In 2023, Spain and Poland led in European road freight transport volumes, with significant 1.14% annual growth. Germany experienced a notable decline of 9.14%, while the Netherlands saw modest growth at 0.57%. The UK had a minimal increase, whereas France's volume decreased by 3.69%. Modest growth in Sweden and Lithuania contrasted with Finland's and Portugal’s declines of 1.94% and 7.16%, respectively. Over five years, Sweden, Lithuania, and Macedonia have shown consistent gains, despite overall volatile trends in other regions.
Future trends to watch include:
- Increased focus on sustainability and eco-friendly transport solutions.
- Influence of technology advancements and digitalization in logistics.
- Potential regulatory changes impacting freight transport policies.
- Shifts in economic conditions and trade patterns affecting demand.
Top countries in Volume of Road Freight Transport with a Maximum Permissible Weight Between 12001 and 40000 kg by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 1,497,400 | 2023 | +1.41% | +1.14% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 1,340,600 | 2023 | +0.81% | +1.14% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 830,030 | 2023 | -9.48% | -9.14% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 657,230 | 2023 | +0.73% | +0.57% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 565,710 | 2023 | -0.38% | +0.09% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 370,510 | 2023 | -3.49% | -3.69% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Switzerland | 287,420 | 2023 | -0.053% | -0.14% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 151,940 | 2023 | +3.2% | +2.66% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 91,450 | 2023 | +3.09% | +2.37% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 76,950 | 2023 | -1.98% | -1.94% | View data |
