The number of passenger ships in Turkey is forecasted to increase consistently over the period from 2024 to 2028, starting at 10.71 thousand ships in 2024 and rising to 11.95 thousand ships by 2028. For context, the actual number of passenger ships in Turkey in 2023 was 10.40 thousand.
The year-on-year variations indicate a steady upward trend: - 2024: +3.0% - 2025: +3.0% - 2026: +2.8% - 2027: +2.6% - 2028: +2.6% Over the last two years, this implies an annual average growth rate of around 2.8%.
Future trends to watch for include potential technological advancements in shipbuilding and navigation, regulatory changes impacting the maritime industry, and shifts in tourism demand. The continued growth in the number of passenger ships signals a robust expansion in Turkey's ability to cater to increasing domestic and international travel by sea.
