The forecast for female researchers in the manufacture of railway locomotives and rolling stock in Germany indicates a decline from 20 FTEs in 2024 to 17 FTEs by 2028. The initial drop is from 20 to 19 by 2025 and remains stable through 2026 before decreasing again to 18 in 2027. This is a year-on-year variation of -5% between 2027 and 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) shows an average annual decrease over this period, highlighting a gradual yet steady downtrend.

Future trends to watch for include:

Gender diversity initiatives: Policies or programs to encourage female participation in engineering and manufacturing roles could impact future statistics.
Technological advancements: The industry's innovation might attract more researchers, potentially altering gender representation dynamics.
Educational and training opportunities: Increased focus on STEM education for women in Germany may influence future workforce demographics.