In 2023, the Netherlands led road freight transport of food, beverages, and tobacco in European border regions, followed by Germany and Spain. Despite being top performers, Germany and Italy saw significant declines of 11.67% and 14.08% respectively. Conversely, Norway and Sweden reported notable increases of 15.81% and 6.77%. Most countries like Poland, the Czech Republic, and Austria experienced modest declines, while Denmark and Romania saw positive movements.
Future trends to watch include the growth momentum in Scandinavian countries, the potential recovery of countries like Germany and Italy, and the impact of sustainability and regulatory changes on transport efficiency. The shifting economic landscape and trade policies will significantly influence these metrics moving forward.
Top countries in National Annual Road Freight Transport of Food Products, Beverages and Tobacco Unloaded in Border Regions Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 16.38 | 2023 | +25.7% | -1.78% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 14.65 | 2023 | -8.06% | -11.67% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 13.52 | 2023 | -5.29% | -2.93% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 9.43 | 2023 | -5.97% | -4.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 6.8 | 2023 | +6.22% | -5.59% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Norway | 5 | 2023 | +1.32% | +15.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 4.91 | 2023 | -5.11% | -14.08% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 4.74 | 2023 | -25.54% | +6.77% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 4.43 | 2023 | -5.08% | -9.19% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 4.17 | 2023 | -1.05% | -3.73% | View data |
