The 2024 data show that Belgium leads Europe in specialized carrier ships, with a substantial 221.1 million gross tonnage, dominating the sector, followed by the United Kingdom and Italy. Over the past years, Norway showed significant growth, with a 21.12% increase in 2023, while France and Greece experienced declines. The Netherlands saw a modest increase, whereas Ireland faced a sharp decline of 19.23%. Lithuania's drastic drop of 34.02% was the most notable change. In contrast, Bulgaria's and Croatia's fleet sizes grew modestly.
Looking forward, innovation in shipbuilding, shifts in trade routes, and environmental regulations are pivotal trends to monitor, as they may influence the fleet sizes across Europe in the specialized carrier segment. Continued advancements in emission reduction technologies and changing trade dynamics could reshape future specialized maritime logistics.
Top countries in Number of Specialized Carrier Ships by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Gross Tonnage | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 221,100 | 2023 | +1.5% | +0.8% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 118,930 | 2023 | +1.28% | +0.61% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 86,950 | 2023 | +20.44% | +9.06% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 38,130 | 2023 | +9.91% | -0.36% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 37,330 | 2023 | +4.39% | -1.46% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Norway | 28,420 | 2023 | +14.95% | +21.12% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 25,070 | 2023 | +6.84% | -3.56% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 18,500 | 2023 | +5.78% | +0.39% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 14,610 | 2023 | +6.12% | +1.56% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 12,710 | 2023 | +5.65% | -0.74% | View data |
