The European sea and coastal passenger water transport sector in 2023 saw Italy leading with 50.52 thousand employees, while notable countries like Greece and Norway employed significantly fewer, at 15.14 and 10.08 thousand respectively. Year-on-year data indicates significant growth in Iceland (9.23%) and Greece (7.44%), whereas Switzerland (-6.37%) and Sweden (-0.83%) experienced declines. Over a five-year period, these figures suggest Italy maintained steady growth, driven by its vast coastline and tourism, with other regions experiencing varied trajectories.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential growth in eco-friendly maritime solutions leading to job creation in countries with smaller markets.
- Digitalization and automation influencing employment levels, especially in technologically advanced nations.
- Evolving tourism patterns impacting seasonal employment across Mediterranean destinations.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed of Sea and Coastal Passenger Water Transport by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 50,520 | 2023 | +11.49% | +5.18% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Greece | 15,140 | 2023 | +12.94% | +7.44% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 10,080 | 2023 | +4.9% | +0.21% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 7,880 | 2023 | +1.91% | -0.83% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 6,490 | 2023 | +4.9% | +0.36% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 6,230 | 2023 | +4.44% | +0.66% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 5,230 | 2023 | +2.87% | +0.42% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 4,890 | 2023 | +2.54% | +0.94% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 4,780 | 2023 | +4.27% | +1.49% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 4,250 | 2023 | +5.08% | +2.97% | View data |
