In 2024, France led with 20.22 million metric tons of coke and refined petroleum products transported to rural regions, followed by Poland at 17.05 million. Norway ranked third with 8.12 million, despite a 2.47% decline in 2023. Ireland showed growth at 6.0 million, reflecting a 1.75% increase. The Czech Republic experienced significant growth with a 14.35% rise, reaching 2.65 million. Conversely, Austria and Sweden faced declines with -2.91% and -12.11%, respectively. Estonia saw a notable increase of 12.85%. Minor markets like the Netherlands, with 0.015 million, registered a slight decline.
Future trends to watch include the impact of environmental policies on fuel transport, technological advancements in logistics, and economic changes affecting demand in rural areas. These factors could significantly reshape the distribution landscape in Europe.
Top countries in National Annual Road Freight Transport of Coke and Refined Petroleum Products Unloaded in Predominantly Rural Regions by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 20,220 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 2 | 2 Poland | 17,050 | 2023 | +1.33% | +1.19% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 8,120 | 2023 | +7.96% | -2.47% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ireland | 6,000 | 2023 | +12.61% | +1.75% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 3,470 | 2023 | -3.16% | -2.91% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 2,650 | 2023 | +4.26% | +14.35% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 1,330 | 2023 | -16.35% | +6.07% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 1,280 | 2023 | +2.07% | -12.11% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 1,130 | 2023 | -10.62% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 1,030 | 2022 | -10.56% | View data |
