In 2023, Poland led the European rural road freight transport for basic and fabricated metals with steady figures. The Czech Republic and Slovenia saw declines, with the Czech Republic experiencing the steepest drop at nearly 14%. Slovakia observed a moderate increase. Ireland and Hungary reported declines, and the Netherlands saw a minor reduction. Previous five-year trends suggest varying fluctuations, with some countries experiencing consistent declines. Poland consistently maintained its position.
Future trends to watch include the impact of technological advancements, economic growth fluctuations, and policy changes on road freight transport demand. The potential growth in Eastern European countries could alter the landscape significantly.
Top countries in National Annual Road Freight Transport of Basic Metals and Fabricated Metal Products Unloaded in Predominantly Rural Regions by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 13,440 | 2023 | +5.28% | View data | |
| 2 | 2 Austria | 5,130 | 2022 | -2.71% | View data | |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 2,700 | 2023 | -0.11% | -13.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 2,170 | 2023 | -11.7% | +4.3% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovenia | 1,730 | 2023 | +1.06% | -3.05% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 950 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 7 | 7 Ireland | 583 | 2023 | -37.91% | -9.61% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 350 | 2023 | +1.48% | -5.37% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Estonia | 149 | 2022 | +24.17% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 132 | 2023 | +157.69% | -3.84% | View data |
