In 2023, Germany led Europe with a significant share in road freight transport in rural regions, followed by France and Poland. While Germany and France saw minor declines, Poland and Romania experienced notable growth. Greece faced the steepest decline. Austria, Spain, Slovakia, Slovenia, and Bulgaria showed slight increases. Conversely, the Netherlands and Belgium continued their downward trend. Sweden and Latvia saw moderate growth, whereas countries like Hungary and Lithuania experienced declines.
Looking ahead, key trends in European road freight transport may include technological advancements, environmental regulations, and rural infrastructure development. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for understanding future transport dynamics in rural regions.
Top countries in National Annual Road Freight Transport of All Types of Goods Unloaded in Predominantly Rural Regions Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 21.93 | 2023 | -0.86% | -1.11% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 18.08 | 2023 | -2.05% | -0.3% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 17.04 | 2023 | +3.03% | +4.11% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 6.33 | 2023 | +2.24% | +0.78% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 4.81 | 2023 | -4.61% | -7.68% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 4.54 | 2023 | -2.46% | +6.72% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 3.91 | 2023 | -5.7% | -0.29% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 3.72 | 2023 | +6.09% | -0.8% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 2.67 | 2023 | +3.17% | -1.25% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 2.59 | 2023 | +0.18% | +0.75% | View data |
