In 2023, the volume of short sea container transport in Belgium stood at 5.03 million TEUs. The forecasted data for 2024 shows a rise to 5.14 million TEUs, indicating a year-on-year increase of approximately 2.2%. The trend continues with an annual rise of about 2.3% in 2025, 2.1% in 2026, 2.2% in 2027, and 2% in 2028, reaching 5.6 million TEUs. Over the last two years, the average annual growth rate was around 2.2%, and the five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is projected at about 2.1%.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements in shipping logistics, the impact of environmental regulations on the shipping industry, and potential economic shifts within the European Union which may influence trade volumes.
