Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in Germany compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data Germany
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#1 In EuropeBusiness
#1 In EuropeEmployees
#8 In EuropeWages
#2 In EuropeThe Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport in Germany ranks 1st in Europe with regards to its 2024 revenue (€40.5bn). Revenue received by operators in Germany has been low in volatility over the past five-year period, with the average annual change in revenue (1.3 %) most comparable to...
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Revenue per Enterprise
Value (€ Million) in 2024
Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport industry in Germany in 2024?
The market size of the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport industry in Germany is €40.5bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport in Germany industry in 2024?
There are 1,120 businesses in the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport industry in Germany, which has grown at a CAGR of 0.9 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport industry in Germany grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport industry in Germany has been growing at a CAGR of 1.3 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport industry in Germany over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport industry in Germany is expected to grow.
What are the biggest companies in the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport market in Germany?
The biggest companies operating in the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport market in Germany are Mediterranean Shipping Company SA, AP Moller - Maersk A/S and CMA CGM SA
What does the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport in Germany 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 Germany?
The company holding the most market share in Germany is Mediterranean Shipping Company SA.
How competitive is the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport industry in Germany?
The level of competition is moderate and increasing in the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport industry in Germany.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
- Freight Air Transport in Germany
Complementors
- Inland Freight Water Transport in Germany
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.
What's included in this industry?
Container ShippingLiquid Bulk TransportDry Bulk TransportTransporting Ro-Ro UnitsOther CargoIndustry Code
5012 - Sea and coastal freight water transport in Germany
Performance
Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue Growth
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport in Germany
- Employees in the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport in Germany
- Business in the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport in Germany
- Profit in the Sea & Coastal Freight Water Transport in Germany
Current Performance
Analysis
How does this country's performance compare to Europe?
Life Cycle
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
International Trade
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
ANALYSIS
What is the competitive landscape in Europe?
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 Germany 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 Germany 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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