Barge Transportation Market Will Grow At Highest Pace Owing To Rising Need For Bulk Transportation
Barge transportation refers to a commercial cargo service that involves transportation of goods, commodities, and other bulk cargoes such as grains, coal, and oil through barges via inland waterways, oceans, seas, and lakes. Barges are generally used for transporting large quantities of bulk cargo over long distances cost-effectively in domestic as well as international waters. Barges have a large carrying capacity and ability to transport construction materials, heavy machinery, chemicals and petroleum products at lower freight rates compared to other modes of transport.
The global barge transportation market is estimated to be valued at US$ 175.83 Bn in 2024 and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 3.7% over the forecast period 2024 to 2031.
Key Takeaways
Key players operating in the barge transportation market are ABC India Ltd., Alter Logistics, American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL), Anderson Trucking Service Inc., Bouchard Transportation Co. Inc., Blessey Marine, Canal Barge Company, Campbell Transportation Company Inc., Crowley Maritime Corporation, Heartland Barge Management LLC, Ingram Marine Group, Kirby Corporation, McAllister Towing and Transportation Co. Inc., Marquette Transportation Company LLC, Neska Container Line B.V., PACC Offshore Services Holdings Ltd., Poh Tiong Choon Logistics Ltd., SEACOR Marine Holdings Inc., Summit Eleven Inc. Barge Transportation Market Trends The growing construction industry across various countries is leading to increased demand for barge transportation for transporting construction materials globally. Technological advancements in barge design such as the use of hybrid systems are helping minimize emission and optimize fuel efficiency during cargo transportation operations.
Market Trends
One of the key trends in the global barge transportation market is the adoption of hybrid-electric technology. Hybrid system integrates both conventional fuel engines as well as battery-powered electric systems to optimize fuel efficiency and minimize emissions. Another trend is the use of LNG as marine fuel. The International Maritime Organization has mandated a reduction in Sulphur emissions from ships which is driving adoption of cleaner fuels like LNG.
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