Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in Belgium compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data Belgium
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#9 In EuropeBusiness
#11 In EuropeEmployees
#13 In EuropeWages
#10 In EuropeThe European sea and coastal freight transport industry took a huge hit from the effects of the global pandemic and geopolitical tensions in recent years. After enjoying a period of steady growth prior to the pandemic, the industry slumped in 2020, with pandemic-induced lockdowns severely affecting demand, leading to a dramatic downturn in freight volumes. Shipping companies continue to grapple with challenges in the absence of pandemic-related restrictions, though a hefty rise in freight rates has buoyed revenue and profitability.
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Biggest companies in the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport in Belgium
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Mediterranean Shipping Company SA | 83,089.6 | 29,629.5 | 35.7 | |
CMA CGM SA | 64,474.7 | 22,991.7 | 35.7 | |
Evergreen Marine Corp (Taiwan) Ltd | 20,051.2 | 4,400.9 | 21.9 |
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport industry in Belgium in 2024?
The market size of the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport industry in Belgium is €3.7bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport in Belgium industry in 2024?
There are 131 businesses in the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport industry in Belgium, which has grown at a CAGR of 4.3 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport industry in Belgium grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport industry in Belgium has been growing at a CAGR of 2.9 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport industry in Belgium over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport industry in Belgium is expected to grow.
What are the biggest companies in the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport market in Belgium?
The biggest companies operating in the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport market in Belgium are Mediterranean Shipping Company SA, CMA CGM SA and Evergreen Marine Corp (Taiwan) Ltd
What does the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport in Belgium include?
Container Shipping and Liquid Bulk Transport are part of the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport in Belgium?
The company holding the most market share in Belgium is Mediterranean Shipping Company SA.
How competitive is the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport industry in Belgium?
The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport industry in Belgium.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
- Freight Air Transport in Belgium
Complementors
- Sea & Coastal Water Transport in Belgium
- Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport in Belgium
- Inland Freight Water Transport in Belgium
- Warehousing & Storage in Belgium
International industries
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Companies in this industry transport bulk and non-bulk freight on vessels designed for the open sea or coastal waters. The industry includes scheduled and unscheduled activities, towing barges and oil rigs and renting vessels with crew for sea transport.
Related Terms
Freight RateDry BulkBunker CostsWhat's included in this industry?
Container ShippingLiquid Bulk TransportDry Bulk TransportTransporting Ro-Ro UnitsOther CargoCompanies
Mediterranean Shipping Company SACMA CGM SAEvergreen Marine Corp (Taiwan) LtdIndustry Code
5012 - Sea and coastal freight water transport in Belgium
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Performance
Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue CAGR
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue
- Employees
- Business
- Profit
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport in Belgium industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport in Belgium industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport in Belgium industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport in Belgium industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Europe's coal comeback has boosted dry-bulk transport volumes. The spike in natural gas prices led to an unexpected short-term increase in demand for coal for electricity generation, encouraging demand for dry bulk transport.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport in Belgium industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport in Belgium industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport in Belgium industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into Belgium
- Total Exports into Belgium
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2024)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Major multinational shipping companies dominate container shipping markets. The size and scale of vessels required for container shipping ensures that only a select number of companies have the resources to conduct these operations.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Establishments by Region (2024)
Data Tables
- Number of Establishments by Region (2024)
Charts
- Share of Establishments vs. Population of Each Region
Analysis
What regions are businesses in the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport in Belgium located?
Companies
Data Tables
Top 8 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit margin (2024)
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Tighter emissions regulations are likely to spur increased costs for operators. The inclusion of maritime emissions in the EU Emissions Trading Scheme from January 2024 will cut into bottom lines.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport in Belgium industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Volatile oil prices have spurred profit fluctuations. Increased oil prices following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine led to a significant rise in bunker costs.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport in Belgium industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
- Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
- Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
- Average Wage (2014-2029)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and boottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2024)
- Business Growth (2024)
- Job Growth (2024)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2024)
- Imports/Demand (2024)
- Exports/Revenue (2024)
- Revenue per Employee (2024)
- Wages/Revenue (2024)
- Employees per Establishment (2024)
- Average Wage (2024)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2014-2029)
- IVA (2014-2029)
- Establishments (2014-2029)
- Enterprises (2014-2029)
- Employment (2014-2029)
- Exports (2014-2029)
- Imports (2014-2029)
- Wages (2014-2029)
Methodology
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