In 2023, the international transport of empty road freight in Germany stood at 2.87 million units. The forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 indicates a gradual decline, with the value decreasing from 2.84 million units in 2024 to 2.71 million units in 2028. The year-on-year percentage variation shows a consistent slight decrease of approximately 1% annually. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the past five years reflects an average annual decline of about 1.1%.

Future trends to watch for:

Potential shifts in logistics networks and supply chain optimization that might impact the demand for empty freight journeys.
Improvements in freight efficiency and increased use of digital platforms to minimize empty runs.
Impact of environmental regulations and sustainability initiatives on transport operations.