The forecast for internal R&D personnel in Germany's basic iron and steel manufacturing sector indicates a gradual increase from 2024 to 2028. In 2024, the industry is expected to have 2.76 thousand Full-Time Equivalent employees, rising steadily to 2.82 thousand by 2028. Over these years, the annual percentage increase is minimal, at approximately 0.36% each year. There is no data for 2023 in the provided dataset; hence the growth is relative to 2024 and onward.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of technological advancements such as AI and automation, shifts in environmental regulations, and the steel industry's response to global economic conditions, which might influence R&D staffing needs and focus areas.
