Global Barge Services Market Size, Share and Trends Analysis Report, By Type (Water Transport, Heavy-Haul Inland Transport, and Others), By Application (Chemicals & Allied Products, Coal, Crude Oil Products, Food & Farm Products, Petroleum Products, and Other), Forecast Period (2022-2028)

The global barge services market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 3.6% during the forecast period (2022-2028). Growing intermodal transportation across many industries, such as petrochemicals, crude oil, and food processing, is expected to propel the market forward significantly during the forecast period. Several programs have been launched by various governments to promote inland water transportation, as well as ongoing investments by various governments to improve inland water transportation infrastructure.

When compared to other forms of transportation such as road, rail, and air, barge transportation can be regarded as a cost-effective and high-capacity mode of transportation. Barges can carry heavier loads while maintaining safety, which is very important when transporting big numbers of freight. As a result, over the predicted period, barge adoption is expected to rise.

Increasing research and development spending, as well as subsequent technological improvements, has resulted in the development of technologically advanced barges. LNG-fired barges are gaining popularity as an environmentally benign alternative to diesel-powered barges. The efficiency and safety factors of barges are being triggered by advancements in communication and navigation technology, as well as the increased adoption of IoT and other smart technologies.

The barge transportation business is still very susceptible to changes in end-use sectors, particularly crude oil and petrochemicals. The petrochemical industry’s expansion and developing potential in ethanol production are projected to boost the market’s growth.

The market for barge services is expected to rise in line with the rising demand for consumer items such as packaged goods, particularly among the working population with increased purchasing power. Furthermore, the rising demand for cost-effective transportation is expected to propel barge transportation market expansion.

Some major players in the market include Campbell Transportation Inc., COOPER/T. SMITH, Harren Group, Livingston International Inc., Westar Marine Services, among others. The market players are contributing significantly to the growth of the market by the adoption of various strategies including mergers and acquisitions, geographical expansion, partnerships, collaborations, and new product launches, to stay competitive in the market.

Service Provider

The Cooper Group of enterprises offers a varied range of transient and barge service capabilities. Cooper Marine and Timberland fleets are ideally placed near the Alabama State Docks/Port of Mobile terminals in Mobile, Alabama. They provide their barge services in eight locations along the Lower Mississippi River.

Market Coverage

• The market number available for – 2021-2028
• Base year- 2021
• Forecast period- 2022-2028
• Segment Covered-
  • By Type
  • By Application
• Regions Covered-
  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia-Pacific
  • Rest of the World
• Competitive Landscape– Campbell Transportation Inc., COOPER/T. SMITH, Harren Group, Livingston International Inc., Westar Marine Services, among 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?
• How has COVID-19 impacted the market?
  • Deviation from the pre-COVID-19 forecast
  • Most affected region and segment
• Who is the leader in the market?
• How players are addressing challenges to sustain growth?
• Where is the investment opportunity?

Global Barge Services Market Report by Segment

By Type

• Water Transport
• Heavy-Haul Inland Transport
• Other

By Application

• Chemicals & Allied Products
• Coal
• Crude Oil Products
• Food & Farm Products
• Petroleum Products
• Other

Global Barge Services Market Report 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