In 2023, the total road freight volume of corrosives in the UK was observed at 48.9 million vehicle-kilometers. The forecast data indicates a slight annual decline, settling at 48.5 million vehicle-kilometers by 2028. This marks a year-on-year decrease of about 0.20% from 2024 to 2025, continuing consistently through to 2028. The average compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years is expected to reflect minimal change, pointing to a stable yet slightly declining trend in the volume.

Future trends to watch for include:

Impact of regulatory changes on the transportation of corrosives which may further affect volumes.
Technological advancements in logistics efficiency potentially reversing the declining trends.
Shifts in industrial demand linked to broader economic conditions could influence volume fluctuations.