In 2023, Italy and France led the European road freight volume of substances liable to cause infections with 17 million vehicle-kilometers each. The UK followed with 9 million, while Poland, the Czech Republic, Germany, and Slovenia trailed with 6, 2, 2, and 1 million, respectively. Compared to the previous year, Germany saw a significant increase of 14.87%, whereas the Czech Republic experienced a sharp decline of 12.94%. Italy and France both grew by 5.51%, while the UK slightly decreased by 2.09%, and Slovenia remained stable. Poland experienced moderate growth at 3.71%.
Future trends to watch include potential growth driven by increased regulations on handling infectious substances, changes in healthcare demands, and the development of more efficient logistics networks. These factors could influence road freight volumes significantly in the coming years.
Top countries in Total Road Freight Volume of Substance Liable to Cause Infections by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Million Vehicle-Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 17 | 2023 | +6.25% | +5.51% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 17 | 2023 | +13.33% | +5.51% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 9 | 2023 | -10% | -2.09% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 6 | 2023 | 0% | +3.71% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 2 | 2023 | 0% | -12.94% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 2 | 2023 | 0% | +14.87% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovenia | 1 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
