The number of dry bulk carriers in the Netherlands stood at 2.07 thousand in 2023, showing a nominal year-on-year increase of 1.67%. Looking further back, the sector experienced fluctuations with a notable decline in 2020 (-10.39%) followed by a rebound in 2021 (13.83%). The five-year CAGR preceding 2023 indicates a slight contraction of -0.37%, reflecting overall market volatility and various external influences.
Forecasts suggest a modest decline with the number of dry bulk carriers expected to reach 2.03 thousand by 2028, showing a forecasted 5-year CAGR of -0.25%. This implies a continued but slight downward trend between 2024 and 2028.
Future Trends to Watch:
- Impact of global economic conditions on trade volumes
- Advancements in ship technology enhancing efficiency
- Environmental regulations potentially driving fleet modernization
- Shifts in demand from key import/export sectors