In 2023, the Netherlands led European container transport, moving 191.93 million metric tons, reflecting a modest growth of 0.75% from the previous year. Belgium saw a more significant increase of 1.42% to 123.27 million metric tons. Despite Germany's large volume of 134.18 million metric tons, it saw a decline of 0.036%. France and Luxembourg also experienced declines of 0.78% and 1.22% respectively. Notably, Romania experienced a significant 9.05% growth, while Poland faced a drastic reduction of 35.04%. Eastern European countries like Bulgaria and Slovakia showed positive trends, with increases of 2.29% and 5.76% respectively.
Future trends to watch:
- Expect increased shipping volumes in Eastern Europe due to infrastructure development and economic growth.
- Western European hubs like the Netherlands and Belgium might continue stable increases, driven by technological advancements and logistical efficiency.
- Potential geopolitical factors could impact international shipping dynamics, possibly altering routing and volume distribution.
- Sustainability initiatives may drive further changes in shipping practices and volume expectations.
Top countries in Shipping Volume of International Container Transport Performed by All Types of Vessels by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 191,930 | 2023 | +3.16% | +0.75% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 134,180 | 2023 | +4.31% | -0.036% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 123,270 | 2023 | +2.57% | +1.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 22,810 | 2023 | +0.48% | -0.78% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 13,170 | 2023 | -9.43% | +9.05% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 5,640 | 2023 | +5.63% | +0.26% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 5,100 | 2023 | +49.46% | +2.68% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 3,000 | 2023 | -0.53% | +2.29% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 1,600 | 2023 | -6.21% | +5.76% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Luxembourg | 903 | 2023 | +15.77% | -1.22% | View data |
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