The number of persons employed in the packaging paper sector in Finland stood at 1.31 thousand in 2023. Over the past decade, employment in this sector has been steadily declining. Between 2013 and 2023, the industry saw a CAGR of -3.81%, indicating a long-term downward trend. The decline was particularly sharp in the years 2015, 2021, and throughout the 2022-2023 period. Although there were slight upticks in 2016 and 2020, the overall trend remains negative.
Looking forward, the forecast for the next five years (2024-2028) points to a continued decline with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of -4.03% and an anticipated reduction of 18.6% in total employment by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts from automation, shifts in consumer demand towards sustainable packaging, and possible industry consolidations, which could further influence employment dynamics in the packaging paper sector in Finland.
