Growing Collaboration and Applications Used for R&D is a Key Contributing Factor Driving the Growth of the Market

Published: Mar 2024

Global barge transportation market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 3.7% during the forecast period (2024-2031). Barge transportation serves a wide range of industries and purposes. It is commonly used for the distribution of fuel, petrochemicals, industrial chemicals, and construction materials. Barges additionally plays a essential role in container shipping, waste management, the transportation of project cargo and oversized loads, as well as the movement of agricultural products and food items. Furthermore, the market has seen significant growth primarily owing to increased focus on R&D by both public and private organizations and growing applications. For instance,

Browse the full report description of “Barge Transportation Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Products (Dry Cargo, Liquid Cargo, and Gaseous Cargo), by Barge Fleet (Opened, Covered, and Tank Barge), and by Application (Coal and Crude Petroleum, Agricultural Products, Coke and Refined Petroleum Products, Metal Ores, Secondary Raw Materials and Wastes, Food Products, Beverages, and Tobacco, Basic Metals, Fabricated Metal Products, and Others) Forecast Period (2024-2031)” at https://www.omrglobal.com/industry-reports/barge-transportation-market

In December 2023,the Kerala Shipping and Inland Navigation Corp.launched two barges aimed at stepping up its presence in the waterway transport of bulk cargo.Two oil tanker barges, one weighing 1,400 MT and the other 300 MT, are set to operate in India's west coast and Kochi backwaters respectively.

In Janurary 2022, DP World is launched a premium barge service between the Upper Rhine region and Rotterdam World Gateway. This service aims to provide sustainable and reliable transport by bundling containers in the hinterland, allowing for a fixed schedule call to and from Rotterdam World Gateway.

In August 2022, Samus Shipyard launched first new river barge for Nornickel’s ship operator.The shipping company\modified barges' standard designed to operate in both sea and river conditions, reducing size and weight while maintaining lifting capacity, thereby reducing towing fuel costs.

Market Coverage

The market number available for – 2023-2031

Base year- 2023

Forecast period- 2024-2031

Segment Covered- 

o By Product

o By Barge Fleet

o By Application

Regions Covered-

o North America

o Europe

o Asia-Pacific

o Rest of the World

Competitive Landscape- Ingram Marine Group,Kirby Corp.,SEACOR Holdings Inc., American Commercial Barge Line LLC,Campbell Transportation Company Inc., and others.

Key questions addressed by the report.

  • What is the market growth rate?
  • Which segment and region dominate the market in the base year?
  • Which segment and region will project the fastest growth in the market?
  • Who is the leader in the market?
  • How are players addressing challenges to sustain growth?
  • Where is the investment opportunity?

Global Barge Transportation Market Report Segment

By Product

  • Dry Cargo
  • Liquid Cargo
  • Gaseous Cargo

By Barge Fleet

  • Opened
  • Covered
  • Tank Barge

By Application

  • Coal and Crude Petroleum
  • Agricultural Products
  • Coke and Rrefined Petroleum Products
  • Metal Ores
  • Secondary Raw Materials and Wastes
  • Food Products, Beverages, and Tobacco
  • Basic Metals, Fabricated Metal Products
  • Others (Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals, Rubber & Plastic, Nuclear Fuel)

Global Barge Transportation Market Report Segment by Region

North America

United States

Canada 

Europe

UK

Germany

Italy

Spain

France

Rest of Europe 

Asia-Pacific

China

India

Japan

South Korea

Rest of Asia-Pacific 

Rest of the World

Latin America 

Middle East & Africa


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