In 2023, Romania led with 10.33 billion tonne kilometers in shipping volume, though it experienced a slight decrease of 0.12% from the previous year. The Netherlands followed with an increase of 0.16%, reaching 6.87 billion tonne kilometers. Germany saw a substantial decline of 1.41%, while Bulgaria sharply dropped by 6.21%. Hungary, Austria, and Croatia displayed modest growth, with Croatia registering a 2.71% increase. Notably, Belgium and Slovakia had significant growth, 16.86% and 16.05% respectively, while Poland and the Czech Republic experienced significant declines, with the latter dropping completely.
Looking ahead, the European shipping volume of container transport by not self-propelled barges may be influenced by ongoing technological advancements, sustainability regulations, and economic shifts in trade policies. Observations should be attuned to legislative changes impacting inland waterway logistics, potential environmental policies, and innovations in supply chain efficiencies to anticipate shifts in shipping volumes among these nations.
Top countries in Shipping Volume of Container Transport Performed by Not Self-Propelled Barges by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Tonne Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Romania | 10,330 | 2023 | +30.34% | -0.12% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 6,870 | 2023 | +1.37% | +0.16% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 5,330 | 2023 | +0.26% | -1.41% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Bulgaria | 3,180 | 2023 | +0.067% | -6.21% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Hungary | 1,050 | 2023 | +16.2% | +1.94% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 941 | 2023 | +5.26% | -2.19% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 773 | 2023 | +9.49% | +1.04% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 560 | 2023 | +36.92% | +2.71% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 534 | 2023 | -7.29% | +16.86% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 147 | 2022 | View data |
