In 2024, Spain holds the largest share of liquid bulk tankers in Europe with 15.93 thousand gross tonnage, followed by the Netherlands at 13.89 and Italy at 12.63. The United Kingdom is close behind with 12.25. France, Belgium, and Norway also have significant shares at 8.98, 6.52, and 6.15 respectively. Smaller contributions come from countries such as Malta, Cyprus, and Slovenia.
Year-on-year variations for 2023 indicate dynamic changes across the region. Notable increases were observed in Belgium (5.04%), Germany (4.56%), and Lithuania (4.61%). Conversely, Finland (-4.95%) and Cyprus (-5.17%) saw declines. Malta experienced the highest variation with an increase of 37.79%, suggesting rapid fleet expansion.
Future trends to watch for include potential growth in smaller markets with high variation percentages, such as Malta, along with continued importance in traditional maritime leaders like Spain and the Netherlands. Monitoring regulatory changes and technological advancements in the shipping industry will also be crucial.
Top countries in Number of Liquid Bulk Tankers Share by Country (Thousand Gross Tonnage)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 15.93 | 2023 | -0.59% | +1.26% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 13.89 | 2023 | +1.86% | +0.59% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 12.63 | 2023 | +3.46% | +1.46% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 12.25 | 2023 | +0.5% | +2.44% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 8.98 | 2023 | +8.36% | +1.83% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 6.52 | 2023 | +4.29% | +5.04% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 6.15 | 2023 | +4.66% | +1.43% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 3.69 | 2023 | +1.08% | +1.43% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 3.61 | 2023 | +1.27% | +7.32% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 2.75 | 2023 | +4.63% | +3.32% | View data |
