The number of employees in the packaging paper sector in France stood at 32.13 thousand in 2023. Over the past decade, the sector has seen fluctuating employee numbers, with notable increases in recent years. From 2020 onwards, the sector has experienced positive year-on-year growth, peaking at a significant 5.11% increase in 2020. The year-on-year growth for 2022 was 1.38%, followed by a stable increase of 1.35% in 2023. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years has been 1.27%, indicating steady growth in employment.
Looking forward, the forecasted data suggests a continuing upward trend with the number of employees expected to reach 34.21 thousand by 2028. The five-year CAGR forecast until 2028 is 0.99%, with an overall growth rate of 5.07% over this period.
Future trends to watch for in the packaging paper sector include advances in sustainable packaging solutions, the impact of regulatory changes on production practices, and potential technological innovations that could influence employment dynamics. Additionally, monitoring economic conditions and consumer demand will be crucial in predicting future workforce requirements.