In 2023, the total road freight volume of substances liable to spontaneous combustion in Germany stood at 25.0 million vehicle-kilometers. The forecast for 2024 through 2027 remains steady at 25.0 million vehicle-kilometers, indicating a stable demand. A slight increase to 26.0 million vehicle-kilometers is anticipated in 2028, reflecting a moderate year-on-year growth of 4% from 2027 to 2028. Over the forecast period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is projected to be 0.8%, highlighting minimal growth activity in this sector.

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