In 2023, the Netherlands led European sea shipping with a share of 15.08 thousand metric tons, albeit with a minor dip of 0.63%. Spain and the UK followed with shares of 11.49 and 11.06, respectively. Italy and Germany showed slight growth in their shipping shares, and Norway experienced the largest positive change at 2.49%. In contrast, France saw the steepest decline at 2.93%. Poland and Lithuania demonstrated significant upward movement. Generally, the five-year average growth rate shows mixed trends, signaling shifts within regional logistics dynamics.
Looking ahead, technological advancements, regulatory changes, and sustainability initiatives may impact European sea shipping distribution. Industries should monitor these areas for emerging opportunities and challenges.
Top countries in Gross Weight of Goods Transported by Sea Shipping Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 15.08 | 2023 | -0.52% | -0.63% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 11.49 | 2023 | +0.28% | -0.94% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 11.06 | 2023 | -0.57% | -0.5% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 10.32 | 2023 | +0.57% | +0.051% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 7.67 | 2023 | +2.4% | +1.96% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 7.57 | 2023 | +0.12% | +0.066% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 6.4 | 2023 | -1.85% | -2.93% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 5.08 | 2023 | +0.11% | +2.49% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 4.36 | 2023 | +0.36% | -0.69% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 3.82 | 2023 | +0.95% | -0.25% | View data |
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