In 2023, the number of employees in Turkey's glass and glass products sector was 39.31 thousand. This sector has demonstrated a generally positive trend over the past decade, with notable fluctuations. Employee numbers slightly dipped in 2016 and 2019 but rebounded strongly in subsequent years, with a noteworthy rise of 6.09% in 2020. Over the last two years, the year-on-year growth rates were 4.78% in 2022 and 4.38% in 2023. The average variation per year over the last 5 years (CAGR) stood at 3.54%.
Looking ahead, from 2024 to 2028, the forecast suggests a steady increase in employee numbers, with the number expected to reach 46.62 thousand by 2028. The forecasted CAGR for this period is 2.66%, reflecting a continued but slightly moderated growth trajectory.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements in glass production, potential economic shifts impacting the construction and automotive industries, and government policies influencing manufacturing sectors. Monitoring these factors will be crucial in understanding and predicting employment trends in this sector.