Inland waterway national freight transport in Italy stood at 45.62 Billion Tonne Kilometers in 2023. Analyzing the trend from 2013 to 2023, the sector experienced significant fluctuations with notable declines in key years such as 2014 (-27.42%) and 2020 (-47.48%). The average annual decrease over the last five years (CAGR) was approximately -7.53%. The forecast indicates a continued decline with values expected to fall to 27.12 Billion Tonne Kilometers by 2028, representing a -34.76% decrease over five years and an average annual decline (CAGR) of -8.19%.
Future trends to watch include the impact of regulatory changes, advancements in waterway infrastructure, and shifts in the logistics and transportation industry, especially with an increasing focus on sustainability and the adoption of alternative transport methods. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for understanding the potential stabilization or further decline within this sector.
