The European Gross Weight of Goods Transported by Sea in 2024 shows a varying landscape across different countries. The Netherlands leads with 603.89 million metric tons, followed by Spain at 464.22 million metric tons. There have been notable year-on-year variations: Belgium increased by 1.51%, Norway by 2.66%, and Poland by 2.15%, whereas France saw a significant decline of 2.57%, and the UK a sharp drop of 0.45%. Over the past five years, the average annual growth rate (CAGR) has indicated diverse trends, with some countries showing consistent growth while others face challenges.
Future trends to watch for include the potential impacts of geopolitical changes, environmental regulations, and technological advancements on maritime logistics. Countries like Poland and Norway, which have shown recent growth, may continue to expand their maritime capacity. Conversely, nations experiencing declines, such as France and the UK, might need to strategize effectively to counteract downward trends and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
Top countries in Gross Weight of Goods Transported by Sea by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 603,890 | 2023 | +1.26% | -0.0036% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 464,220 | 2023 | +2.29% | -0.13% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 430,050 | 2023 | -0.52% | -0.45% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 405,320 | 2023 | +0.53% | +0.29% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 292,770 | 2023 | +1.21% | +0.012% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 291,090 | 2023 | +1.44% | +1.51% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 260,840 | 2023 | -1.18% | -2.57% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 198,650 | 2023 | +0.53% | +2.66% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 174,270 | 2023 | +1.4% | -0.1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 146,020 | 2023 | +0.21% | -0.55% | View data |
