In 2023, the global volume of road freight transport operated for hire or reward was dominated by Poland, with 325.59 billion tonne kilometers, followed by Germany and Spain. Poland and Romania showed significant year-on-year growth at 2.94% and 3.74%, respectively. Meanwhile, countries like France and Italy saw declines, at -1.08% and -2.58% respectively, over the previous year. A positive trend of 3.04% was noticeable for Lithuania. Over the last five years, substantial growth in Eastern Europe indicates a shift towards these markets in the logistical landscape.
Future trends to watch include:
- Continued growth potential in Eastern Europe, potentially driven by infrastructural developments.
- Impact of sustainability initiatives on transport patterns, especially in environmentally-conscious countries.
- Technological advancements in logistics possibly altering dynamics in the road freight sector.
- The geopolitical landscape's influence on Eastern Europe's growth trajectory in freight transport.
Top countries in Volume of Road Freight Transport Operated for Hire or Reward by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Tonne Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 325,590 | 2023 | +2.34% | +2.94% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 280,270 | 2023 | +0.28% | +0.23% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 239,880 | 2023 | +1.11% | +0.91% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 124,920 | 2023 | -0.75% | -1.08% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 122,470 | 2023 | +1.06% | +0.92% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 103,030 | 2023 | -1.69% | -2.58% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 56,880 | 2023 | -0.79% | -1.01% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 56,840 | 2023 | +3.7% | +3.74% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 49,010 | 2023 | +3.43% | +3.04% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ukraine | 43,430 | 2023 | +0.69% | +0.4% | View data |
