The number of subcontracted employees in the warehousing sector in Japan has shown a steady increase in recent years. In 2023, the actual number stood at 26.00 thousand persons. The forecasted data indicates a consistent growth trajectory, with the number expected to rise from 26.38 thousand in 2024 to 27.86 thousand by 2028.
• Year-on-year variation from 2024 to 2025 is approximately 1.44%
• Year-on-year variation from 2025 to 2026 is approximately 1.42%
• Year-on-year variation from 2026 to 2027 is approximately 1.33%
• Year-on-year variation from 2027 to 2028 is approximately 1.31%
The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the 2023-2028 period is about 1.38%, reflecting a stable increase in the employment of subcontracted workers in the warehousing sector.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements in warehousing, changes in labor laws and regulations, and shifts in global trade and e-commerce, which may influence the demand for subcontracted employees in this sector.