In 2023, the road freight volume for products of wood, cork, straw, plaiting, pulp and paper, printed matter, and recorded media in the UK was recorded at 4.84 billion tonne kilometers. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 suggests a steady decline, with volumes decreasing from 4.66 billion tonne kilometers in 2024 to 3.97 billion tonne kilometers in 2028. The year-on-year variations indicate an average decrease, while the five-year CAGR demonstrates a consistent downtrend from the 2023 level.

Future trends to watch for include:

Increased digitization potentially reducing the demand for traditional media transportation.
Sustainability initiatives potentially impacting the logistics of materials such as wood and paper.
Economic factors and trade policies influencing production and distribution networks.