In 2023, the number of persons employed in the warehousing and storage sector in Switzerland was 4.47 thousand. Forecasted data predict a steady increase in employment with values of 4.48 thousand in 2024, 4.49 thousand in 2025, 4.5 thousand in 2026, and 4.51 thousand in both 2027 and 2028. Year-on-year variations show a minimal increase of approximately 0.22% annually between 2023 and 2024, and for the following periods of 2025, 2026, and 2027, the increases continue at 0.22%. The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicates a stable trend with an average annual growth rate of around 0.22%.

Future trends to watch for:

Automation and technological advancements potentially influencing employment numbers.
Impact of economic fluctuations on the logistics and warehousing sectors.
Shifts in global trade patterns and their effects on local storage demands.