In 2024, Greece, Italy, and Denmark led in the number of non-specialized general cargo ships, collectively accounting for nearly two-thirds of the total units in Europe. Greece exhibits slight growth, while Italy showed notable advancements. Denmark, Spain, and Malta varied in performance: Denmark saw a marginal decrease, Spain displayed growth, and Malta experienced significant expansion. On the contrary, Germany, the UK, and Sweden experienced a decline. Notable is Latvia's exceptional growth rate. Over the last five years, these variations reflect sectoral adjustments due to changing economic and shipping demands.
Future trends to watch include the resilience of major players like Greece and Italy amid global shipping industry shifts. Furthermore, innovative policies on environmental sustainability and economic strategies may impact smaller countries' share, transforming the general cargo landscape. Enhanced cooperation and technological advancements will likely prompt strategic realignments within the region’s maritime infrastructure.
Top countries in Number of Non-Specialized General Cargo Ships Share by Country (Units)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Greece | 24.73 | 2023 | +5.69% | +1.12% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 21.55 | 2023 | +1.38% | +1.13% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Denmark | 17.76 | 2023 | -0.84% | -0.061% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 7.23 | 2023 | +17.73% | +5.18% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Croatia | 6.29 | 2023 | +3.21% | -0.44% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 4.1 | 2023 | -0.25% | -0.14% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 3.61 | 2023 | -2.25% | -3.49% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 3.31 | 2023 | +0.16% | -1.5% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Malta | 2.01 | 2023 | +7.28% | +8.43% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 1.89 | 2023 | +13.22% | +1.02% | View data |
