In 2023, Spain led European road freight volume of flammable liquids with 461 million vehicle-kilometers, showing a 2.83% increase. Germany and France, despite holding significant shares, observed slight declines of 0.25% and 2.7%, respectively. Poland exhibited a notable growth of 5.15%, contrasting Italy's 1.15% decrease. The United Kingdom saw a decline of 5.65%, while Romania increased by 1.82%. Slovenia and Finland marked increases of over 9% and 4.56% respectively, reflecting resilience across certain Eastern European countries. Conversely, Southern European nations like Greece showed a 9.04% decrease, and Portugal declined by 6.89%.
Future trends to watch include the impact of heightened environmental regulations and fuel standards, which could alter transporters' approaches and potentially reduce road freight volumes. Developing alternative routes or methods, such as intermodal transport, might influence market dynamics in upcoming years. Further economic integration within Europe, trade agreements, and technological advancements in logistics could create additional transformations within the industry.
Top countries in Total Road Freight Volume of Flammable Liquids by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Vehicle-Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 461 | 2023 | +6.71% | +2.83% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 403 | 2023 | 0% | -0.25% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 354 | 2023 | +3.21% | -1.15% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 297 | 2023 | +0.34% | +5.15% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 279 | 2023 | -1.06% | -2.7% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 148 | 2023 | -6.33% | -5.65% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 58 | 2023 | +7.41% | +1.82% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 56 | 2023 | 0% | +0.73% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 55 | 2023 | 0% | -1.06% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 52 | 2023 | +4% | +9.52% | View data |
