The employment in the seafood processing sector in Poland experienced a steady growth from 15.33 thousand FTEs in 2013 to 19.82 thousand FTEs in 2023, marking an overall positive trend with some fluctuations. The year-on-year growth rate in 2023 was 2.07%. Over the past five years, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) was 1.72%. Future employment forecasts suggest a continued upward trajectory, reaching 21.76 thousand FTEs by 2028 with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of 1.49% and an overall growth rate of 7.67%.
Key trends to watch for include technological advancements in processing, potential impacts of EU policies on fisheries, and shifts in consumer demand towards sustainable and locally sourced seafood products. Monitoring these factors will be crucial in predicting future employment needs and dynamics within the sector.