The European national road freight volume for man-made fibers, nuclear fuel, chemicals, rubber, plastic, and chemical products shows significant disparities in 2023. Germany leads with the highest volume but saw a contraction of 3.33%. Spain and Poland have moderate volumes with growth rates of 0.73% and 5.06%, respectively. The UK experienced a 3.59% decline, whereas Italy's volume rose by 3.79%. France also saw a decrease of 1.81%, indicating mixed performances across major European economies. Other countries like the Czech Republic and Denmark demonstrated notable growth at 6.31% and 5.92%, respectively. Many smaller markets faced either minor fluctuations or were mostly stagnant.
Future trends to watch include:
- Sustainability efforts potentially reshaping supply chain dynamics and transport efficiencies.
- Technological advancements in freight logistics could promote growth.
- Economic uncertainties, including geopolitical tensions, may affect freight volumes and distribution patterns.
- Focus on renewable energy and green materials may influence future freight compositions and volumes.
Top countries in National Road Freight Volume of Man-Made Fibers, Nuclear Fuel, Chemicals, Rubber, Plastic and Chemical Products by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Tonne Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 13,470 | 2023 | -2.87% | -3.33% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 12,290 | 2023 | +0.56% | +0.73% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 8,860 | 2023 | +3.49% | +5.06% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 6,390 | 2023 | -1.74% | -3.59% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 6,360 | 2023 | -0.079% | +3.79% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 6,140 | 2023 | -1.71% | -1.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 2,960 | 2023 | +1.06% | +1.12% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 1,660 | 2023 | +3.42% | +3.61% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 1,350 | 2023 | +1.66% | +0.66% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 1,260 | 2023 | +1.05% | -1.91% | View data |
