In 2023, Poland led European international road freight volume of dangerous goods at 25.17 million tonne-kilometers, marking a 7.1% rise. Spain, Belgium, and Germany were notable contributors despite varied trends, with Germany experiencing a notable 5.41% decline. Croatia witnessed a significant 15.4% increase, and Bulgaria grew remarkably by 48.65%. Conversely, Switzerland faced the steepest drop at 13.41%, followed by the UK and Sweden. Most countries displayed varying degrees of fluctuation, affected by economic and logistical dynamics.
Looking ahead, watch for technological advancements, supply chain efficiencies, regulatory changes, and geopolitical factors impacting the transportation of dangerous goods across Europe. Attention should focus on Poland's continued dominance and any shifts in other key markets.
Top countries in International Road Freight Volume of Dangerous Goods Share by Country (Million Tonne Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 25.17 | 2023 | +7.03% | +7.1% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 14.06 | 2023 | +1.47% | -1.98% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 9.54 | 2023 | +2.83% | +1.93% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 8.04 | 2023 | -5.01% | -5.41% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovenia | 5.8 | 2023 | +3.16% | +4.29% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 4.38 | 2023 | -2.18% | -3.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 3.54 | 2023 | +10.27% | +15.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 3.52 | 2023 | -1.94% | -3.94% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 3.2 | 2023 | -1% | -2.14% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 3.08 | 2023 | +3.06% | +0.79% | View data |
