Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in Greece compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data Greece
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#21 In EuropeBusiness
#20 In EuropeEmployees
#17 In EuropeWages
#17 In EuropeCompanies in this industry transport freight via rivers, canals, lakes and other inland waterways, including inside harbours and ports. The industry offers a cost-effective, energy-efficient alternative to road and rail, with metal ores, refined petroleum products and chemicals some of the main goods transported on inland waterways. The Netherlands and Germany dominate activity across the industry, accounting for over 70% of EU inland waterway transport, thanks to their robust waterway infrastructure and extensive river networks. Inland freight water transporters suffer from intense competition from European rail and road freight transport. Road freight transport volumes have increased over the past decade, eating into the market for inland water transport. Modernising fleets and investing in digital solutions sit at the top of the agenda for companies as the industry grapples to remain competitive. Revenue is expected to contract at a compound annual rate of 6.2% over the five years through 2025 to €6.8 billion, including a 5.3% drop in 2025.
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2025
Biggest companies in the Inland Freight Water Transport in Greece
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2025 | Profit (€m)
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There are no companies that hold a large enough market share in the Inland Freight Water Transport in Greece industry for IBISWorld to include in this product.
Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Inland Freight Water Transport industry in Greece in 2025?
The market size of the Inland Freight Water Transport industry in Greece is €3.3m in 2025.
How many businesses are there in the Inland Freight Water Transport industry in Greece in 2025?
There are 8 businesses in the Inland Freight Water Transport industry in Greece, which has declined at a CAGR of 1.9 % between 2020 and 2025.
Has the Inland Freight Water Transport industry in Greece grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Inland Freight Water Transport industry in Greece has been declining at a CAGR of 6.5 % between 2020 and 2025.
What is the forecast growth of the Inland Freight Water Transport industry in Greece over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Inland Freight Water Transport industry in Greece is expected to decline.
What does the Inland Freight Water Transport industry in Greece include?
International transport and National transport are part of the Inland Freight Water Transport industry in Greece.
How competitive is the Inland Freight Water Transport industry in Greece?
The level of competition is moderate and increasing in the Inland Freight Water Transport industry in Greece.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
Complementors
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Companies in this industry transport freight via rivers, canals, lakes and other inland waterways, including inside harbours and ports. The rental of vessels with crew for inland freight water transport is also included in the industry, though the rental of commercial ships or boats without crew is industry-related.
Related Terms
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Industry Code
5022 - Inland freight water transport in Greece
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Performance
Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2025 Revenue Growth
- 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 Inland Freight Water Transport in Greece industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Inland Freight Water Transport in Greece industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Inland Freight Water Transport in Greece industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Inland Freight Water Transport in Greece industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Countries like Germany and Belgium rely on international freight water transport. The Netherlands, Germany, Romania and Belgium engage in substantial international inland freight transport thanks to their extensive waterway infrastructure, inflating the European share of international transport.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Inland Freight Water Transport in Greece industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Inland Freight Water Transport in Greece industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Inland Freight Water Transport in Greece industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into Greece
- Total Exports into Greece
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 (2025)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
The industry's high and geographical barriers limit market share concentration. Because of the vast number of inland waterways in Europe, it is difficult for one company to capture a substantial market share.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Establishments by Region (2025)
Data Tables
- Number of Establishments by Region (2025)
Charts
- Share of Establishments vs. Population of Each Region
Analysis
What regions are businesses in the Inland Freight Water Transport in Greece located?
Companies
Data Tables
Top 0 companies by market share:
- Market share (2025)
- Revenue (2025)
- Profit (2025)
- Profit margin (2025)
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Companies must adhere to regulations related to vessel specifications in Europe. Directive (EU) 2016/1629 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 14 September 2016 lays down technical requirements for inland waterway vessels.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Inland Freight Water Transport in Greece industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Inflationary pressure and low freight volumes weigh on profit. Many companies have seen their revenue dip as customers switch to quicker, reliable modes of transport, like road and rail, intensifying price competition.
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 Inland Freight Water Transport in Greece industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Imports/Demand (2015-2030)
- Exports/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Revenue per Employee (2015-2030)
- Wages/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Employees per Establishment (2015-2030)
- Average Wage (2015-2030)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and bottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2025)
- Business Growth (2025)
- Job Growth (2025)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2025)
- Imports/Demand (2025)
- Exports/Revenue (2025)
- Revenue per Employee (2025)
- Wages/Revenue (2025)
- Employees per Establishment (2025)
- Average Wage (2025)
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 (2015-2030)
- IVA (2015-2030)
- Establishments (2015-2030)
- Enterprises (2015-2030)
- Employment (2015-2030)
- Exports (2015-2030)
- Imports (2015-2030)
- Wages (2015-2030)
Methodology
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