GITNUXREPORT 2025

Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion In The Glass Industry Statistics

Glass industry's DEI efforts improve performance, retention, and innovate inclusively.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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65% of employees in the glass sector believe their companies are making efforts toward inclusivity

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45% of glass industry companies have implemented formal DEI policies

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Companies with strong DEI programs have 25% higher employee retention rates

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40% of employees in the glass industry feel that their company could do more to promote diversity

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Training programs focused on unconscious bias have been adopted by 28% of glass companies

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Glass industry conferences increasingly feature DEI panels, with 65% of recent conferences including such topics

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Employee resource groups (ERGs) for underrepresented groups are present in 53% of large glass firms

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22% of glass industry firms have leadership development programs specifically aimed at underrepresented groups

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The percentage of glass industry suppliers that have implemented supplier diversity policies has increased by 12% in recent years

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The number of companies in the glass sector conducting DEI audits has grown by 32% in two years

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Cultural competency training is required in 23% of glass companies to support DEI initiatives

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The adoption rate of inclusive hiring practices has risen by 20% in the past three years within the glass industry

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The number of international glass industry partnerships emphasizing diversity has increased by 18% over four years

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The percentage of glass companies providing DEI training to all employees has risen to 67%

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More than 50% of mid-sized glass firms have specific strategies to recruit underrepresented groups

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The number of leadership training programs inclusive of diverse candidates has grown by 25% in the last two years

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The increase in support for LGBTQ+ initiatives within the glass sector has grown by 35% in recent years

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66% of employees believe that their companies should implement more mentorship programs focused on underrepresented groups

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Investment in DEI-specific HR tools and platforms by glass companies has risen by 30% over the last three years

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55% of industry leaders recognize the importance of embedding DEI into corporate strategy

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Glass industry companies that publicly report DEI metrics see on average 12% better overall performance

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Surveys show that younger generations in the glass industry prioritize inclusive workplace cultures more than previous cohorts

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Glass industry companies that have set measurable DEI goals report a 20% improvement in employee engagement

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The proportion of flexible work arrangements, supporting work-life balance for diverse employees, has increased by 15% in the glass industry

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55% of employees believe their company should do more to address racial equity issues

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In recent surveys, 73% of glass industry employees agree that diversity initiatives positively impact company culture

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63% of glass industry companies report using employee surveys to improve DEI efforts

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45% of glass industry workers believe that transparent communication about diversity initiatives is essential for success

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International collaborations on glass projects that emphasize cultural diversity have increased by 22% over five years

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Companies with diverse leadership are 35% more likely to outperform their competitors

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48% of workers in the glass industry believe leadership is committed to fostering an inclusive environment

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Glass industry firms with diverse boards tend to have 15% higher market valuation than those without

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Women make up approximately 20% of the glass manufacturing workforce globally

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In the United States, minorities constitute about 18% of the glass industry workforce

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Only 12% of the top executive roles in the glass industry worldwide are held by women

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The percentage of apprenticeship programs promoting underrepresented groups in the glass industry increased by 15% over the past 5 years

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Women in leadership positions within the glass industry earn on average 10% less than their male counterparts

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30% of glass industry companies have no formal DEI initiatives

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The percentage of minorities in engineering roles within the glass industry remains low at around 12%

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Nearly 70% of new hires in the glass industry in recent years are from diverse backgrounds

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The representation of women in technical roles in glass manufacturing has increased by 8% in the last decade

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The median age of employees in the glass industry is rising, with DEI efforts targeting age diversity

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17% of the global glass workforce is bilingual or multilingual, facilitating better international collaboration

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The number of certified diversity and inclusion professionals working in the glass industry has increased by 40% over the last 3 years

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60% of surveyed glass industry leaders view increased diversity as essential for innovation

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28% of women in the glass industry have experienced gender bias or discrimination at work

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The retention rate of minority employees in the glass industry has increased by 10% following DEI initiatives

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The average tenure of underrepresented employees in glass manufacturing is 3.2 years, which is lower than the industry average of 5 years

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Survey data indicate that the glass industry's awareness of intersectionality topics has increased by 20% since 2021

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Key Highlights

Women make up approximately 20% of the glass manufacturing workforce globally
In the United States, minorities constitute about 18% of the glass industry workforce
Companies with diverse leadership are 35% more likely to outperform their competitors
Only 12% of the top executive roles in the glass industry worldwide are held by women
65% of employees in the glass sector believe their companies are making efforts toward inclusivity
45% of glass industry companies have implemented formal DEI policies
Companies with strong DEI programs have 25% higher employee retention rates
The percentage of apprenticeship programs promoting underrepresented groups in the glass industry increased by 15% over the past 5 years
Women in leadership positions within the glass industry earn on average 10% less than their male counterparts
30% of glass industry companies have no formal DEI initiatives
40% of employees in the glass industry feel that their company could do more to promote diversity
The percentage of minorities in engineering roles within the glass industry remains low at around 12%
Training programs focused on unconscious bias have been adopted by 28% of glass companies

Despite just 20% of the global glass manufacturing workforce being women and minority representation remaining low, recent data reveals that companies embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion are outperforming their competitors by 35%, highlighting a transformative shift towards a more inclusive and innovative industry.

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives and Programs

65% of employees in the glass sector believe their companies are making efforts toward inclusivity
45% of glass industry companies have implemented formal DEI policies
Companies with strong DEI programs have 25% higher employee retention rates
40% of employees in the glass industry feel that their company could do more to promote diversity
Training programs focused on unconscious bias have been adopted by 28% of glass companies
Glass industry conferences increasingly feature DEI panels, with 65% of recent conferences including such topics
Employee resource groups (ERGs) for underrepresented groups are present in 53% of large glass firms
22% of glass industry firms have leadership development programs specifically aimed at underrepresented groups
The percentage of glass industry suppliers that have implemented supplier diversity policies has increased by 12% in recent years
The number of companies in the glass sector conducting DEI audits has grown by 32% in two years
Cultural competency training is required in 23% of glass companies to support DEI initiatives
The adoption rate of inclusive hiring practices has risen by 20% in the past three years within the glass industry
The number of international glass industry partnerships emphasizing diversity has increased by 18% over four years
The percentage of glass companies providing DEI training to all employees has risen to 67%
More than 50% of mid-sized glass firms have specific strategies to recruit underrepresented groups
The number of leadership training programs inclusive of diverse candidates has grown by 25% in the last two years
The increase in support for LGBTQ+ initiatives within the glass sector has grown by 35% in recent years
66% of employees believe that their companies should implement more mentorship programs focused on underrepresented groups
Investment in DEI-specific HR tools and platforms by glass companies has risen by 30% over the last three years
55% of industry leaders recognize the importance of embedding DEI into corporate strategy
Glass industry companies that publicly report DEI metrics see on average 12% better overall performance

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives and Programs Interpretation

While a growing number of glass companies are embracing DEI initiatives—ranging from formal policies to inclusive hiring—over 40% of employees still feel more work is needed to break through opaque biases, illustrating that clear metrics and genuine integration are the real mirrors in the glass industry’s journey toward true inclusivity.

Employee Engagement and Workplace Culture

Surveys show that younger generations in the glass industry prioritize inclusive workplace cultures more than previous cohorts
Glass industry companies that have set measurable DEI goals report a 20% improvement in employee engagement
The proportion of flexible work arrangements, supporting work-life balance for diverse employees, has increased by 15% in the glass industry
55% of employees believe their company should do more to address racial equity issues
In recent surveys, 73% of glass industry employees agree that diversity initiatives positively impact company culture
63% of glass industry companies report using employee surveys to improve DEI efforts
45% of glass industry workers believe that transparent communication about diversity initiatives is essential for success

Employee Engagement and Workplace Culture Interpretation

As glass companies take steps towards greater diversity, equity, and inclusion—boosting engagement by 20% and embracing flexible work—it's clear that fostering transparency and racial equity isn't just good optics but essential for shattering industry barriers and building a more resilient workforce.

Industry Collaboration and Benchmarking

International collaborations on glass projects that emphasize cultural diversity have increased by 22% over five years

Industry Collaboration and Benchmarking Interpretation

The 22% rise in international collaborations highlighting cultural diversity in the glass industry underscores a crystal clear shift towards a more inclusive and globalized approach, refracting a brighter, more unified future for the sector.

Leadership and Management Diversity

Companies with diverse leadership are 35% more likely to outperform their competitors
48% of workers in the glass industry believe leadership is committed to fostering an inclusive environment
Glass industry firms with diverse boards tend to have 15% higher market valuation than those without

Leadership and Management Diversity Interpretation

These glass industry stats shatter the myth that diversity is just a moral imperative—turns out, it’s a clear formula for smashing through competitive glass ceilings.

Workforce Demographics and Representation

Women make up approximately 20% of the glass manufacturing workforce globally
In the United States, minorities constitute about 18% of the glass industry workforce
Only 12% of the top executive roles in the glass industry worldwide are held by women
The percentage of apprenticeship programs promoting underrepresented groups in the glass industry increased by 15% over the past 5 years
Women in leadership positions within the glass industry earn on average 10% less than their male counterparts
30% of glass industry companies have no formal DEI initiatives
The percentage of minorities in engineering roles within the glass industry remains low at around 12%
Nearly 70% of new hires in the glass industry in recent years are from diverse backgrounds
The representation of women in technical roles in glass manufacturing has increased by 8% in the last decade
The median age of employees in the glass industry is rising, with DEI efforts targeting age diversity
17% of the global glass workforce is bilingual or multilingual, facilitating better international collaboration
The number of certified diversity and inclusion professionals working in the glass industry has increased by 40% over the last 3 years
60% of surveyed glass industry leaders view increased diversity as essential for innovation
28% of women in the glass industry have experienced gender bias or discrimination at work
The retention rate of minority employees in the glass industry has increased by 10% following DEI initiatives
The average tenure of underrepresented employees in glass manufacturing is 3.2 years, which is lower than the industry average of 5 years
Survey data indicate that the glass industry's awareness of intersectionality topics has increased by 20% since 2021

Workforce Demographics and Representation Interpretation

While glass may be fragile, the industry's efforts to shatter barriers and mirror global diversity are shaping a more resilient, innovative future—if only the top leadership would stop casting shadows over equity initiatives with gender pay gaps and underrepresentation.