The European textile, apparel, and leather machinery sectors show significant variation in hours worked, with Germany leading at 30.169 million hours. From 2023 to 2024, Germany and Italy experienced slight declines, whereas Portugal and the Netherlands saw increases. The Czech Republic maintained stability, and Norway had a marked rise. In contrast, Belgium, Austria, Greece, and Finland showed substantial decreases.
Future trends to watch involve automation and digital transformation, potentially leading to further efficiency improvements and shifts in labor requirements. Sustainability initiatives may also drive changes in operational hours across these industries, as countries adapt to greener technologies and practices.
Top countries in Textile, Apparel and Leather Machinery Hours Worked by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 30,169,000 | 2023 | +1.59% | -2.06% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 20,007,000 | 2023 | -0.21% | -2.18% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 9,337,000 | 2023 | +1.15% | -0.68% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 3,110,200 | 2023 | +4.85% | +2.32% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 3,020,500 | 2023 | -0.032% | -1.01% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 2,173,700 | 2023 | -0.32% | -5.74% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 1,590,000 | 2023 | +6.78% | +2.29% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 1,042,800 | 2023 | +9.22% | +5.74% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 962,840 | 2023 | -7.25% | +0.23% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 859,450 | 2023 | -2.55% | -2.31% | View data |
