In 2023, Germany led Europe in the outgoing international transport of empty containers and swap bodies with 163.63 thousand units, followed by Poland and Italy. Notable year-on-year increases occurred in the Netherlands, Denmark, and Croatia, with Denmark experiencing the highest growth at 36.61%. Bulgaria, though having smaller total values, showed a significant 95.16% increase, indicating infrastructure enhancements or operational shifts. Conversely, Norway saw a slight decline. The past five years show mixed results with a diverse CAGR depending on regional economic activities and infrastructure strengths.
Future trends to monitor include the influence of supply chain digitization, sustainability regulations, and the potential impact of geopolitical dynamics on transportation networks. Enhanced efficiency through technology and environmental compliance will shape this sector in Europe.
Top countries in Outgoing International Transport Empty Containers and Swap Bodies Transported by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 163,630 | 2023 | +0.47% | +5.84% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 120,350 | 2023 | +6.69% | +13.22% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 120,020 | 2023 | +24.51% | -0.61% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 86,990 | 2023 | +1.8% | +15.84% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 75,540 | 2023 | -15.98% | -1.72% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 56,880 | 2023 | -16.76% | +1.85% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 55,400 | 2023 | -15.87% | +8.47% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Switzerland | 37,750 | 2023 | +8.36% | +12.65% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 24,240 | 2023 | +12.05% | +2.48% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 20,470 | 2023 | +6.07% | +6.24% | View data |
