The road freight volume for products of wood, cork, straw, plaiting, pulp, paper, printed matter, and recorded media in Germany was recorded at 19.5 million metric tons in 2023. Forecasts indicate a decline from 18.05 million metric tons in 2024 to 14.66 million metric tons by 2028. This represents a year-on-year decrease of approximately 4.8% from 2024 to 2025 and a CAGR of about -4.1% over the five-year period.

Future trends to watch for include:

Increasing emphasis on sustainability and recycling potentially impacting transport volume.
Technological advancements in shipping and logistics optimizing load efficiency.
Potential economic fluctuations influencing demand for these materials.