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The International Yearbook of Industrial Statistics

International Yearbook of Industrial Statistics - 2024

2024  |  Author(s): UNIDO

#International Yearbook of Industrial Statistics

The 30th edition of the International Yearbook of Industrial Statistics summarizes the long-term transformation of global industry over the past decades as it develops to become the ’Industry of the Future’. This will be defined by intelligent production systems which are powered by sustainable energy, reusing resources and materials, and harnessing the power of digitalization and AI to optimize quality and productivity. In addition to this big picture overview, our Yearbook presents the latest and emerging trends in industry worldwide, as well as specifically in the various regions and sectors around the world.


International Yearbook of Industrial Statistics - 2023

2023  |  Author(s): UNIDO

#International Yearbook of Industrial Statistics

The 29th edition of the International Yearbook of Industrial Statistics offers a detailed analysis of global industrial performance using recent data. With dedicated chapters on manufacturing, mining, and utilities, it highlights sector-specific trends in response to crises, emphasizing challenges and resilience. The publication delves into trade, competitiveness, and broader industrial landscape trends through dashboards and visualizations. Emphasizing the importance of robust national statistical systems, it provides a comprehensive overview of global industrial sectors, featuring an annually changing thematic chapter. In 2023, the focus is on innovation's crucial role in fostering sustainable growth, aligning with UNIDO's commitment encapsulated in the slogan "Progress by innovation."








International Yearbook of Industrial Statistics - 2022

2022  |  Author(s): UNIDO

#International Yearbook of Industrial Statistics

The International Yearbook of Industrial Statistics is a flagship publication of UNIDO that provides economists, planners, policymakers and business people with worldwide statistics on current level, structure and trends in the manufacturing sector. The Yearbook is designed to facilitate international comparisons relating to manufacturing activity and industrial development and performance. It provides data that can be used to analyse patterns of growth and related long-term trends, structural change and industrial performance in individual industries.