In 2023, the Netherlands dominated the European load capacity of self-propelled barges, representing a significant share. Germany, France, and Romania followed, with other countries like Poland and Bulgaria contributing lower capacities. Notable year-on-year changes in 2023 include an increase in Romania and Bulgaria, while Germany and the United Kingdom saw declines. Lithuania experienced the largest growth rate, whereas Switzerland showed a significant decrease. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate highlighted differing trajectories for each country, impacting the overall trends in European barge load capacity.
Moving forward, watch for shifts in capacity shares, driven by economic factors, investments in infrastructure, and shifts in trade patterns. Technological advancements and climate policies may also alter the landscape of self-propelled barge usage across Europe.
Top countries in Load Capacity of Self-Propelled Barges Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 75.27 | 2023 | +1.18% | +0.79% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 14.55 | 2023 | -0.72% | -0.17% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 5.59 | 2023 | +0.27% | +1.28% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 1.55 | 2023 | +2.98% | +3.01% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Serbia | 0.81 | 2021 | -29.2% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 0.51 | 2023 | +2.47% | -1.55% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 0.5 | 2023 | +2.91% | +2.85% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 0.31 | 2023 | 0% | -1.55% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 0.26 | 2023 | -3.41% | -4.88% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 0.14 | 2023 | +5.36% | -4.25% | View data |
