The Netherlands dominates European container transport with 49.62 million metric tons, reflecting a substantial lead over other countries. Belgium and Germany follow, although both saw declines in 2023. France maintains moderate volumes with a minor decrease, while Romania's volume surged by 129%, indicating a significant growth potential. Luxembourg and Bulgaria showed positive growth, whereas Austria and Germany experienced declines. The compounded annual growth rate over the past five years indicates a varied landscape among these countries.
Future trends to monitor include the potential sustained growth in Romania and Bulgaria and any shifts in economic policies that could impact major markets like the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany. Emerging green transport solutions and infrastructure developments in Europe are likely to influence container transport volumes, reshaping regional and international trade dynamics.
Top countries in Total Container Transport Volume of All Types of Goods by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 49,620 | 2023 | +8.92% | +1.85% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 19,590 | 2023 | +3.19% | -1.33% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 18,760 | 2023 | +2.81% | -2.37% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 3,420 | 2023 | -1.92% | -1.47% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 193 | 2023 | -0.53% | +129.02% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Luxembourg | 171 | 2023 | +46.15% | +10.04% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 12 | 2023 | +33.33% | +5.92% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 12 | 2023 | +9.09% | +31.95% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 7 | 2023 | +250% | -6.89% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 4 | 2023 | -33.33% | +14.87% | View data |
