The number of enterprises in the inland waterway transport sector in Germany is forecasted to decline steadily from 919 in 2024 to 880 in 2028. This represents a consistent downward annual trend.
Year-on-year variations indicate a slight decrease each year, reflecting a shrinking market. The sector in 2023 was just above the 2024 projection, highlighting this decline is a continuation of previous trends. The compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) suggests a small average negative growth rate over the projected period.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements in logistics, regulatory changes, and environmental policies which may influence this sector either positively or negatively.
