The forecast indicates a slight year-on-year decrease in the number of researchers in the manufacture of wearing apparel in Germany from 2024 to 2028. The projected full-time equivalent researcher count declines from 140 in 2024 to 135 by 2028. This equates to an average annual decrease of around 0.9% CAGR over this period. This downward trend suggests a gradual reduction in research capacity within the sector.
Future trends to monitor include automation and digitalization within apparel manufacturing, which may alter the industry's research requirements. Additionally, sustainability initiatives could drive demand for research into eco-friendly materials and production methods, potentially offsetting some of the forecasted decline.
