The European Number of Non-Specialized General Cargo Ships by Country shows Italy leading with a gross tonnage of 1.648 billion, followed closely by the United Kingdom at 1.6178 billion. Significant growth is observed in countries like Latvia (149.75%) and Malta (7.7%), reflecting a robust increase in their fleets. Meanwhile, declines are notable in the Netherlands (-1.92%) and Belgium (-1.93%). Overall, most countries show stable or positive growth, with France (2.41%) and Ireland (3.57%) exhibiting prominent upward trends.
Looking ahead, key trends to watch include the potential for continued growth in emerging markets like Latvia and Malta, as well as the impact of potential regulatory changes and environmental considerations on fleet modernization and expansion across Europe. The observed year-on-year and CAGR trends suggest a dynamic yet steady outlook for non-specialized general cargo ships in the region.
Top countries in Number of Non-Specialized General Cargo Ships by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Gross Tonnage | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 1,648,000 | 2023 | +2.23% | +0.85% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 1,617,800 | 2023 | +0.38% | -0.27% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 1,134,200 | 2023 | +4.14% | +0.98% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 1,044,700 | 2023 | +1.23% | -0.39% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 1,044,700 | 2023 | +8.58% | +1.61% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 940,860 | 2023 | +12.51% | +2.41% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 906,040 | 2023 | +6.18% | +1.42% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 726,540 | 2023 | +6.52% | +0.56% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 674,420 | 2023 | +6.01% | +0.64% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Estonia | 342,730 | 2023 | +3.5% | +1.14% | View data |