In 2023, the United Kingdom led Europe with 11.26 thousand warehousing and storage enterprises, followed by Slovakia with 3.03 thousand. Germany, Poland, and France showed significant activity, each with around 1.6 to 1.8 thousand enterprises. Smaller economies like Luxembourg and Iceland had minimal numbers, under 0.05 thousand. The year-on-year growth varied widely, with Slovakia, Malta, and Iceland showing notable increases over 6%. In contrast, Italy, Lithuania, Serbia, and Cyprus experienced declines. The five-year CAGR suggests moderate growth driven by economic stability and logistical demands across Europe.
Future trends to watch include technological integration, green logistics policies, and potential consolidation within the industry as companies seek economies of scale. Emerging markets in Eastern Europe may see further growth, while the impact of digitization and sustainable practices will likely influence operational strategies across countries.
Top countries in Number of Enterprises of Warehousing and Storage by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Enterprises) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 11,260 | 2023 | +4.21% | +6.55% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Slovakia | 3,030 | 2023 | +11.81% | +19.52% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 1,810 | 2023 | +2.54% | +3.4% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 1,680 | 2023 | +2.95% | +1.12% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 1,670 | 2023 | +0.12% | +1.25% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 1,640 | 2023 | -0.43% | -0.19% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 1,610 | 2023 | +0.062% | +0.95% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 1,010 | 2023 | +2.63% | +2.97% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 673 | 2023 | +2.91% | +2.56% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 626 | 2023 | +0.32% | +0.89% | View data |
