In 2023, the United States had the highest number of employees in the Warehousing and Support Activities for Transportation sector, with 2.2 million individuals. Germany and the United Kingdom followed, with 0.796 and 0.59056 million respectively. Ireland and Lithuania showed significant growth in employment, with 10.64% and 12.58% year-on-year increases. By contrast, Estonia and Iceland experienced declines of 1.36% and 6.81% respectively. Over the last five years, most countries displayed modest growth in this workforce segment, reflective of global logistics and e-commerce expansion.
Future trends suggest further growth will be driven by the rise of e-commerce, automation in warehouses, and increasing global trade volumes. Countries like the United States and the United Kingdom are expected to maintain their leading positions. However, emerging markets in Eastern Europe may witness accelerated growth, fueled by technological adoption and expanding logistical networks.
Top countries in Employees in Warehousing and Support Activities for Transportation Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 2,200 | 2023 | +5.53% | +8.2% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 796 | 2023 | +1.53% | +1.12% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 590.56 | 2023 | +9.21% | +8.3% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 285 | 2023 | +0.35% | +0.72% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 224.3 | 2023 | +1.17% | +1.21% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 190.8 | 2023 | +0.69% | +1.12% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 114 | 2023 | +3.64% | +3.5% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 100.2 | 2023 | +1.11% | +1.59% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 92.62 | 2023 | +2.5% | +1.72% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 64.68 | 2023 | +0.98% | +0.29% | View data |
