As of 2023, the number of enterprises in the inland waterway transport sector in Italy stood at 1.17 thousand. Forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 indicates a steady increase in the number of enterprises, rising annually by approximately 0.01 thousand, reaching 1.22 thousand by 2028. This growth represents a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of around 0.42% over the five-year period.

Future trends to watch for include:

Adoption of sustainable and environmentally friendly transport solutions.
Technological advancements in vessel operations and navigation systems.
Impact of regulatory changes on the sector's growth dynamics.
Integration of inland waterway transport with other logistic networks for efficiency.