Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in Luxembourg compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data Luxembourg
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#25 In EuropeBusiness
#29 In EuropeEmployees
#27 In EuropeWages
#25 In EuropeSeaborne passenger transport companies have been wading through turbulent waters in recent years, rocked by COVID-19 and environmental challenges. Prior to the pandemic, cruise and ferry operators had enjoyed a promising period, with a growing market of passengers opting for seaborne transport – but this was brought to a dramatic end as the pandemic sent shockwaves through the industry. Revenue is forecast to dip at a compound annual rate of 8.0% over the five years through 2024 to €28.5 billion.
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2025
Biggest companies in the Sea & Coastal Passenger Water Transport in Luxembourg
| Company | Market Share (%)
2025 | Revenue (€m)
2025 | Profit (€m)
2025 | Profit Margin (%)
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There are no companies that hold a large enough market share in the Sea & Coastal Passenger Water Transport in Luxembourg 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 Sea & Coastal Passenger Water Transport industry in Luxembourg in 2025?
The market size of the Sea & Coastal Passenger Water Transport industry in Luxembourg is €15.4m in 2025.
How many businesses are there in the Sea & Coastal Passenger Water Transport industry in Luxembourg in 2025?
There are 3 businesses in the Sea & Coastal Passenger Water Transport industry in Luxembourg, which has declined at a CAGR of 0.0 % between 2020 and 2025.
Has the Sea & Coastal Passenger Water Transport industry in Luxembourg grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Sea & Coastal Passenger Water Transport industry in Luxembourg has been growing at a CAGR of 7.0 % between 2020 and 2025.
What is the forecast growth of the Sea & Coastal Passenger Water Transport industry in Luxembourg over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Sea & Coastal Passenger Water Transport industry in Luxembourg is expected to grow.
What does the Sea & Coastal Passenger Water Transport industry in Luxembourg include?
Ferry services and Cruise services are part of the Sea & Coastal Passenger Water Transport industry in Luxembourg.
How competitive is the Sea & Coastal Passenger Water Transport industry in Luxembourg?
The level of competition is high and increasing in the Sea & Coastal Passenger Water Transport industry in Luxembourg.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
Complementors
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
The industry includes the transport of passengers on vessels designed for operating on sea or coastal waters. This includes excursion, cruise or sightseeing boats; ferries and water taxis; and pleasure boats that are rented out with crew for sea or coastal transport.
Related Terms
SCRUBBER SYSTEM FUEL SURCHARGE BUNKER COSTS WATER TAXICRUISE SHIPWhat's included in this industry?
Ferry services Cruise servicesCompanies
Industry Code
5011 - Sea and coastal passenger water transport in Luxembourg
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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 Sea & Coastal Passenger Water Transport in Luxembourg industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Sea & Coastal Passenger Water Transport in Luxembourg industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Sea & Coastal Passenger Water Transport in Luxembourg industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Sea & Coastal Passenger Water Transport in Luxembourg industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Cruise operators seek to appeal to younger customers. Traditionally associated with retirees, cruise companies have made a concerted effort to appeal to different demographics, particularly young families.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Sea & Coastal Passenger Water Transport in Luxembourg industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Sea & Coastal Passenger Water Transport in Luxembourg industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Sea & Coastal Passenger Water Transport in Luxembourg industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into Luxembourg
- Total Exports into Luxembourg
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
Globally significant cruise and ferry operators dominate the market. Even though major multinational hold big market shares, opportunities remain for smaller companies operating on specific routes.
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 Sea & Coastal Passenger Water Transport in Luxembourg 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
More stringent efficiency regulations necessitate significant investment. Cruise and passenger ferry operators have been forced to make modifications to their fleet in response to tightened environmental legislation.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Sea & Coastal Passenger Water Transport in Luxembourg industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Fuel prices and investment weigh on profitability. Passenger numbers are still recovering from pandemic-induced lows, supporting a return to profitability, but elevated fuel costs and expenses related to heightened environmental regulations, including compliance fees and fleet upgrades, are keeping returns depressed.
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 Passenger Water Transport in Luxembourg 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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