The Glass and Glass Products sector in Austria saw a fluctuating yet general decline in hours worked, measured in million hours, from 2013 to 2023, reflecting economic and sectoral shifts. After reaching 13.326 million hours in 2023, the sector is set to experience a slight downward trend with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of -1.01%. Year-on-year variations exhibited significant volatility, with notable drops in 2020 (-15.09%) due to potential external shocks, followed by periods of recovery.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in glass production, energy efficiency measures that may reduce labor dependency, and the potential impacts of global economic conditions. Monitoring these variables will be crucial for predicting labor trends in this sector.
