From 2013 to 2023, the share of transport services in South Korea's commercial service imports has shown a general downward trend, marked by fluctuations. In 2023, it stood at 23.79, reflecting a notable decline from its peak value in 2013. The year-on-year variations exhibited significant shifts: after a marked drop of 9.12% in 2023, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years indicates a minor positive trend at 0.52%. This points to a short-term recovery phase followed by a slight dip.

Projections from 2024 onwards suggest a steady decline, with the share estimated to decrease to 21.34 by 2028. The forecasted five-year CAGR is -1.74%, amounting to an overall reduction of 8.38% over this period.

Future trends to watch for include:

Impact of technological advancements in transport and logistics on service imports.
Changes in global trade dynamics and their influence on South Korea's import structure.
Developments in alternative transport modalities and their adoption rates.