As of 2023, the volume of national road freight transport in Italy stood at 100 billion tonne kilometers. The forecasted trend from 2024 to 2028 shows a consistent decline in volume, starting at 98.51 billion tonne kilometers in 2024 and decreasing annually to reach 92.22 billion tonne kilometers by 2028. The year-on-year variation reflects a decrement in the range of approximately 1.5% annually. Over the five-year forecast period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) illustrates a modest annual decline in national road freight transport volume.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts towards rail or maritime transport modes due to sustainability and efficiency pressures, as well as the impact of technological advancements and regulatory changes aimed at reducing emissions. Economic factors and changes in domestic and international trade agreements could also influence road freight volumes significantly.
