In 2024, South Korea leads with 29.481 Million TEUs, showing a modest year-on-year increase of 0.35%. Belgium experiences the most significant growth at 2.4%, while Germany and Italy show declines at -1.34% and -3.84%, respectively. Azerbaijan, although starting from a small base, sees a remarkable 20.18% increase. Mexico (3.73%) and Ireland (3.27%) also register notable growth. The CAGR over the last 5 years has varied widely, indicating fluctuating market conditions.
Future trends to watch include the potential rise of maritime container volumes in emerging markets. Countries like Mexico, Ireland, and Azerbaijan, showing substantial recent growth, may continue to expand their share in global maritime trade. Additionally, sustainability and technology-driven efficiency improvements are likely to shape the future landscape of global maritime logistics.
Top countries in Number of Maritime Containers by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 South Korea | 29,481,000 | 2023 | +2.28% | +0.35% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 23,336,000 | 2023 | +1.88% | -0.12% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 14,804,000 | 2023 | +1.66% | -0.082% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 14,007,000 | 2023 | +1.09% | -1.34% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 12,631,000 | 2023 | +2.66% | +2.4% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 10,491,000 | 2023 | +3.56% | -3.84% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 9,940,500 | 2023 | +2.73% | -0.73% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Mexico | 8,390,200 | 2023 | +0.94% | +3.73% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 6,480,200 | 2023 | +0.02% | +2.05% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 4,959,100 | 2023 | +2.24% | -1.32% | View data |
