The employment in the UK metallurgy machinery manufacturing sector is projected to decline from 370 FTEs in 2024 to 270 FTEs in 2028. This represents a consistent downward trend with projected annual decreases of 7% in 2025, 7.3% in 2026, 7.8% in 2027, and 8.2% in 2028. In 2023, the industry stood at a higher employment level, further emphasizing the declining trend over the next five years.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements that could either reduce the demand for labor or require new skill sets, and potential changes in UK industrial policy that might affect domestic manufacturing activities in the metallurgy sector.
