Key Market Indicators
Poland's expenditure on sea transportation is projected to decline from €10.87 million in 2023 to approximately €10.5 million by 2028, marking an average annual decrease of 0.5%. This continues a trend observed since 2013, during which Polish demand for sea transportation has fallen by an average of 4.1% each year. In contrast, the Polish passenger ship fleet is anticipated to grow steadily. The fleet is expected to increase from 3,350 units in 2023 to around 3,600 units by 2028, reflecting an average annual growth rate of 1.1%. Since 2009, Poland's passenger ship supply has seen a yearly increase of 1.6%. As of 2023, Poland holds the eighth position globally in terms of its passenger ship fleet size, with Sweden narrowly ahead, also with 3,350 units. Spain, Greece, and Italy rank second, third, and fourth respectively in this category.
