The glass and glass products sector in Sweden experienced notable fluctuations in employment between 2013 and 2023. Employment levels decreased significantly between 2013 and 2014, followed by a period of recovery and growth reaching a peak in 2018. However, from 2019 onwards, the number of persons employed fluctuated, with a notable drop in 2020 due to the pandemic, followed by recovery in subsequent years. By 2023, employment stood at approximately 3.97 thousand persons employed.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of technological advancements and automation on employment, shifts in consumer demand, and the potential for sustainable practices and innovations in glass production driving industry changes. Attention should also be given to economic factors and regulatory changes that may influence employment levels in this sector over the next five years.
