The European Road Freight Volume of Hardware, Paints, and Glass Retail in Specialised Stores demonstrates dynamic shifts across countries in 2023. Poland led the market but faced a marginal decline. Spain saw a modest rise, while Austria experienced a notable 6.61% increase. Norway's growth peaked at 13.35%, contrasting starkly with Portugal, Czech Republic, and Sweden, all of which registered significant declines. Slovenia's transport volume surged by an impressive 28.47%. Conversely, Lithuania faced the steepest decrease. France and Romania reported slight growth, indicating stability compared to dramatic downturns in other countries.
Looking forward, anticipated trends include increased digitalization in logistics, heightened focus on sustainability, and a possible rebound in markets suffering downturns in 2023. Urbanization and shifts in consumer behavior towards DIY activities may further influence volumes, potentially benefitting countries with growing freight sectors, such as Slovenia and Norway.
Top countries in Road Freight Volume of Hardware, Paints and Glass Retail in Specialised Stores Sector Share by Country (Thousand Units (Journeys))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 19.78 | 2023 | +6.29% | -0.61% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 16.88 | 2023 | +3.37% | +1.5% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 10.42 | 2023 | +23.84% | -9.26% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 9.92 | 2023 | +2.89% | -5.72% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 8.13 | 2023 | 0% | +6.61% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Norway | 6.46 | 2023 | +34.88% | +13.35% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 5.35 | 2023 | +128.57% | +5.34% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 5.18 | 2023 | +13.41% | -2.58% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 4.12 | 2023 | +60.87% | +0.55% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 3.79 | 2023 | +13.33% | -8.32% | View data |
