In 2023, the employment in the light metal packaging sector in France was approximately estimated at 8.53 thousand employees. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 indicates a steady increase in employment. Year-on-year, employment is expected to rise by around 0.5% each year. From 2024 to 2028, the CAGR in employment for this industry is projected to be about 0.44%.

Trends to watch for in the future include:

Technological advances increasing productivity and potentially reducing the need for manual labor.
Shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable and eco-friendly packaging, influencing employment dynamics.
Economic policies affecting manufacturing and exports could impact employment levels in the sector.