In 2023, Germany led the European national road freight volume for transporting toxic substances with 14.0 million vehicle-kilometers, followed by Italy with 10.0 million and Spain with 9.0 million. Sweden experienced a significant increase of 10.76%, while Switzerland had the highest growth at 14.87%. However, the UK and France saw declines of 6.51% and 7.79%, respectively. Romania's volume dropped dramatically to zero. The five-year compound annual growth rate highlights variability among countries, underscoring shifts in industrial activities and regulatory changes impacting toxic substance transport.
Looking ahead, future trends to monitor include the impact of stricter EU regulations on hazardous materials, technological advancements in transport logistics, and sustainability initiatives potentially reducing volumes. Moreover, geopolitical developments and economic fluctuations could further influence country-specific transport dynamics.
Top countries in National Road Freight Volume of Toxic Substances by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Vehicle-Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 14 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 10 | 2023 | +11.11% | +4.56% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 9 | 2023 | +12.5% | -2.09% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 5 | 2023 | +25% | +10.76% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 5 | 2023 | 0% | -6.51% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 4 | 2023 | 0% | -7.79% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 3 | 2023 | 0% | +8.45% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Switzerland | 2 | 2023 | 0% | +14.87% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 1 | 2023 | -100% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 1 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
