EU - Ships, Vessels, Ferry-Boats for the Transport of Persons - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Shipping Market Size in the EU
After two years of growth, the EU shipping market decreased by X% to $X in 2023. Overall, consumption recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X, and then reduced dramatically in the following year.
Shipping Production in the EU
In value terms, shipping production rose modestly to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Overall, production recorded a pronounced expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2022 to 2023, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Shipping Exports
Exports in the EU
In 2023, approx. X units of ships, vessels, ferry-boats for the transport of persons were exported in the European Union; jumping by X% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, exports recorded a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X units. From 2020 to 2023, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, shipping exports dropped to $X in 2023. In general, exports recorded a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2022, and then dropped in the following year.
Exports by Country
Italy represented the largest exporter of ships, vessels, ferry-boats for the transport of persons in the European Union, with the volume of exports accounting for X units, which was near X% of total exports in 2023. The Netherlands (X units) took a X% share (based on physical terms) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by Denmark (X%), France (X%), Finland (X%) and Germany (X%). Ireland (X units) took a relatively small share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2023, average annual rates of growth with regard to shipping exports from Italy stood at X%. At the same time, Ireland (X%), the Netherlands (X%), Finland (X%), Denmark (X%) and France (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Ireland emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the European Union, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. By contrast, Germany (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. The Netherlands (X p.p.), Italy (X p.p.), Finland (X p.p.), Denmark (X p.p.) and Ireland (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while France and Germany saw its share reduced by X% and X% from 2012 to 2023, respectively.
In value terms, Italy ($X) remains the largest shipping supplier in the European Union, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Finland ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by France, with an X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Italy totaled X%. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Finland (X% per year) and France (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
The export price in the European Union stood at $X,336 per unit in 2023, falling by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a noticeable descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the export price increased by X% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X,626 per unit in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2023, the export prices remained at a lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X,657 per unit), while Denmark ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Shipping Imports
Imports in the EU
In 2023, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in supplies from abroad of ships, vessels, ferry-boats for the transport of persons, when their volume decreased by X% to X units. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a noticeable expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2022 when imports increased by X%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X units, and then reduced dramatically in the following year.
In value terms, shipping imports surged to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, imports showed a slight reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X%. The level of import peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2023, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Imports by Country
Italy represented the major importing country with an import of around X units, which reached X% of total imports. Ireland (X units) ranks second in terms of the total imports with a X% share, followed by Cyprus (X%). The following importers - the Netherlands (X units), Greece (X units) and Belgium (X units) - together made up X% of total imports.
From 2012 to 2023, average annual rates of growth with regard to shipping imports into Italy stood at X%. At the same time, Ireland (X%), Greece (X%), Belgium (X%) and the Netherlands (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Ireland emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in the European Union, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. Cyprus experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. Ireland (X p.p.), Italy (X p.p.), Cyprus (X p.p.), the Netherlands (X p.p.), Greece (X p.p.) and Belgium (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, Cyprus ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported ships, vessels, ferry-boats for the transport of persons in the European Union, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the Netherlands ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Italy, with a X% share.
In Cyprus, shipping imports increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2023. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: the Netherlands (X% per year) and Italy (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
The import price in the European Union stood at $X,039 per unit in 2023, increasing by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a abrupt downturn. Over the period under review, import prices reached the maximum at $X,592 per unit in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Cyprus ($X,414 per unit), while Belgium ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Cyprus (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the shipping market in the EU. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
Product coverage:
- Prodcom 30112130 - Cruise vessels
- Prodcom 30112150 - Ferries
Country coverage:
- Austria
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in the EU, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in the EU
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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