The 2024 data on European gross weight of goods transported by sea indicates that the Netherlands holds a leading share, followed by Spain, the United Kingdom, and Italy. Year-on-year changes in 2023 reveal Northern European countries like Norway and Poland had significant increases, while declines were observed in France and Greece. Belgium emerged strong with a notable positive variation, whereas countries like Finland and Portugal showed reductions. The last five-year CAGR suggests a mix of stability and minor shifts among most nations, with no dramatic changes.
Future trends to watch include the impact of sustainability initiatives on shipping decisions, potential trade shifts due to geopolitical factors, and advancements in maritime technology improving efficiency. Monitoring changes in port infrastructure investments and regional economic conditions will also be essential in understanding future distribution and dynamics.
Top countries in Gross Weight of Goods Transported by Sea Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 15.2 | 2023 | +1.26% | -0.0036% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 11.69 | 2023 | +2.29% | -0.13% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 10.83 | 2023 | -0.52% | -0.45% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 10.21 | 2023 | +0.53% | +0.29% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 7.37 | 2023 | +1.21% | +0.012% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 7.33 | 2023 | +1.44% | +1.51% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 6.57 | 2023 | -1.18% | -2.57% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 5 | 2023 | +0.53% | +2.66% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 4.39 | 2023 | +1.4% | -0.1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 3.68 | 2023 | +0.21% | -0.55% | View data |
