In 2023, Italy and France held the largest share of European production value for road freight transport at 13.01% each. Poland (11.45%) and Germany (10.42%) followed closely. Noteworthy changes from 2022 include significant growth in Lithuania (5.73%) and Serbia (4.82%), while Ireland (-3.36%) and Italy (-1.07%) saw declines. Over the past five years, the sector has experienced varied growth, with an average yearly change depicted by the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR). Annual trends highlight notable increases in countries like Romania, Netherlands, and Bulgaria.
Future trends to watch include the impact of green logistics initiatives, technological advancements such as AI in route optimization, and post-Brexit regulatory changes, particularly for the United Kingdom. Additionally, Eastern European countries like Poland and Romania are expected to continue their growth trajectories, driven by increasing industrial activities and investments in infrastructure.
Top countries in Production Value of Road Freight Transport Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 13.01 | 2023 | +0.61% | -1.07% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 13.01 | 2023 | +0.79% | +0.68% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 11.45 | 2023 | +5.25% | +4.04% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 10.42 | 2023 | +1.92% | +2.1% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 7.56 | 2023 | +2.27% | +2.95% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 7.32 | 2023 | +11.04% | +4.19% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 6.77 | 2023 | -1.08% | -0.76% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 3.43 | 2023 | +4.85% | +4.15% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 3.24 | 2023 | +1.91% | +2.85% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 3.22 | 2023 | +0.98% | +1.36% | View data |
