In 2023, employment in the Stone, Sand, and Clay Quarrying Sector in Norway stood at 3.04 thousand Full-Time Equivalent (FTE). The forecast for the following years indicates a steady increase in employment: 3.05 thousand FTE in 2024, 3.06 thousand FTE in 2025, 3.08 thousand FTE in 2026, 3.09 thousand FTE in 2027, and 3.11 thousand FTE in 2028.
The year-on-year variation shows marginal increases:
- 2024: 0.33%
- 2025: 0.33%
- 2026: 0.65%
- 2027: 0.33%
- 2028: 0.65%
Over the last five years, the average variation per year, calculated as CAGR, reflects a stable growth rate of approximately 0.46% annually.
Future trends to watch for:
Industry players should monitor advancements in automation and sustainable quarrying practices. These developments could impact employment needs positively by ensuring increased efficiency and compliance with environmental regulations, potentially creating more specialized jobs while reducing the demand for manual labor.
