The European market for fork-lift trucks and other works trucks fitted with lifting or handling equipment shows notable variation across countries. In 2023, Germany led the market with a recorded size of 179.28 thousand units, followed by France at 131.2 thousand units. Poland, Romania, Finland, and Croatia trailed with 60.47, 17.52, 9.88, and 6.26 thousand units respectively. Year-on-year trends in 2023 indicate slight declines in Germany, France, Poland, Romania, and Finland, with respective decreases of 0.87%, 0.57%, 0.31%, 3.09%, and 0.049%. Croatia, however, experienced a notable increase of 4.17%.
Looking ahead, sustainable production practices and innovations in automation and smart handling systems are expected to shape the market. The focus on energy-efficient and environmentally friendly equipment may spur growth, while geopolitical and economic factors could influence demand dynamics across European countries.
Top countries in Fork-Lift Trucks and Other Works Trucks Fitted with Lifting or Handling Equipment Market Size Volume by Country
| # | 6 Countries | Units | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 179,280 | 2023 | -1.1% | -0.87% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 131,200 | 2023 | -0.85% | -0.57% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 60,470 | 2023 | +1.78% | -0.31% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 17,520 | 2023 | -3.94% | -3.09% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 9,880 | 2023 | -0.44% | -0.049% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 6,260 | 2023 | +3.56% | +4.17% | View data |
