In 2023, Belgium led the European import market for specialized transport containers with a significant 51.79% share. Czechia and Spain followed with shares of 12.52% and 12.37%, respectively. While Poland exhibited impressive growth at 59.87%, Ireland and Cyprus saw substantial declines at -39.61% and -19.51%, respectively. Malta, despite its smaller share, experienced a remarkable increase of 113.25%. The overall import landscape was marked by dynamic shifts, reflecting varied economic conditions and operational strategies across Europe.
Future trends to watch include potential expansion in Eastern European countries, driven by industrial growth and infrastructure investments. Sustainability initiatives and regulatory changes in international transport might also influence container design standardization and demand distribution across Europe.
Top countries in Import of Containers Specially Designed and Equipped for Carriage by One or More Modes of Transport Share by Country (Units (Items))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 51.79 | 2023 | +38.31% | +7.17% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czechia | 12.52 | 2023 | |||
| 3 | 3 Spain | 12.37 | 2023 | +17.35% | +25.99% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 5.48 | 2023 | +9.16% | -0.56% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 3.59 | 2023 | +4.98% | +59.87% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 3.45 | 2023 | -0.015% | -11.87% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 2.5 | 2023 | +0.63% | -2.59% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 1.61 | 2023 | +2.53% | -2.54% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 1.49 | 2023 | +11.58% | -1.99% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 1.34 | 2023 | +3.99% | -39.61% | View data |