The glass and glass products sector in Sweden saw considerable fluctuations in its number of employees over the years. The actual data reflects a decline in employment from 2013 to 2014, followed by a period of recovery and growth reaching up to 2018. A significant drop occurred in 2020, potentially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, after which the sector again showed a positive trend through to 2023, where the value stood at 3.48 thousand employees. Forecast data suggest a slight downward trend from 2024 to 2028, with a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of -0.59% expected over the next five years.
Future trends to watch for:
- Technological advancements that may impact the demand for labor within the sector.
- Sustainability initiatives and regulations that could influence production practices and workforce needs.
- Global economic conditions that may affect export demand and local production.
- Potential increases in automation, reducing the need for manual labor but possibly increasing the demand for specialized skills.