The volume of inland waterway international freight transport in Belgium stood at 4.35 billion tonne kilometers in 2023. The forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 indicates a relatively stable but slightly increasing trend, starting from 4.36 billion tonne kilometers in 2024 to 4.39 billion tonne kilometers in 2028. The year-on-year variation showcases a very marginal growth of about 0.23% to 0.25% annually. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period is approximately 0.22%, highlighting a steady yet minimal increase in volume.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts from environmental regulations, advancements in sustainable transport technologies, and fluctuations in global trade dynamics that could affect the growth rate. Additionally, monitoring infrastructural developments and investments in Belgium’s inland waterway network will be crucial for future capacity and efficiency improvements.
