The total road freight volume of dangerous goods across Europe exhibited diverse trends by country as observed in 2023. Germany led the volume share despite a minimal decline, while Poland and Finland showed significant upward variations of 5.98% and 7.13% respectively. On the other hand, Ireland noted a steep decline of 13.63%, showcasing the most substantial proportional decrease. Spain, France, and the UK all faced reductions in their volumes, emphasizing a regional pattern of varied growth and contraction.
Future trends in European road freight volumes of dangerous goods may focus on the continued growth in Central and Eastern Europe, particularly in countries like Poland and the Czech Republic, driven by increased industrial activity and infrastructure development. Conversely, Western European countries might experience further stabilization or decline as sustainability policies and alternative transport methods become more prevalent.
Top countries in Total Road Freight Volume of Dangerous Goods Share by Country (Thousand Units (Basic Transport Operations))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 18.13 | 2023 | -0.28% | -0.081% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 14.94 | 2023 | -2.2% | -2.34% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 12.01 | 2023 | -0.79% | -3.23% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 9.47 | 2023 | -1.9% | -1.71% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 8.9 | 2023 | +1.54% | +5.98% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 8.28 | 2023 | -4.58% | -3.02% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 5.09 | 2023 | +5.06% | +5.76% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 3.16 | 2023 | +6.51% | +3.98% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Switzerland | 3.01 | 2023 | +6.59% | +3.97% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 1.85 | 2023 | -0.46% | -0.03% | View data |
