In 2023, the warehousing and storage sector employed 3.42 thousand workers in Sweden. From 2013 to 2023, the sector exhibited notable fluctuations in employment figures. Annual changes ranged from a sharp decrease of 61.75% in 2019 to a remarkable 155.52% increase in 2020. The average annual growth rate (CAGR) over the past five years was -3.19%, indicating a downward trend during this period. However, the projected data for 2024 to 2028 suggests a more stable growth with a CAGR of 1.88%, culminating in a total increase of 9.77% over these five years.
Key trends in recent years include:
- Substantial employment swings due to economic and possibly external factors.
- A severe dip in 2019 followed by a significant recovery in 2020.
- Steady recovery and moderate growth projected from 2024 onwards.
Future trends to watch for:
- Technological advancements such as automation and AI impacting employment.
- Economic recovery post-pandemic potentially stabilizing the job market.
- Global supply chain adjustments affecting warehousing demand.
