The European shipping volume of international container transport showed significant country variations in 2023. Germany led with 42.06 million tonne kilometers, experiencing a stable growth of 0.78%. The Netherlands followed with 34.46 million, though it saw a slight decline of 0.066%. Romania's volume surged by 11.25%, while Belgium and France recorded declines of 0.82% and 2.78% respectively. Eastern European countries like Slovakia and Croatia witnessed positive trends, though starting from smaller bases.
Future trends to watch include:
- Increased investments in sustainable transport solutions may influence growth patterns across European countries.
- Potential impacts of regulatory changes at the EU level on international shipping practices.
- Technological advancements, such as automation and digital tracking, driving efficiency in shipping and logistics.
- The impact of geopolitical factors and trade agreements on shipping routes and volume distribution.
Top countries in Shipping Volume of International Container Transport Performed by All Types of Vessels Share by Country (Million Tonne Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 42.06 | 2023 | +3.95% | +0.78% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 34.46 | 2023 | +1.75% | -0.066% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 11.41 | 2023 | +26.33% | +11.25% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 6.06 | 2023 | +0.63% | -0.82% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 2.99 | 2023 | -3.19% | -2.78% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 1.39 | 2023 | +8.57% | +0.3% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 1.17 | 2023 | +47.27% | +3.15% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 0.3 | 2023 | -25.6% | +0.37% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 0.069 | 2023 | -41.18% | +9.34% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 0.04 | 2023 | 0% | +0.7% | View data |
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