In 2023, the Netherlands led European shipping container transport with 353.78 million metric tons, showing a slight growth of 0.24%. Germany and Belgium followed, with Germany experiencing a decline of 1.38% and Belgium growing by 1.5%. Notably, France decreased by 2.53%, while Romania and Hungary posted modest increases. Poland saw a significant reduction at 28.09%. These trends illustrate varied performance across Europe, with several countries facing declines.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential growth in Eastern European countries aiming to boost their shipping infrastructure.
- Impacts of environmental regulations on shipping operations and volumes.
- Technological advancements influencing efficiency and volume management.
- Fluctuations due to geopolitical and economic conditions affecting trade routes and volumes.
Top countries in Shipping Volume of Container Transport Performed by All Types of Vessels by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 353,780 | 2023 | +2.4% | +0.24% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 184,650 | 2023 | +1.2% | -1.38% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 163,690 | 2023 | +0.41% | +1.5% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 52,370 | 2023 | -1.56% | -2.53% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 31,260 | 2023 | +9.23% | +1.02% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bulgaria | 13,010 | 2023 | +3.67% | -3.4% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 7,920 | 2023 | +32.16% | +2.47% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 6,810 | 2023 | +6.84% | -1.11% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 6,090 | 2023 | +31.58% | +3.27% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 5,550 | 2023 | +7.17% | -0.079% | View data |
