Employment in the Construction of Roads and Railways sector in the Netherlands has exhibited a declining trend from 2013 to 2023, dropping from 27.78 thousand to 23.36 thousand FTEs, with fluctuations noted. Specifically, years 2017 and 2018 saw short-lived recoveries. The sector saw an average year-on-year decrease of approximately 3% in the recent past, with an average annual decrease (CAGR) of 2.09% over the last five years. The forecast for 2024 indicates continued decline, tapering to 19.65 thousand FTEs by 2028, marking a further average annual decrease of 2.76%.
Future Trends to Watch For:
– Analyzing advancements in technology, such as automation and digitalization.
– Evaluating impacts of governmental infrastructure investments.
– Observing demographic changes affecting labor supply and demand.