In 2023, the European national road freight volume of man-made fibers, nuclear fuel, chemicals, rubber, plastic, and chemical products was led by Germany with 20.72 thousand metric tons, despite a decline of 4.77%. Poland showed robust growth with a 5.84% increase, reflecting Eastern Europe's expanding market share. Spain and the Netherlands also increased their volumes by 3.74% and 2.42% respectively, while notable declines were observed in the UK and France.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential recovery for major players like Germany, France, and the UK, amid policy changes affecting European supply chains.
- Continued growth in Eastern European countries, supported by industrial advancements and infrastructure improvements.
- The influence of environmental regulations and sustainability initiatives on transportation and logistics strategies.
Top countries in National Road Freight Volume of Man-Made Fibers, Nuclear Fuel, Chemicals, Rubber, Plastic and Chemical Products Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 20.72 | 2023 | -6.37% | -4.77% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 15.78 | 2023 | +1% | +3.74% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 11.13 | 2023 | +2.11% | +2.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 10.17 | 2023 | +3.52% | +5.84% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 8.86 | 2023 | -3.5% | -3.32% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 8.53 | 2023 | -2.61% | -3.11% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 8.04 | 2023 | +1.5% | +4.52% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 2.24 | 2023 | -1.49% | -3.65% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 2.17 | 2023 | +10.03% | +3.5% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 1.78 | 2023 | +2.18% | +0.069% | View data |