The European road freight volume for hardware, plumbing, and heating equipment shows diverse trends across countries as of 2023. Poland leads significantly with stable growth, marking a 1.49% increase, while France and Greece witnessed notable declines of 15.97% and 14.18% respectively. Slovakia and the Czech Republic showcased impressive expansions, increasing by 7.78% and 9.24%, highlighting upticks within Central Europe. Other countries such as Austria, Denmark, and Croatia experienced stability or minor growth, whereas Spain, Lithuania, and Romania faced declines.
Future trends to watch include the potential balancing out of these variations as European markets adjust. Increased integration of sustainability practices in logistics and evolving regional supply chains may drive growth in some sectors. Monitoring the impact of geopolitical and economic shifts on transportation efficiency and infrastructure investment will be crucial for predicting volume changes in this sector.
Top countries in Road Freight Volume of Hardware, Plumbing, Heating Equipment, Supplies Wholesale Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Tonne Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 281 | 2023 | +13.31% | +1.49% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 111 | 2023 | +126.53% | -15.97% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Denmark | 42 | 2023 | +600% | +0.98% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 32 | 2023 | +23.08% | +7.78% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 31 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 27 | 2023 | 0% | -14.18% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 21 | 2023 | +31.25% | -8.64% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 14 | 2023 | +133.33% | +9.24% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 11 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 10 | 2023 | +233.33% | +7.39% | View data |
