The European road freight volume for the chemical products wholesale sector in 2023 exhibited notable differences by country. Poland led significantly with a volume of 421.0 thousand journeys, reflecting a moderate year-on-year increase of 3.24%. Conversely, France and Spain saw considerable reductions in activity, with decreases of 19.95% and 2.95% respectively. Noteworthy growth was observed in Austria and Latvia, with increases of 6.96% and 8.45%. Other markets like Greece and the Czech Republic faced declines, while Slovakia and Romania maintained slight positive trends.
Future trends to watch include the continued growth in Eastern European countries such as Poland, potentially increasing market share. The industry's response to sustainable logistics and environmental regulations could affect road freight strategies. Furthermore, technological advancements in transportation could drive efficiency and influence volume dynamics across Europe.
Top countries in Road Freight Volume of Chemical Products Wholesale Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Journeys) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 421 | 2023 | +0.72% | +3.24% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 192 | 2023 | +0.52% | -2.95% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 77 | 2023 | -13.58% | -19.95% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 54 | 2023 | -15.62% | +0.76% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 45 | 2023 | 0% | -6.21% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 34 | 2023 | +100% | -11.61% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Lithuania | 30 | 2023 | +200% | -11.09% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 23 | 2023 | +43.75% | +0.89% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 16 | 2023 | +77.78% | -8.54% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 10 | 2023 | -9.09% | 0% | View data |
