The inland freight waterway transport sector in the UK has shown a consistent decline in employment from 2024 to 2028, starting with 269 employees in 2024 and decreasing gradually to 264 employees by 2028. This represents a slight but steady annual reduction, averaging a decrease of approximately 0.56% year-on-year. While these figures highlight a shrinking workforce over the specified period, the overall five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicates an average annual decrease.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements that may further reduce the need for human labor, potential economic impacts on the transport sector, and environmental policies that may affect the demand for inland freight waterways.
