As of the forecast for 2024, employees in the mining and quarrying sector in Germany will be engaged for 50 million hours. This figure is expected to decline steadily over the forecasted years, reaching 44 million hours by 2028. Based on this trend, a year-on-year analysis indicates a consistent reduction in workforce hours with an average decrease of 2 million hours annually. Looking at the overall 5-year CAGR from 2024 to 2028, the sector shows a diminishing trend, reflecting an annual average decline in productivity hours.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of automation and sustainable energy policies on workforce demand. As technology advances and regulatory environments shift, further reductions in manual hours may occur, pushing for a potential restructuring within the sector towards more technology-driven operations.
