In 2023, the international container transport volume of textiles, textile products, leather, and leather products in Germany stood at approximately 1.85 thousand Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units (TEUs). The forecast shows a gradual decline in transport volumes from 2024 onwards, with expected values decreasing annually: 1.8 in 2024, 1.76 in 2025, 1.73 in 2026, 1.7 in 2027, and 1.67 in 2028. The year-on-year percentage variations indicate a consistent reduction in container transport volume, averaging a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of -1.69% over five years starting from 2023.

Future trends to watch:

Potential changes in global trade agreements affecting textile and leather imports/exports.
Impact of increasing environmental regulations on transportation efficiency and costs.
Evolutions in consumer preferences possibly altering the demand for textile and leather goods.