The employment in the Pulp and Paper and Paperboard sector in Sweden has shown fluctuations from 2013 to 2023 with noticeable downward and upward shifts. Employment peaked in 2017 at 20.76 thousand (FTE), followed by a significant decline in 2020 to 16.49 thousand (FTE) due to economic disruptions. The sector rebounded in 2021 to 19.75 thousand (FTE). As of 2023, employment stood at 19.51 thousand (FTE), slightly declining year-on-year. The sector has experienced an overall negative compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the past five years.
Future employment trends indicate a continuing gradual decline. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 suggests a steady decrease, projecting a CAGR of -0.52% over the next five years. Key factors to watch include advancements in automation, shifts towards sustainable practices, and economic policies affecting the industry's labor dynamics.
