The European container transport landscape in 2023 shows the Netherlands leading with 57.24 million tonne kilometers, reflecting a 2.99% increase. Germany, despite its large market, experienced a decline of 5.11%, standing at 33.57 million. Belgium and France also saw reductions by 3.01% and 3.74% respectively. Notably, Romania achieved a significant growth of 91.86%, while Bulgaria increased by 37.97%. Additionally, Hungary experienced an 8.45% uptick, while Austria plummeted by 100%, effectively exiting this space.
Future trends to watch include the potential for increased digitization and automation in logistics, further diversification in trade routes, and the impact of sustainability initiatives on transport efficiency and volume. Monitoring these factors will provide insights into shifts in national transport shares and overall growth within the sector.
Top countries in Total Container Transport Volume of All Types of Goods Share by Country (Million Tonne Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 57.24 | 2023 | +22.32% | +2.99% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 33.57 | 2023 | -4.65% | -5.11% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 4.93 | 2023 | +1.73% | -3.01% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 3.77 | 2023 | -7.29% | -3.74% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 0.4 | 2023 | 0% | +91.86% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bulgaria | 0.038 | 2023 | 0% | +37.97% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 0.023 | 2023 | +50% | +8.45% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 0.015 | 2023 | 0% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Luxembourg | 0.015 | 2023 | +100% | 0% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 0.008 | 2023 | -100% | View data |
