The Netherlands dominates the European carrying capacity for vessels within the 1000-2999 tonnes range, with 3.94 million metric tons in 2023, albeit a -3.37% YoY decline. France follows at 0.335 million metric tons, experiencing a slight increase of 0.55% YoY. Bulgaria shows growth at 2.42% YoY, reaching 0.055 million metric tons, while Poland and Croatia see moderate gains. Finland, Lithuania, and Slovakia have minor roles, with Lithuania and Slovakia reflecting notable but small changes. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth in most countries has remained modest.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in vessel design and usage efficiency, regulatory impacts, particularly environmental regulations, and economic factors impacting supply and demand for goods transported by these vessels. Potential shifts in trade patterns due to geopolitical developments could also influence carrying capacities across Europe.
Top countries in Total Carrying Capacity of Self-Propelled Vessels with a Capacity Between 1000 and 2999 Tonnes by Country
| # | 8 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 3,940 | 2023 | -1.13% | -3.37% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 335 | 2023 | +0.6% | +0.55% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bulgaria | 55 | 2023 | +2.61% | +2.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 29.08 | 2023 | +0.91% | +0.42% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Croatia | 23 | 2023 | +4.55% | +6.23% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 5 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Lithuania | 1.6 | 2023 | 0% | +4.24% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 1.1 | 2023 | -8.33% | -4.71% | View data |
