Forecast: Number of Dry Bulk Carriers in the Netherlands

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