sekundärsektorn

The sekundärsektorn, also known as the secondary sector of the economy, encompasses all economic activities involved in the processing of raw materials into finished goods. This sector takes the outputs from the primärsektorn (agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining) and transforms them through manufacturing, construction, and energy production. Key industries within the sekundärsektorn include manufacturing of automobiles, electronics, textiles, and food products, as well as construction of buildings and infrastructure, and the generation and distribution of electricity, gas, and water.

The development of the sekundärsektorn is often a hallmark of economic modernization. As economies transition from agrarian to industrial bases, the secondary sector typically grows in importance, creating jobs and driving technological advancement. The output of the sekundärsektorn forms the basis for the tertiärsektorn, or service sector, as finished goods need to be distributed, sold, and maintained. In highly developed economies, the tertiary sector often becomes dominant, though the secondary sector remains crucial for production and innovation.