The hours worked on fibre optic cables in Germany saw a significant shift from 2013 to 2023, peaking in 2017 at 2.51 million hours, followed by a notable drop in 2018. After recovery periods, in 2023, the hours stood at 2.37 million. Year-on-year changes varied, with considerable fluctuations like -20.9% in 2018 and a strong 10.39% in 2021. The last five-year CAGR averaged 3.55%.

Future trends to watch for:

Continued moderate growth with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of 1.41%.
Potential impacts from technological advancements and infrastructure investments.
Regulatory changes and economic factors influencing the sector.