In 2023, Poland dominated European road freight for flat glass processing, reaching 69.58 thousand journeys, marking a significant 39.03% increase from the previous year. Spain and Slovakia recorded declines of 1.43% and 5.59% respectively, with Slovakia’s significant 10.76% growth contrasting with the overall downturn. Smaller markets like Croatia saw notable increases (20.11%), while other countries such as France, Lithuania, and Portugal experienced declines of over 5% indicating potential volatility and shifts in market demands.
Future trends to watch include Poland's continued growth, likely influencing regional logistics dynamics, and potential expansions in Central Europe with Slovakia and Croatia exhibiting growth opportunities. Additionally, macroeconomic and regulatory changes across the EU could impact the sector's distribution and logistics strategies profoundly.
Top countries in Road Freight Volume of Flat Glass Shaping and Processing Sector Share by Country (Thousand Units (Journeys))
| # | 9 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 69.58 | 2023 | +27.68% | +39.03% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 10.31 | 2023 | +1.52% | -1.43% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 4.62 | 2023 | +50% | -3.04% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 1.85 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 1.69 | 2023 | -31.25% | -21.11% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 1.54 | 2023 | -28.57% | +10.76% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 1.39 | 2023 | +125% | -5.59% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 0.77 | 2023 | 0% | +20.11% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 0.31 | 2023 | 0% | -7.79% | View data |
