In 2023, Belgium led European exports of containers designed for multimodal transport, taking 20.34% of the market with significant growth from previous years. Spain and France followed with 16.61% and 13.45% shares, respectively, reflecting stable or moderate growth. The Netherlands, Slovakia, and Poland also showed positive trends, whereas Germany demonstrated notable growth with a 24.8% increase year-on-year. Cyprus and Ireland experienced opposite dynamics, with the former facing a stark decline and the latter a dramatic rise. Luxembourg posted the highest percentage growth among smaller markets, while Estonia, Latvia, and Finland maintained steady increases.
Future trends to watch:
- An emphasis on technological advancements in container design to sustain competitive advantages in leading countries like Belgium and the Netherlands.
- Increasing market share for countries like Ireland and Luxembourg, driven by ongoing advancements and expansion into new markets.
- Challenges in maintaining growth in declining markets such as Cyprus, Sweden, and Croatia might necessitate strategic shifts or new investments.
- Environmental regulations may drive innovation and shifts in the industry landscape affecting production and export patterns.
Top countries in Export of Containers Specially Designed and Equipped for Carriage by One or More Modes of Transport Share by Country (Units (Items))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 20.34 | 2023 | +0.94% | +35.38% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 16.61 | 2023 | +14.16% | +0.55% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 13.45 | 2023 | +17.89% | +11.06% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 9.14 | 2023 | +15.73% | +13.41% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 8.47 | 2023 | +7.76% | +6.3% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 7.82 | 2023 | -10.4% | +16.98% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 7.47 | 2023 | +1.44% | +2.92% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 7.18 | 2023 | +17.33% | +24.8% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 4.53 | 2023 | +0.85% | +1.77% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Cyprus | 2.88 | 2023 | +4.89% | -22.12% | View data |
