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Inland Passenger Water Transport in Belgium - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2024-2029)

BE-H5021 April 2024 Factsheet

Revenue

€30.6m

2019-2024 2.8 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Employees

113

2019-2024 0.0 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Businesses

74

2019-2024 0.4 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Wages

€X.Xm

2019-2024 X.X %
2024-2029 X.X %

Inland Passenger Water Transport in Belgium market size outlook

Total value and annual change from from 2014-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.

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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
#11 In Europe
Business
#11 In Europe
Employees
#20 In Europe
Wages
#17 In Europe

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Europe’s Inland Passenger Water Transport industry thrives thanks to the abundance of navigable waterways stretching across Europe's beautiful landscapes, enriching tourism experiences by providing unique voyages around some major destinations like Switzerland, Italy, Germany and France. Key drivers of demand are tourism and disposable income levels. Seasonal demand fluctuations and weather conditions also impact inland passenger water transport companies. However, water transport demand suffered greatly from the strict restrictions imposed during the COVID-19 outbreak. Revenue is expected to slump at a compound annual rate of 11% to €2.5 billion over the five years through 2024, including a 4% drop in 2024.

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Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024

Biggest companies in the Inland Passenger Water Transport in Belgium

Company
Market Share (%)
2024
Revenue (€m)
2024
Profit (€m)
2024
Profit Margin (%)
2024
Viking River Cruises UK Ltd
2,135.7
102.5
4.8
Phoenix Reisen GmbH
353.3
4.1
1.1
CroisiEurope SAS
215.0
10.5
4.9

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What is the market size of the Inland Passenger Water Transport industry in Belgium in 2024?

The market size of the Inland Passenger Water Transport industry in Belgium is €30.6m in 2024.

How many businesses are there in the Inland Passenger Water Transport in Belgium industry in 2024?

There are 74 businesses in the Inland Passenger Water Transport industry in Belgium, which has declined at a CAGR of 0.4 % between 2019 and 2024.

Has the Inland Passenger Water Transport industry in Belgium grown or declined over the past 5 years?

The market size of the Inland Passenger Water Transport industry in Belgium has been declining at a CAGR of 2.8 % between 2019 and 2024.

What is the forecast growth of the Inland Passenger Water Transport industry in Belgium over the next 5 years?

Over the next five years, the Inland Passenger Water Transport industry in Belgium is expected to grow.

What are the biggest companies in the Inland Passenger Water Transport market in Belgium?

The biggest companies operating in the Inland Passenger Water Transport market in Belgium are Viking River Cruises UK Ltd, Phoenix Reisen GmbH and CroisiEurope SAS

What does the Inland Passenger Water Transport in Belgium include?

Local water transport and Boat hire with a crew are part of the Inland Passenger Water Transport industry.

Which companies have the highest market share in the Inland Passenger Water Transport in Belgium?

The company holding the most market share in Belgium is Viking River Cruises UK Ltd.

How competitive is the Inland Passenger Water Transport industry in Belgium?

The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Inland Passenger Water Transport industry in Belgium.

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Table of Contents

About this industry

Industry definition

Industry operators transport passengers on inland waters via rivers, canals, lakes, harbours and ports. Rented pleasure boats and yachts with crews are included in the industry.

Related Terms

Passenger VesselFerryPleasure BoatsNavigable Waterways

What's included in this industry?

Local water transportBoat hire with a crewLong-distance travel

Companies

Viking River Cruises UK LtdPhoenix Reisen GmbHCroisiEurope SAS

Industry Code

ISIC 2006

5021 - Inland passenger 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 Inland Passenger Water Transport in Belgium industry?


Outlook

Analysis

What's driving the Inland Passenger Water Transport in Belgium industry outlook?


Volatility

Analysis

What influences volatility in the Inland Passenger Water Transport in Belgium industry?

Charts
  • Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix

Life Cycle

Analysis

What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Inland Passenger Water Transport in Belgium industry?

Charts
  • Industry Life Cycle Matrix

Products and Markets

Highlights

Trends
  • Largest Market
  • Product Innovation

Key Takeaways

Travellers over 55 are taking more relaxed and scenic river cruises. This is due to more disposable income, flexible schedules, and a receding need for fast-paced adventures, while they also contribute towards lessening seasonal disparities due to their off-season travels.

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Products and Services

Charts
  • Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis

How are the Inland Passenger Water Transport in Belgium industry's products and services performing?

Analysis

What are innovations in the Inland Passenger Water Transport in Belgium industry's products and services?


Major Markets

Charts
  • Major Market Segmentation
Analysis

What influences demand in the Inland Passenger 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

European inland passenger water transport is concentrated. Top operators win by offering high-quality services, unique routes and competitive pricing, which gives them a significant edge in competition for market share.

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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 Inland Passenger Water Transport in Belgium located?

Companies

Data Tables

Top 10 companies by market share:

  • Market share (2024)
  • Revenue (2024)
  • Profit (2024)
  • Profit margin (2024)

External Environment

Highlights

Trends
  • Regulation & Policy
  • Assistance

Key Takeaways

Inland passenger water transport companies face stringent environmental rules. In Europe, regulations focusing on reducing environmental impact are heavily influencing the industry’s operations, promoting the adoption of greener technologies and pollution control measures.

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External Drivers

Analysis

What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Inland Passenger Water Transport in Belgium industry?

Financial Benchmarks

Highlights

Trends
  • Profit Margin
  • Average Wage
  • Largest Cost

Key Takeaways

COVID-19 restrictions drastically reduced passenger numbers in 2020. The strict restrictions on travel heavily impact the tourism sector, leading to a significant decrease in revenue and rising operational costs, like wages.

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Cost Structure

Charts
  • Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
  • Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
    • Marketing
    • Depreciation
    • Profit
    • Purchases
    • Wages
    • Rent
    • Utilities
    • Other
Analysis

What trends impact cost in the Inland Passenger 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)

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