The employment in the Glass and Glass Products sector in Germany has seen various fluctuations from 2013 to 2023. Starting at 56.59 thousand in 2013, it decreased marginally to 56.39 thousand by 2017. A significant jump occurred in 2018 with an 8.63% YoY growth, followed by steady increases until 2019. However, 2020 experienced a 4.54% decline likely due to the pandemic. From 2021 to 2023, the sector witnessed modest increases, standing at 61.56 thousand in 2023. The sector experienced an average variation per year (CAGR) of 0.099% over the past five years.
Forecast figures from 2024 onwards suggest a steady employment growth, reaching 62.77 thousand by 2028. The forecast 5-year CAGR is 0.31%, indicating a stabilized growth trajectory.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in glass manufacturing and potential impacts of environmental regulations which may affect employment dynamics.