The employment in the flat glass shaping and processing sector in France is projected to gradually decline from 11.73 thousand employees in 2024 to 11.55 thousand employees by 2028. This indicates a steady, although slight, downward trend with a year-on-year decrease averaging around 0.4%. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over this five-year period is approximately -0.4%, showing a modest decline.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Technological advancements in automation and efficiency that may further impact employment.
- Potential industry shifts towards sustainable and energy-efficient solutions.
- Economic factors and their influence on construction and automotive sectors, which are major consumers of flat glass.
