Air Freight in Germany: Skilled Labour Shortage Slows Growth
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Handling volumes at German air freight forwarders remained stable in the third quarter. This is reported by the trade publication TRANSPORT, which specialises in freight transport. Despite the stable figures, the industry faces a growing problem: more and more qualified workers are missing.
Handling is the process in which goods at the airport are moved from an aircraft or truck to the next mode of transport, sorted and temporarily stored. For forwarders, stable handling means that demand for air freight in this period has neither risen significantly nor fallen sharply. At the same time, the development shows that the need for personnel cannot be met.
The shortage of skilled workers has affected the German air freight industry for some time. According to the report, it is continuing to increase. This could have long-term effects on the performance of companies, because without sufficient staff it is more difficult to organise operations and accept new orders.
For the future, it will be decisive how companies can recruit and retain qualified employees. The third-quarter development shows that the industry is operating stably, but the staff shortage remains an important challenge.
Sources: TRANSPORT - die Zeitung für den Güterverkehr
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