The global employment in transportation and warehousing depicts significant regional differences, with Japan leading at 3.91 million. Germany and the UK follow with 2.46 and 1.68 million, respectively. Employment dynamics experienced variable changes, such as Germany and Lithuania's respective growth of 1.07% and 1.08% year-on-year in 2023, contrasting with Norway's decrease of 0.4%. With compounded annual growth reflecting divergence from 2019, the sector reflected resilient adaptability in nations like Ireland and Luxembourg.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements like autonomous vehicles, which could alter employment landscapes. Additionally, sustainability efforts might drive recruitment demand, impacting employment distribution in the logistics sector.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed in Transportation and Warehousing by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Japan | 3,910 | 2023 | +0.18% | +0.25% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 2,460 | 2023 | +1.03% | +1.07% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 1,680 | 2023 | +1.1% | +1.63% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Colombia | 1,550 | 2023 | +0.15% | +0.13% | View data |
| 5 | 5 South Korea | 1,470 | 2023 | +0.74% | +0.89% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 1,220 | 2023 | +0.37% | +0.39% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 1,110 | 2023 | +1.38% | +1.33% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 928.8 | 2023 | +0.52% | +0.25% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Australia | 697.59 | 2023 | +1.21% | +1.18% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Chile | 596.9 | 2023 | +0.88% | +0.76% | View data |
