From 2013 to 2023, the number of employees in the Dutch event catering sector exhibited significant fluctuations. The sector saw a steady rise with a few exceptions, such as in 2015, 2019, and a notable decline in 2020 due to the pandemic. By 2023, the number of employees stood at 30.33 thousand, rising from a low of 17.68 thousand in 2013.
Yearly variations show notable growth spurts, particularly in 2016 and 2017, with respective year-on-year increases of 15.49% and 23.24%. The five-year Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) from 2018 to 2023 was 1.08%, reflecting moderate but steady growth.
Future trends suggest a promising landscape, with forecasts indicating a sustained increase in employment within the sector. The forecasted CAGR for the five-year period from 2024 to 2028 is 1.99%, culminating in a total growth of 10.34%. This suggests continued sector robustness fueled by a recovering economy and increasing demand for event-related services.
- Key periods of growth: 2016 (15.49%), 2017 (23.24%)
- Pandemic impact: 2020 decline (-12.07%)
- Strong recovery: 2021 onwards
Future trends to watch include the impact of technology and automation on job roles, evolving customer preferences for event experiences, and economic conditions influencing disposable income and corporate spending on events.