The Postal and Courier Services output in Austria stood at €3.69 Billion in 2023, a steady growth from €2.65 Billion in 2013. Observing the year-on-year variations, notable increases occurred in 2015 (3.18%), 2016 (6.49%), 2017 (6.37%), and 2021 (5.88%), with consistent but moderate growth in other years. Over the most recent five years (2018-2023), the industry experienced a CAGR of 2.91%, highlighting moderate growth.
For the forecast period (2024-2028), the sector is expected to continue its upward trend with a projected five-year CAGR of 1.51%, resulting in an overall growth rate of 7.8%. This indicates a stabilization with modest growth anticipated through 2028.
Future trends to be mindful of include digital transformation impacting traditional postal services, the rising importance of last-mile delivery fueled by e-commerce, and sustainability initiatives driving innovation and efficiency in logistics and courier operations.