Forecast: Volume of Inland Waterway National Freight Transport in the UK

As of 2023, the volume of inland waterway national freight transport in the UK stood at approximately 3.03 million metric tons. Forecasted data indicates a steady decline over the following years, with values predicted to drop to 2.98 million metric tons by 2024 and further decrease by about 1.7% year-on-year until 2028, reaching 2.79 million metric tons. Over this five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) reflects a consistent negative trend, underscoring a challenging outlook for this mode of transport.

Future trends to watch for include:

• The impact of environmental policies promoting sustainable transport modes.
• Technological advancements that could enhance efficiency and competitiveness.
• Economic shifts influencing demand for inland waterway transport.