As of 2023, the number of persons employed in the machinery for mining, quarrying, and construction sectors in Germany stood at a certain baseline (exact 2023 value not specified). From 2024 to 2028, this figure is forecasted to increase steadily from 53.74 to 56.21 thousand employees. Year-on-year growth from 2024 to 2025 is estimated at approximately 1.15%, from 2025 to 2026 at about 1.16%, from 2026 to 2027 at 1.11%, and from 2027 to 2028 at 1.10%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over these five years is projected to be modest, indicating a stable yet gradual increase in employment.
Future trends to monitor include technological advancements in automation and machinery, which could impact the growth rate in employment. Additionally, sustainability initiatives and regulatory changes in the mining and construction industries may also influence workforce demands and skills requirements in this sector.