In 2023, the number of subcontracted employees in the railway transport sector in Japan was recorded at 4.04 thousand persons. Forecasts for the years 2024 to 2028 indicate a slight declining trend: 2024 (4.03K), 2025 (4.02K), 2026 (4.01K), 2027 and 2028 (4.0K). This results in a year-on-year decrease of approximately 0.25% from 2024 to 2026. The CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) for this period (2023-2028) suggests a stable but very modest decline.

Future trends to watch for:

Automation and technological advancements potentially reducing the need for subcontracted roles.
Demographic changes influencing workforce availability and labor policies in Japan.
Potential fluctuations in service demand impacting subcontracting needs.