The number of persons employed in the passenger rail transport, interurban sector in Italy shows a declining trend from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the sector employed 39.3 thousand individuals. Forecasted data indicates a gradual reduction, with a year-on-year decrease of 2.5% from 2024 to 2025, 2.5% from 2025 to 2026, 2.6% from 2026 to 2027, and 2.6% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is -2.4%.
Future trends to monitor include the impact of automation and technological advancements on employment, the adaptation of the workforce to emerging skills, and potential policy changes aimed at revitalizing the sector or addressing labor shortages. Additionally, shifts in passenger demand due to environmental considerations or connectivity improvements might influence employment numbers in the coming years.
