In 2023, Germany dominated the European inland waterway freight transport with 74.25% of the volume, showcasing a slight increase from the previous year. France followed with a 19.15% share but registered a decline. Romania saw growth, while Austria and Hungary experienced contractions. Poland showed the most significant growth at 4.21%. The Czech Republic had minimal but positive growth, whereas Bulgaria and Croatia exhibited stable but minor variations.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential increase in Romania and Poland's share owing to strategic inland waterway enhancements.
- Possible continued decline in France, necessitating infrastructure or policy intervention.
- Germany's sustained dominance and its impact on the overall European market share dynamics.
Top countries in Volume of Inland Waterway National Freight Transport by Self-Propelled Vessels Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 9 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 74.25 | 2023 | -0.48% | +0.15% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 19.15 | 2023 | -1.38% | -0.97% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 1.74 | 2023 | +1.24% | +1.57% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 1.41 | 2023 | -4.1% | -2.45% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 1.18 | 2023 | +0.24% | +0.27% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 1.06 | 2023 | -2.46% | -1.45% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 0.54 | 2023 | -1.66% | -0.76% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 0.52 | 2023 | +4.09% | +4.21% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 0.14 | 2023 | +0.68% | +0.48% | View data |
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