In 2023, the volume of cabotage road freight transport in the UK was 1.95 million metric tons, marking a stable figure compared to the subsequent forecasted years from 2024 to 2028. The data forecasts a consistent value of 1.94 million metric tons from 2025 to 2028, depicting a slight decline from 2024’s value of 1.95 million metric tons. Year-on-year variation for 2024-2025 is a decrease of 0.51%, with no change expected from 2025 through 2028. The CAGR over this five-year period is relatively flat, indicating minimal growth or decline in cabotage transport volume.
Future trends to watch for:
- Stability or changes in UK domestic and international trade policies post-Brexit, impacting transport demand.
- Technological advancements in logistics and their impact on efficiency and freight volumes.
- Developments in environmental regulations influencing transport methods and volume.
- Economic conditions altering consumer demand and consequently freight transport requirements.
