In 2023, Poland led the European Road Freight Volume with 47.54 million vehicle-kilometers, followed by the Czech Republic and Spain. Noteworthy trends included significant year-on-year growth for Poland and the Czech Republic at 14.87% and 10.76%, respectively. Conversely, Spain and Norway witnessed declines of 7.79% and 11.94%. Romania and Sweden both faced a substantial drop of 19.73%. France showed moderate growth of 8.45%. Smaller markets like Slovenia faced steep declines, with Slovenia reaching a complete halt at -100%. Over the last five years, Poland maintained strong growth, impacting overall sector dynamics positively.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements and their integration into freight operations, potentially altering the service landscape. Environmental regulations could further influence market shares, with countries aiming for eco-friendly transport systems. Additionally, post-pandemic economic recovery will play a crucial role in shaping road freight volumes, possibly increasing demand due to revived commercial activity.
Top countries in Road Freight Volume of Services Incidental to Land Transportation Sector Share by Country (Million Vehicle-Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 47.54 | 2023 | +17.86% | +14.87% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 10.8 | 2023 | +15.38% | +10.76% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 7.2 | 2023 | 0% | -7.79% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 7.2 | 2023 | -9.09% | +7.39% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Norway | 6.48 | 2023 | +50% | -11.94% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 4.32 | 2023 | 0% | -19.73% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 4.32 | 2023 | 0% | +8.45% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 2.16 | 2023 | 0% | -19.73% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 1.44 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 1.44 | 2023 | 0% | +14.87% | View data |
