The current average age of merchant fleet general cargo ships by country of beneficial ownership in the United States is 46 years, which has increased by 0 years (0.4%) since 2023.
Average age of merchant fleet general cargo ships by country of beneficial ownership by the United States
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Source:
Data availability:
Regions:
287
Date range: 2011 to 2024
Points:
7,602
Measure:
Years
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General cargo ships, average age
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United States General cargo ships, average age between 2011 and 2024
| Period | General cargo ships, average age | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 46 years | +0 years |
| 2023 | 45 years | -0 years |
| 2022 | 45 years | +1 years |
| 2021 | 45 years | +1 years |
| 2020 | 44 years | +1 years |
| 2019 | 43 years | -1 years |
| 2018 | 44 years | -0 years |
| 2017 | 44 years | +2 years |
| 2016 | 42 years | -0 years |
| 2015 | 42 years | +1 years |
| 2014 | 41 years | +4 years |
| 2013 | 37 years | +0 years |
| 2012 | 37 years | -0 years |
| 2011 | 37 years |