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

BE-H5222 April 2024 Factsheet

Revenue

€1.5bn

2019-2024 1.5 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Employees

4,085

2019-2024 0.5 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Businesses

100

2019-2024 9.0 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Wages

€XXX.Xm

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

Water Transport Support Services 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
#8 In Europe
Business
#20 In Europe
Employees
#10 In Europe
Wages
#8 In Europe

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The Water Transport Support Services industry plays a vital role in Europe's economy, powering freight and passenger water transport through the operation of terminal facilities, lighthouse activities and navigation services. The performance of these support services is intrinsically linked to economic activity, import-export volumes and tourism levels. Revenue is expected to drop at a compound annual rate of 4.5% to €32.1 billion over the five years through 2024, including a fall of 2.8% in the current year.

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Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024

Biggest companies in the Water Transport Support Services in Belgium

Company
Market Share (%)
2024
Revenue (€m)
2024
Profit (€m)
2024
Profit Margin (%)
2024
DP World Ltd
17,117.6
5,059.4
29.6
Havenbedrijf Rotterdam NV
893.0
587.8
65.8
Associated British Port Holdings Ltd
821.6
489.3
59.6

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Top Questions Answered in this Report

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What is the market size of the Water Transport Support Services industry in Belgium in 2024?

The market size of the Water Transport Support Services industry in Belgium is €1.5bn in 2024.

How many businesses are there in the Water Transport Support Services in Belgium industry in 2024?

There are 100 businesses in the Water Transport Support Services industry in Belgium, which has declined at a CAGR of 9.0 % between 2019 and 2024.

Has the Water Transport Support Services industry in Belgium grown or declined over the past 5 years?

The market size of the Water Transport Support Services industry in Belgium has been growing at a CAGR of 1.5 % between 2019 and 2024.

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

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

What are the biggest companies in the Water Transport Support Services market in Belgium?

The biggest companies operating in the Water Transport Support Services market in Belgium are DP World Ltd, Havenbedrijf Rotterdam NV and Associated British Port Holdings Ltd

What does the Water Transport Support Services in Belgium include?

Operating terminal facilities like harbours and piers and Operating waterway locks are part of the Water Transport Support Services industry.

Which companies have the highest market share in the Water Transport Support Services in Belgium?

The company holding the most market share in Belgium is DP World Ltd.

How competitive is the Water Transport Support Services industry in Belgium?

The level of competition is low and steady in the Water Transport Support Services industry in Belgium.

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Table of Contents

About this industry

Industry definition

This industry includes the operation of terminal facilities like harbours and piers, operation of waterway locks and lighthouse activities. It also comprises navigation, pilotage and berthing activities, as well as lighterage and salvage services.

Related Terms

LIGHTERAGEPILOTAGEBERTHING

What's included in this industry?

Operating terminal facilities like harbours and piersOperating waterway locksNavigation, pilotage and berthing activitiesLighterage and salvage activitiesLighthouse activities

Companies

DP World LtdHavenbedrijf Rotterdam NVAssociated British Port Holdings Ltd

Industry Code

ISIC 2006

5222 - Service activities incidental to water transportation 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 Water Transport Support Services in Belgium industry?


Outlook

Analysis

What's driving the Water Transport Support Services in Belgium industry outlook?


Volatility

Analysis

What influences volatility in the Water Transport Support Services in Belgium industry?

Charts
  • Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix

Life Cycle

Analysis

What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Water Transport Support Services in Belgium industry?

Charts
  • Industry Life Cycle Matrix

Products and Markets

Highlights

Trends
  • Largest Market
  • Product Innovation

Key Takeaways

Growth in global trade is driving demand for eco-friendly shipping. As international commerce bounces back post-pandemic, companies are using water transport services to move goods efficiently and sustainably, boosting demand for water transport support services.

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Products and Services

Charts
  • Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis

How are the Water Transport Support Services in Belgium industry's products and services performing?

Analysis

What are innovations in the Water Transport Support Services in Belgium industry's products and services?


Major Markets

Charts
  • Major Market Segmentation
Analysis

What influences demand in the Water Transport Support Services 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

The Water Transport Support Services industry is fragmented. Successful operators gain a competitive edge through strategic locations, technological advancements, and providing comprehensive services, with efficiency and reliability also driving success.

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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 Water Transport Support Services 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

Water transport support companies face stringent regulations. Various regulations and policies cover everything from harbour operations to salvage services, ensuring safety, efficiency and environmental responsibility across industry activities.

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External Drivers

Analysis

What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Water Transport Support Services in Belgium industry?

Financial Benchmarks

Highlights

Trends
  • Profit Margin
  • Average Wage
  • Largest Cost

Key Takeaways

Fuel prices greatly impact water transport purchases. The recent spike in oil prices due to the Russia-Ukraine conflict has significantly driven up costs, notably for water support service providers.

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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 Water Transport Support Services 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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