Employment in the urban and suburban passenger land transport sector in Finland has shown considerable fluctuations over the years. Actual data indicate an increase up to 2017, followed by a decline in 2019 and more considerable volatility in subsequent years. Notably, 2020 saw a significant rebound (+10.96%) before a downturn over the next couple of years. With 2023 standing at 6.02 thousand FTE, projections indicate a continuous decline, with a forecasted annual decrease averaging -1.24% over the next five years, leading to 5.57 thousand FTE by 2028. The overall trend over the next five years suggests a steady yet manageable contraction.
Future trends to watch include the impact of technological advancements such as autonomous vehicles, digital ticketing systems, and the potential effect of environmental policies encouraging public transport over private vehicle use. Monitoring how these factors could influence employment demand within the sector will be critical. Additionally, shifts in urbanization patterns and population density could further impact job growth, requiring adaptive workforce planning strategies.
