In 2023, the modal shift potential of long-distance road freight in containers in Germany stood at 39.0 million metric tons. Forecasts indicate a gradual increase, reaching 42.6 million metric tons by 2028. The year-on-year growth rate is approximately 1.75%, signaling a steady upward trend in shifting freight onto containers. Over the next five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is 1.72%.

Future trends to watch include:

Infrastructure improvements enabling more efficient logistics.
Regulatory support aimed at reducing road transport emissions may accelerate modal shifts.
Technological advancements increasing efficiency in intermodal transport.
Fluctuations in fuel costs potentially influencing freight transport decisions.