In 2023, the European road freight volume in the ornamental, building stone, limestone, gypsum, chalk, and slate quarrying sector was dominated by Spain, although it experienced a slight decline of 3.58%. Poland saw significant growth with a 43.1% increase, followed by Norway with a 35.78% rise. Greece, Romania, and Austria experienced moderate growth. However, Portugal and France faced notable declines, while Luxembourg showed a substantial increase. This snapshot indicates varying trends with some countries expanding their road freight volume significantly while others contract.
Future trends to watch include potential growth in Eastern Europe, driven by infrastructural development and increasing demands for construction materials. Sustainability initiatives may also influence the sector, potentially impacting transport strategies and fostering innovations in the logistics of quarried goods. Monitoring geopolitical dynamics, economic conditions, and environmental policies will be crucial in forecasting future shifts in these freight volumes. European integration and standardization may also impact cross-border transport and overall efficiency in this sector.
Top countries in Road Freight Volume of Ornamental, Building Stone, Limestone, Gypsum, Chalk and Slate Quarrying Sector Share by Country (Million Tonne Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 32.42 | 2023 | +15.82% | -3.58% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 21.82 | 2023 | +12.2% | +43.1% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 14.71 | 2023 | +55% | +3.32% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 10.59 | 2023 | +59.52% | +9.28% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Norway | 9.49 | 2023 | +5.26% | +35.78% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 7.59 | 2023 | +4.35% | +0.85% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 3.32 | 2023 | +5% | -0.93% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 3 | 2023 | +58.33% | -11.5% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Luxembourg | 0.95 | 2023 | 0% | +24.57% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 0.95 | 2021 | View data |
