The Netherlands leads Europe in inland freight water transport employment at 10.12 thousand employees, followed by Germany with 4.46 thousand. France and Romania trail with 2.06 and 1.44 thousand respectively. Notably, Sweden experienced the most significant growth in 2023 with a 22.1% increase. Germany saw a substantial 3.8% increase, while Romania and Serbia saw declines, at -3.65% and -2.91% respectively. The sector is seeing moderate annual growth, with variation across countries. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) narrates a comprehensive growth story.
Future trends to watch include technology-driven optimizations and potential shifts in trade routes which may impact employment. Increased environmental regulations and investments in green logistics could also influence workforce dynamics across Europe, with some countries potentially seeing shifts related to transitioning towards more sustainable transport solutions.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed of Inland Freight Water Transport by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 10,120 | 2023 | -0.059% | +0.22% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 4,460 | 2023 | +0.11% | +3.8% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 2,060 | 2023 | +1.33% | +1.43% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 1,440 | 2023 | -2.71% | -3.65% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Serbia | 864 | 2023 | -2.59% | -2.91% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 782 | 2023 | +3.71% | +1.72% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 620 | 2023 | +0.32% | +2.42% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Switzerland | 605 | 2023 | +0.33% | +0.81% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 569 | 2023 | +1.07% | -0.52% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 544 | 2023 | -2.16% | -1.78% | View data |
