In 2023, Greece dominated the European import market for sailboats for pleasure or sports, holding a significant share of 48.57%. The United Kingdom followed with 24.72%, while other countries had noticeably smaller shares, with Italy at 4.13% and Belgium at 3.43%. Over the last year, Greece showed an impressive 139.57% increase in imports, while the UK experienced a notable decline of 19.59%. Noteworthy growth was also observed in Belgium (20.35%), Sweden (27.44%), and Portugal (43.52%). Conversely, Croatia saw a decline of 32.12%, and Lithuania decreased by 22.48%.
Looking ahead, future trends in the European import market of sailboats may include shifts in consumer preferences towards environmentally sustainable options and innovations in sailboat designs. Economic factors and changes in tourism patterns could also significantly influence import capacities and the geographical spread of demand across European countries.
Top countries in Import of Sailboats for Pleasure or Sports, with or without Auxiliary Motor Share by Country (Units (Items))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Greece | 48.57 | 2023 | +3.51% | +139.57% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 24.72 | 2023 | +1.72% | -19.59% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 4.13 | 2023 | +5.45% | +3.66% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 3.43 | 2023 | +58.69% | +20.35% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 2.54 | 2023 | -2.15% | +1.58% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 2.44 | 2021 | +42.68% | +8.34% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ireland | 2.26 | 2021 | +4720% | +91.08% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 1.44 | 2021 | +132.26% | +21.15% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 1.18 | 2023 | +2.11% | +27.44% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 0.81 | 2021 | -94.1% | -2.17% | View data |
