The Netherlands leads with 49.24 million metric tons of inland waterway freight throughput, showcasing a 1.17% annual growth in 2023. Belgium follows at 15.23 million, experiencing a 1.86% increase. Conversely, Bulgaria marked a slight decline of 0.36%, with Germany experiencing a significant 5.38% drop. Other notable trends include France's 0.19% growth and Austria's 3.84% decline. While most countries observed decreases, Poland grew by 1.76%.
- Future trends indicate growing emphasis on sustainable freight logistics may alter usage patterns.
- Potential investments in infrastructure, especially in Central and Eastern Europe, could boost volumes.
- Shifting trade policies and economic conditions may reorganize regional inland waterway traffic.
Top countries in Volume of Inland Waterway International Freight Transport Transiting by Inland Waterway Throughput by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 49,240 | 2023 | +0.43% | +1.17% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 15,230 | 2023 | +2.24% | +1.86% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bulgaria | 11,700 | 2023 | -0.73% | -0.36% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 8,630 | 2023 | -7.28% | -5.38% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 5,750 | 2023 | -2.77% | +0.19% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 4,450 | 2023 | -1.94% | -0.62% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 4,330 | 2023 | -3.05% | -2.97% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 4,150 | 2023 | -1.57% | -0.83% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 2,110 | 2023 | -3.03% | -1.56% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 1,120 | 2023 | -6.93% | -3.84% | View data |
