The European national road freight volume for textiles, textile products, leather, and leather products in 2023 highlights Spain as the leading country, followed by the United Kingdom, Italy, Germany, and France. Spain experienced significant growth of 16.28% year-on-year, whereas the United Kingdom and Germany saw declines of -1.89% and -4.48%, respectively. Italy's modest growth of 3.42%, coupled with the Netherlands and other Eastern European countries like the Czech Republic, signifies shifting logistics patterns. Variability in growth rates underscores different market dynamics across Europe, with Switzerland, Finland, and Ireland exhibiting notable contractions.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential logistic shifts due to sustainability initiatives and European Union regulations.
- Growth in Central and Eastern Europe driven by emerging manufacturing bases.
- Impact of digitalization and technological advancements on road freight efficiency.
- Market adaptability to changing consumer trends and demand for sustainable textiles and leathers.
Top countries in National Road Freight Volume of Textiles, Textile Products, Leather and Leather Products Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 22.16 | 2023 | +24.15% | +16.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 16.65 | 2023 | -1.58% | -1.89% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 12.23 | 2023 | -1.84% | +3.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 9.32 | 2023 | -1.58% | -4.48% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 8.86 | 2023 | -5.63% | +1.25% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 5.97 | 2023 | +5.61% | +4.45% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 4.84 | 2023 | +9.69% | -3.22% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 3.22 | 2023 | +11.37% | -0.7% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 2.79 | 2023 | +2.87% | +7.58% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 2.57 | 2023 | +22.8% | +10.71% | View data |
