In 2023, Germany led the road freight transport sector in non-island European regions, followed by Spain and the UK. While Germany and the UK saw minor declines, Spain and Poland experienced growth. Italy also showed a positive trend with a growth rate of over 2%. Notably, Romania showed significant growth, and Montenegro experienced the most substantial increase at 10.49%. Conversely, Greece and Estonia experienced notable declines, with Greece dropping over 6% and Estonia over 4%. The five-year CAGR indicates stable growth trends in most countries, with noticeable improvements in Eastern European regions like Romania and Montenegro.
In future trends, monitoring the ongoing impact of environmental policies on road freight efficiency is crucial. Growth projections favor Eastern Europe due to infrastructure investments, while Western Europe prioritizes sustainability and technology to optimize logistics. Additionally, political changes, trade agreements, and technological advancements could influence shifts in national freight transport shares.
Top countries in National Annual Road Freight Transport of All Types of Goods Unloaded in Non-Island Regions Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 24.4 | 2023 | -1.25% | -1.45% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 12.01 | 2023 | +0.47% | +1.68% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 11.57 | 2023 | -0.05% | -0.24% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 10.61 | 2023 | +0.88% | +1.58% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 8 | 2023 | -1.03% | +2.34% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 4.86 | 2023 | +1.27% | +1.23% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 4.04 | 2023 | +2.88% | +0.42% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 3.63 | 2023 | +2.79% | -0.59% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 3.12 | 2023 | +2.81% | +0.3% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 2.25 | 2023 | -0.34% | +8.08% | View data |
