In 2023, Poland led the European market in the carrying capacity of dumb and pushed vessels with a capacity of at most 999 tonnes, with an impressive 30.64 thousand metric tons. This represented a marginal growth of 2.4% year-on-year. Meanwhile, the Netherlands, although holding a significant 24.63 thousand metric tons, experienced a decline of 1.2%. Belarus and France followed, with slight contractions of 0.31% and 2.07%, respectively. Croatia, Finland, Slovakia, Lithuania, and Bulgaria displayed notable reductions, with Bulgaria experiencing the steepest decline at 7.22%. Over the last five years, the countries analyzed show varied trends in capacity, with general downward pressure, as evidenced by their CAGR.
Future trends to watch include:
- The continuing economic and environmental policies that could impact vessel operations and the carrying capacity across European countries.
- Technological advancements that may increase efficiency and capacity, impacting future capacity trends.
- Potential geopolitical influences and trade agreements affecting intra-European shipping demands and regulations.
- Adaptations to climate change, influencing infrastructure and navigability of European waterways.
Top countries in Total Carrying Capacity of Dumb and Pushed Vessels with a Capacity of at Most 999 Tonnes Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 9 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 30.64 | 2023 | -0.79% | +0.024% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 24.63 | 2023 | 0% | -1.2% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belarus | 17.99 | 2023 | -0.38% | -0.31% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 16.99 | 2023 | -1.96% | -2.07% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Croatia | 3.4 | 2023 | 0% | -1.89% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 1.36 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 1.07 | 2023 | -1.56% | -2.36% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Lithuania | 0.31 | 2023 | -5.26% | -4.78% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 0.19 | 2023 | -15.38% | -7.22% | View data |
