Waterway Transportation Software Market Size-By Solutions (Warehousing, Vessel Tracking, Freight Security, Yard Management, Audit & Claim, Ship Broker Software, Maritime Software), Services, Deployment Model, Industry Vertical & Forecast 2023-2032

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Waterway Transportation Software Market size is set to exhibit more than 8% CAGR from 2023 to 2032, driven by the ongoing investments in port infrastructure and waterway development projects.

Several government bodies and private entities are allocating substantial resources to enhance and expand their maritime infrastructure for facilitating increased capacity and efficiency in waterborne transportation. To cite an instance, in June 2023, the EU granted over €6 billion in funds to 107 transport infrastructure projects. Out of these, over 80% of the funding is allocated to projects for developing more efficient, sustainable, and smarter network of trains, inland waterways, and marine routes along the trans-European transport network. The rise in such investments will drive the demand for sophisticated software solutions to optimize route planning, cargo tracking, and overall logistics management, augmenting the industry outlook.

The waterway transportation software industry is segmented into solution, services, deployment model, industry vertical, and region.

As per solution, the market value from the vessel tracking solution segment gained significant traction in 2022 and is anticipated to depict steady growth through 2032. The burgeoning maritime activities across the globe are escalating the demand for advanced technologies to monitor and manage vessel movements. Vessel tracking solutions offer real-time insights into ship locations, route optimization, and adherence to schedules for fostering operational efficiency and safety. Mitigated risks associated with piracy, accidents, and unauthorized incursions will also contribute to the increasing adoption of waterway transportation across the maritime sector.

Based on industry vertical, the waterway transportation software industry from the energy & mining segment is anticipated to record expansion between 2023 and 2032. The ongoing expansion of energy and mining operations globally is propelling the adoption of specialized software solutions tailored to address the unique challenges. Moreover, the rising need and value of digital solutions in streamlining logistics and ensuring secure, and cost-effective transportation in energy and mining operations will define the market expansion.

Regionally, the Asia Pacific waterway transportation software market is set to exhibit robust growth from 2023 to 2032 owing to the surging trade activities, burgeoning e-commerce sector, and the growing emphasis on efficient logistics solutions. Furthermore, governments in China, India, and Southeast Asian nations are making massive investments in infrastructure development for enhancing water routes and ports, further fueling the adoption of waterway transportation software across the region. For instance, in July 2023, the Indian Union Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways approved an investment of Rs 1126 crores to develop waterway connectivity in the northeast area of the country.

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Chapter 1 Methodology & Scope

1.1 Market scope & definition
1.2 Base estimates & calculations
1.3 Forecast calculation
1.4 Data Sources
- 1.4.1 Primary
- 1.4.2 Secondary
  - 1.4.2.1 Paid sources
  - 1.4.2.2 Cloud sources

Chapter 2 Executive Summary

2.1 Waterway transportation software market 360 degree synopsis, 2018 - 2032
2.2 Business trends
- 2.2.1 Total Addressable Market (TAM), 2023-2032
2.3 Regional trends
2.4 Solution trends
2.5 Services trends
2.6 Deployment mode trends
2.7 Industrial Vertical trends

Chapter 3 Waterway Transportation Software Market Industry Insights

3.1 Impact on COVID-19
3.2 Russia- Ukraine war impact
3.3 Industry ecosystem analysis
3.4 Vendor matrix
3.5 Profit margin analysis
3.6 Technology innovation landscape
3.7 Patent analysis
3.8 Key news and initiatives
3.9 Regulatory landscape
3.10 Impact forces
- 3.10.1 Growth drivers
  - 3.10.1.1 Increasing demand for efficient transportation management
  - 3.10.1.2 Rising global trade activities
  - 3.10.1.3 Integration of emerging technologies including AI, IoT, and blockchain
  - 3.10.1.4 Growing demand for real-time data
- 3.10.2 Industry pitfalls & challenges
  - 3.10.2.1 Protecting critical data and systems from cyber threats
3.11 Growth potential analysis
3.12 Porter's analysis
3.13 PESTEL analysis

Chapter 4 Competitive Landscape, 2022

4.1 Introduction
4.2 Company market share, 2022
4.3 Competitive analysis of major market players, 2022
- 4.3.1 DNV
- 4.3.2 Veson Nautical Corporation
- 4.3.3 Kirby Corporation
- 4.3.4 ABS Wavesight
- 4.3.5 Descartes Systems Group
- 4.3.6 JIBE
- 4.3.7 Bass Software Ltd.
4.4 Competitive positioning matrix, 2022
4.5 Strategic outlook matrix, 2022

Chapter 5 Waterway Transportation Software Market Estimates & Forecast, by Solutions (Revenue)

5.1 Key trends, by solutions
5.2 Warehousing
5.3 Vessel tracking
5.4 Freight security
5.5 Yard management
5.6 Audit & claim
5.7 Ship broker software
5.8 Maritime software
5.9 Others

Chapter 6 Waterway Transportation Software Market Estimates & Forecast, by Services (Revenue)

6.1 Key trends, by services
6.2 Managed services
6.3 Consulting/customization services
6.4 Training services

Chapter 7 Waterway Transportation Software Market Estimates & Forecast, By Deployment Mode (Revenue)

7.1 Key trends, by deployment mode
7.2 Cloud
7.3 On-premises
7.4 Hybrid

Chapter 8 Waterway Transportation Software Market Estimates & Forecast, By Industrial vertical (Revenue)

8.1 Key trends, by industrial vertical
8.2 Consumer and retail
8.3 Oil and gas
8.4 Industrial and manufacturing
8.5 Energy and mining
8.6 Aerospace and defense
8.7 Construction
8.8 Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare
8.9 Food and beverages
8.10 Others

Chapter 9 Waterway Transportation Software Market Estimates & Forecast, By Region

9.1 Key trends, by region
9.2 North America
- 9.2.1 U.S.
- 9.2.2 Canada
9.3 Europe
- 9.3.1 UK
- 9.3.2 Germany
- 9.3.3 France
- 9.3.4 Italy
- 9.3.5 Spain
- 9.3.6 Nordics
9.4 Asia Pacific
- 9.4.1 China
- 9.4.2 India
- 9.4.3 Japan
- 9.4.4 South Korea
- 9.4.5 ANZ
- 9.4.6 Southeast Asia
9.5 Latin America
- 9.5.1 Brazil
- 9.5.2 Mexico
- 9.5.3 Argentina
9.6 MEA
- 9.6.1 South Africa
- 9.6.2 UAE
- 9.6.3 Saudi Arabia

Chapter 10 Company Profiles

10.1 ABS Wavesight
10.2 Accenture PLC
10.3 Aljex Software Inc.
10.4 American Commercial Lines, Inc.
10.5 Bass Software Ltd.
10.6 Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp.
10.7 Descartes Systems Group
10.8 DNV
10.9 Flexport
10.10 FourKites, Inc.
10.11 FRETRON
10.12 Hidrovuas do Brasil
10.13 HighJump Software Inc.
10.14 JIBE
10.15 Kirby Corporation
10.16 Maersk Line
10.17 Oracle Transportation Management Cloud
10.18 SAP SE
10.19 Trans-i Technologies Inc.
10.20 Veson Nautical Corporation
10.21 Zero North