The volume of inland waterways freight transport in Belgium stood at 7.6 Billion Tonne Kilometers in 2023. The forecasted data for the upcoming years shows a gradual decline, with values expected to decrease to 7.59 Billion Tonne Kilometers in 2025, 7.58 Billion Tonne Kilometers in 2026, and stabilizing around 7.57 Billion Tonne Kilometers from 2027 to 2028. This indicates a modest downward trend in inland waterways freight transport volume over the period.
Year-on-year variations showcase minimal percentage changes, reflecting a slight and consistent reduction in volume. The last two years see a decrease from 7.6 Billion Tonne Kilometers in 2023 to 7.57 Billion Tonne Kilometers in 2028, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately -0.1% over the five-year period.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of environmental regulations on freight transport modalities, shifts toward more sustainable transport methods, and potential investments in infrastructure improvements that may affect the volume and efficiency of inland waterways freight transport in Belgium.
