Market Size of Netherlands Sea Freight Transport Industry
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| Market Size (2024) | USD 6.04 Billion |
| Market Size (2029) | USD 7.48 Billion |
| CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 4.40 % |
| Market Concentration | Low |
Major Players
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Netherlands Maritime Market Analysis
The Netherlands Sea Freight Transport Market size is estimated at USD 6.04 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 7.48 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 4.40% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
The Netherlands is the maritime center of Europe. It is also home to one of the strongest and most complete maritime clusters in the world. Its all-round suitability and high standards characterize the maritime cluster in the Netherlands.
This strong position is made possible by a multifaceted maritime industry, a very diverse fleet of sea-going vessels, Europe’s largest inland navigation fleet, and the highest port capacity in Europe. In addition, the Netherlands is a global leader in the provision of offshore services and the development of complex maritime systems.
Over half the freight transported to and from the Netherlands is carried by seagoing vessels. At seaport terminals, cargo is transhipped for further transport by road, rail, waterways, and pipelines.
The government of the Netherlands has been actively supporting the development of the Dutch Maritime Network (Stichting Nederland Maritiem Land) and the branding of its trademark “Maritime by Holland.”
The government also intends to strengthen the position of seaports, for example, by further developing Maasvlakte 2 in Rotterdam, through new sea locks in IJmuiden and Terneuzen, and by investing in roads, railways, and waterways that connect to ports. This will boost the maritime industry's growth in the Netherlands.
