In 2023, Germany led European shipping with 6.86 billion tonne kilometers, showing a modest growth of 0.18%, while the Netherlands, at 6.55 billion tonne kilometers, saw a decline of 2.43%. France and Belgium registered decreases of 3.26% and 1.32%, respectively. Hungary and Romania experienced robust growth at 5.5% and 11.3%. Austria, Bulgaria, Slovakia, and Croatia also witnessed positive growth, with Slovakia's volume notably rising by 10.76%. Poland and the Czech Republic registered declines, with the latter at -100%, indicating a significant downturn.
Looking forward, growth may influence trends through the increased adoption of sustainable practices and digitalization in logistics operations. Monitoring economic shifts and adapting to regulatory changes could also impact the efficiency and volume of container transport by self-propelled barges across Europe.
Top countries in Shipping Volume of Loaded International Container Transport Performed by Self-Propelled Barges by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Tonne Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 6,860 | 2023 | +3.49% | +0.18% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 6,550 | 2023 | -2.53% | -2.43% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 1,200 | 2023 | +0.17% | -3.26% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 1,090 | 2023 | +0.55% | -1.32% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Hungary | 281 | 2023 | +53.55% | +5.5% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 222 | 2023 | +7.25% | +11.3% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 118 | 2023 | +7.27% | +0.87% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 27 | 2023 | -27.03% | +2.38% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 5 | 2023 | +25% | +10.76% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 5 | 2023 | +66.67% | +4.56% | View data |
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