The number of persons employed in the event catering sector in France has shown significant fluctuations over the years. In 2023, employment stood at 28.13 thousand employees. From 2013 to 2023, the sector exhibited cyclical growth with periods of decline, particularly notable in 2015 and 2020, with YoY changes reaching -19.1% and -16.77%, respectively.
In the last two years, the sector experienced moderate growth, with YoY variations of 6.97% in 2022 and 4.89% in 2023. The forecast from 2024 indicates a stable upward trend with an average annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.01% over the next 5 years, reaching 29.97 thousand employees by 2028.
Future trends to watch for:
- Technological advancements in event planning and execution, driving efficiency.
- Evolution in consumer preferences, particularly post-COVID-19 event formats.
- Regulatory changes impacting labor practices and industry standards.
