In 2023, Ukraine led European national road freight transport operated for own account, followed by France and Germany. The overall performance observed slight declines in most countries, indicating a minor regression in the sector. However, Austria, Czech Republic, and Ireland experienced positive growth, while Italy encountered a substantial decrease. Sweden and Macedonia also showed promising growth, highlighting their strong recovery potential in this sector. Switzerland and the Netherlands experienced slight contractions, yet remained steady compared to previous years.
Future trends to observe include potential fluctuations in economic environments, logistics technology advancements, and regulatory changes that could influence market dynamics. Ongoing geopolitical tensions may affect fuel prices and transportation policies, potentially impacting these freight volumes. Sustainability initiatives may also drive changes in operational practices, altering the landscape of national road freight transport in Europe.
Top countries in Volume of National Road Freight Transport Operated for Own Account by Vehicles Registered Domestically Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ukraine | 20.19 | 2023 | -0.31% | -0.9% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 14.52 | 2023 | -0.77% | -0.91% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 14.31 | 2023 | -0.69% | -0.65% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 10.49 | 2023 | -1.87% | -1.69% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 7.48 | 2023 | -1.05% | -1.1% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 3.94 | 2023 | -1.01% | -1.63% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 3.72 | 2023 | +1.19% | +1.24% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 3.05 | 2023 | +1.77% | +2.07% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 2.53 | 2023 | +0.37% | +0.035% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 2.3 | 2023 | -1.42% | -1.32% | View data |
