The number of dry bulk carriers in Spain in 2023 stood at 142. Year-on-year forecasts from 2024 to 2028 show a consistent growth in gross tonnage:
- 2024: Increase of 0.7% to 142.73 Million GT
- 2025: Increase of 0.65% to 143.66 Million GT
- 2026: Increase of 0.65% to 144.59 Million GT
- 2027: Increase of 0.63% to 145.5 Million GT
- 2028: Increase of 0.63% to 146.41 Million GT
The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the next five years is projected to be approximately 0.65% annually.
Future trends to watch for include potential regulatory changes affecting maritime emissions, technological advancements in shipbuilding, and shifts in global trade patterns that could impact the Spanish dry bulk carrier market.
