The United Kingdom leads in empty short sea container transport, with growth of 2.51% in 2023. Spain and Italy experienced declines, at -2.47% and -7.61%, respectively. Belgium and Greece showed significant increases at 6.85% and 5.06%. In Northern Europe, Norway and Ireland exhibited notable positive trends, while Finland and Denmark had modest growth. Countries such as France and Sweden continued with minor declines. Over five years, the sector experienced a moderate and variable growth pattern.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts due to geopolitical changes, sustainability initiatives, and economic recovery impacts on cargo flows in Europe.
Top countries in Empty Short Sea Container Volume Transported by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 1,690 | 2023 | +1.87% | +2.51% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 1,230 | 2023 | +0.41% | -2.47% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 1,110 | 2023 | +1.19% | -0.39% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 1,070 | 2023 | -0.094% | +2.18% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 986 | 2023 | +3.03% | +6.85% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 901 | 2023 | +7.65% | +5.06% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 533 | 2023 | +7.03% | +4.1% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Finland | 526 | 2023 | +4.99% | +2.54% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 376 | 2023 | +3.58% | -1.28% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 311 | 2023 | +0.32% | -1.94% | View data |
