Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in United Kingdom compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data United Kingdom
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#2 In EuropeBusiness
#4 In EuropeEmployees
#2 In EuropeWages
#1 In EuropeThe 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.
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Biggest companies in the Water Transport Support Services in the UK
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (£m)
2024 | Profit (£m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
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There are no companies that hold a large enough market share in the Water Transport Support Services in the UK 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 Water Transport Support Services in the UK industry in United Kingdom in 2024?
The market size of the Water Transport Support Services in the UK industry in United Kingdom is £5.2bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Water Transport Support Services in the UK industry in 2024?
There are 1,091 businesses in the Water Transport Support Services in the UK industry in United Kingdom, which has grown at a CAGR of 3.6 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Water Transport Support Services in the UK industry in United Kingdom grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Water Transport Support Services in the UK industry in United Kingdom has been declining at a CAGR of 0.3 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Water Transport Support Services in the UK industry in United Kingdom over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Water Transport Support Services in the UK industry in United Kingdom is expected to grow.
What does the Water Transport Support Services in the UK in United Kingdom include?
Operating terminal facilities like harbours and piers and Operating waterway locks are part of the Water Transport Support Services in the UK industry.
How competitive is the Water Transport Support Services in the UK industry in United Kingdom?
The level of competition is moderate and decreasing in the Water Transport Support Services in the UK industry in United Kingdom.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
Complementors
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
LIGHTERAGEPILOTAGEBERTHINGWhat's included in this industry?
Operating terminal facilities like harbours and piersOperating waterway locksNavigation, pilotage and berthing activitiesLighterage and salvage activitiesLighthouse activitiesCompanies
Industry Code
5222 - Service activities incidental to water transportation in United Kingdom
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Performance
Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 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 Water Transport Support Services in the UK industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Water Transport Support Services in the UK industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Water Transport Support Services in the UK 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 the UK 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.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Water Transport Support Services in the UK industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Water Transport Support Services in the UK industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Water Transport Support Services in the UK industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into United Kingdom
- Total Exports into United Kingdom
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.
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 the UK located?
Companies
Data Tables
Top 0 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.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Water Transport Support Services in the UK 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.
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 Water Transport Support Services in the UK 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)
Methodology
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