European Turnover of Road Freight Transport and Removal Services by Country

The road freight transport and removal services sector in Europe demonstrated a varied performance across different countries in 2023. France led with a turnover of €51.11 billion, followed by Germany and Poland with €49.35 billion and €48.29 billion, respectively. Italy and Spain experienced slight declines, while most other countries showed minor growth or stability. Notably, Poland and Lithuania saw robust increases of 5.84% and 5.92%, respectively, highlighting an upward trend. Romania, Slovakia, and Bulgaria also saw significant year-on-year growth. Countries like Serbia and Iceland exhibited impressive double-digit percentage increases, indicating burgeoning markets.

Key points:

• France: €51.11 billion, 0.67% YoY growth
• Germany: €49.35 billion, 2.21% YoY growth
• Poland: €48.29 billion, 5.84% YoY growth
• Italy: €47.54 billion, -1.04% YoY decline
• Spain: €33.53 billion, -0.56% YoY decline
• Notable growth in Lithuania (5.92%), Romania (3.62%), Slovakia (3.81%), Bulgaria (3.77%)
• Emerging markets: Serbia (18.68%), Iceland (4.57%)

Future Trends to Watch: As economic recovery progresses, expect a steady growth trajectory in Eastern European countries like Poland, Romania, and Lithuania. Increased digitalization and sustainability initiatives could further influence market dynamics. Monitoring the impact of geopolitical changes and supply chain disruptions will be crucial in forecasts. Additionally, the expansion of e-commerce and urbanization may boost demand for road freight transport services significantly.