In 2023, Poland led the European road freight market for meat products, significantly overshadowing other countries with its high volume of 54.81 million tonne kilometers, showing a slight increase of 0.97% from the previous year. In stark contrast, France and Greece experienced notable declines, with reductions of 17.72% and 19.90%, respectively. Luxurious growth was observed in Luxembourg (2.13%) and the Czech Republic (5.92%). Data from Lithuania and Portugal showed substantial negative adjustments, with the latter seeing a complete drop. The historical two-year trend illustrates fluctuating dynamics, while Poland remained top.
Looking ahead, monitoring Poland's continuing dominance and potential market expansion in Luxembourg and the Czech Republic could be essential. Meanwhile, countries like France and Greece may need to address logistical and supply chain challenges. Additionally, the complete market exit of Portugal signals restructuring within the sector. The regional integration of technology and sustainability initiatives is anticipated to play a critical role in reshaping the landscape of road freight in this sector across Europe.
Top countries in Road Freight Volume of Meat Products Wholesale Sector Share by Country (Million Tonne Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 54.81 | 2023 | +8.67% | +0.97% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 11.84 | 2023 | +48.39% | -17.72% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 11.32 | 2023 | +18.92% | -8.07% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 6.18 | 2023 | -4% | +0.85% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovenia | 5.15 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 6 | 6 Greece | 3.99 | 2023 | +158.33% | -19.9% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 2.7 | 2023 | +110% | 0% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Luxembourg | 1.29 | 2023 | +100% | +2.13% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 1.03 | 2023 | 0% | +5.92% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 0.64 | 2021 | View data |
