Spain leads in liquid bulk tankers with 259.94 million gross tonnage, followed by the Netherlands and Italy. The UK's value increased by 2.44% year-on-year, significantly impacting its standing. Notably, Belgium and Sweden saw substantial year-on-year growth of 5.04% and 7.32%, respectively. Conversely, Finland and Cyprus experienced contractions, highlighting regional disparities. Malta’s value recorded an exceptional leap, up 37.79% in 2023.
Future trends indicate a shift towards sustainable energy requirements, potentially impacting the operational demand for liquid bulk tankers in Europe. Technological advancements and regulatory changes might further influence the sector's development patterns.
Top countries in Number of Liquid Bulk Tankers by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Gross Tonnage | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 259,940 | 2023 | -0.59% | +1.26% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 226,750 | 2023 | +1.86% | +0.59% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 206,070 | 2023 | +3.46% | +1.46% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 199,930 | 2023 | +0.5% | +2.44% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 146,510 | 2023 | +8.36% | +1.83% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 106,400 | 2023 | +4.29% | +5.04% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 100,400 | 2023 | +4.66% | +1.43% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 60,220 | 2023 | +1.08% | +1.43% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 58,860 | 2023 | +1.27% | +7.32% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 44,930 | 2023 | +4.63% | +3.32% | View data |
