The 2023 data on global researchers in the wood product manufacturing sector highlights China's significant lead, with 3.91 thousand full-time equivalent researchers. South Korea and Poland exhibit strong growth with 9.26% and 5.11% increases, respectively. Meanwhile, countries like Japan, the United Kingdom, and Spain showed a decline in researcher participation. Notably, Chile recorded an 18.25% surge, while Taiwan experienced a 7.11% drop, showcasing variable international trends. Germany, Slovenia, and Italy also showed modest upward trends.
Future trends indicate potential expansion in Asian markets due to technological advancements and increasing demand, whereas European countries may focus more on sustainability and innovation to maintain competitiveness in this sector.
Top countries in Total Researchers in Manufacture of Wood and of Products of Wood and Cork (Except Furniture; Manufacture of Articles of Straw and Plaiting Materials) by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Full-Time Equivalent) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 3,910 | 2023 | +2.7% | +5.69% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 586 | 2023 | +0.86% | -1.41% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Korea | 515.48 | 2023 | +7.8% | +9.26% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 213 | 2023 | +4.93% | +5.11% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 194.3 | 2023 | +4.74% | +5.31% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 130.53 | 2023 | +2.33% | -2.35% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 110 | 2023 | +1.85% | +2.98% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 86.44 | 2023 | +0.32% | -2.68% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 47 | 2023 | +3.98% | +6.07% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 45.61 | 2023 | -0.48% | -0.016% | View data |
