The transportation and logistics sector is one of the world's largest employers. As of early 2026, it is estimated that over 450 million people are employed in the global transportation industry across all modes (land, sea, air, and rail). In the European Union alone, the sector employs approximately 10.4 million people, representing about 6.5% of the total business workforce. The largest subsector is land transport (trucking, buses, and taxis), which accounts for over 50% of the industry's total employment. The maritime industry supports roughly 2 million seafarers, while the aviation industry (including airport staff and manufacturers) supports over 80 million jobs worldwide when factoring in tourism-related roles. This sector is currently facing a "critical labor transition" as automation, AI, and the shift to green energy (electric and hydrogen vehicles) require massive re-skilling of the workforce to keep the global supply chain moving.