In 2023, Poland led the European non-border road freight transport market for transport equipment, with a volume of 8.73 million metric tons. The Czech Republic experienced a significant increase, with a 75.77% rise, reaching 8.19 million metric tons. The Netherlands followed at 3.13 million metric tons, marking a 5.88% increase. Ireland showed a decline of 6.76%, while Hungary and Cyprus saw growths of 15.57% and 6.1% respectively. Lithuania experienced a slight growth of 3%. Estonia, Latvia, and Austria remain at the lower end of this market.
Future trends to watch include potential market shifts due to advancements in green transport technologies and regulatory changes targeting carbon emissions. Poland's dominance may be challenged by emerging markets and infrastructure investments in neighboring countries. The dynamic growth in Central and Eastern Europe suggests potential future increased demand and capacity adjustments in the sector.
Top countries in National Annual Road Freight Transport of Transport Equipment Unloaded in Non-Border Regions by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 8,730 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 8,190 | 2023 | +35.22% | +75.77% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 3,130 | 2023 | +14.74% | +5.88% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 584 | 2022 | -26.26% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Ireland | 568 | 2023 | +6.97% | -6.76% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 408 | 2023 | -9.5% | +15.57% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Cyprus | 199 | 2023 | -6.13% | +6.1% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Latvia | 122 | 2022 | +18.45% | +46.63% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 51 | 2023 | -41.38% | +3% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Estonia | 37 | 2022 | -32.73% | View data |