The forecast for flat glass shaping and processing hours worked in Germany from 2024 to 2028 suggests a gradual decline. Comparing the forecasted years, we observe a consecutive year-on-year decrease in labor hours: 0.84% drop from 2024 to 2025, 0.85% from 2025 to 2026, 0.84% from 2026 to 2027, and 0.84% from 2027 to 2028. Over this five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is expected to be around -0.84%.

Future trends to watch for:

Automation and technological advancements leading to reduced labor hours.
Shifts in demand for flat glass in industries such as construction and automotive.
Regulatory and environmental changes impacting production processes.