The Glass and Glass Products sector in Belgium experienced volatility between 2013 and 2023. The hours worked fluctuated, with notable declines in 2013, 2014, and 2020, punctuated by periods of growth in 2016, 2017, and 2019. As of 2023, the sector stood at 9.6792 million hours worked, a decrease of 1.69% from the previous year. The forecasts from 2024 onward predict a consistent decline, with an average annual reduction of 4.08% expected by 2028.

Future trends to watch for:

Increasing automation and technological advancements possibly reducing workforce demand.
Shifts in global supply chains and their impact on local production needs.
Environmental regulations influencing production processes and labor needs.