -1.39% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Canada | 1,510 | 2023 | -4.48% | -6.94% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 875 | 2023 | +4.79% | +4.44% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 805.55 | 2023 | +1.52% | +2.94% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 724.31 | 2023 | +0.13% | +0.2% | View data |
