From 2013 to 2023, employment in the postal and courier activities sector in the Netherlands showed notable fluctuations. Employment peaked in 2014 with a significant 10.3% year-on-year increase before experiencing a sharp decline of 34.32% in 2015. The sector remained relatively stable from 2016 to 2020, with slight fluctuations. However, there was a significant drop in 2021 (-18.15%) followed by minor declines in 2022 (-3.7%) and 2023 (-3.81%). The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2019 to 2023 was -3.94%, reflecting a downward trend overall.
Employment stood at 27.86 thousand full-time equivalents (FTE) in 2023. Over the next five years, the sector is expected to continue declining, with a forecasted CAGR of -3.41%, anticipating a 15.92% reduction by 2028.
Future trends to watch for in this sector include increased automation and digitalization, a growing emphasis on sustainable delivery solutions, and potential regulatory changes affecting labor practices. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for understanding the ongoing evolution of employment in this sector.
