In 2023, Croatia led European countries in passenger ship numbers, with approximately 196.31 thousand ships, followed by Spain and Greece. Most countries experienced slight changes year-on-year. Croatia, Spain, and Poland saw increases, while Greece, Italy, and France had a decline, particularly France with a -6% year-on-year change, and Cyprus with a notable -11.65%. These shifts indicate evolving dynamics in the European maritime sector.
Looking forward, several trends may impact the number of passenger ships across Europe:
- Environmental regulations and sustainability may prioritize newer, greener ships.
- Economic factors and tourism demand fluctuations will influence fleet sizes.
- Technological advancements in shipbuilding could lead to industry innovation.
- Political and economic stability will affect maritime investment and development.
Top countries in Number of Passenger Ships by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Croatia | 196,310 | 2023 | +16.26% | +3.93% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 63,840 | 2023 | +11.69% | +1.24% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 41,810 | 2023 | -2.73% | -0.36% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 29,900 | 2023 | -5.47% | -3.35% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 23,940 | 2023 | +4.95% | -0.042% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 5,410 | 2023 | +8.04% | -6% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 3,430 | 2023 | -5.95% | -0.19% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 3,350 | 2023 | +11.33% | +1.6% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 1,090 | 2023 | +12.06% | -2.88% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 1,060 | 2023 | +4.02% | -2.74% | View data |
