In 2023, Italy led with 105,910 units, with a modest 3.68% increase from the previous year. The Netherlands followed, showcasing a robust 5.03% growth to reach 91,980 units. Germany showed notable expansion with a 6.37% rise reaching 45,190 units. Smaller markets like Croatia and Lithuania saw significant year-on-year growth at 14.33% and 24.29% respectively, though their volumes are much smaller. Conversely, Norway experienced a sharp 37.98% decline. Overall, the average annual growth rate over the past five years across Europe indicates a steady interest and potential pockets of dynamic expansion in the sector.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in semi-trailer designs, increasing shifts towards sustainable and eco-friendly logistics, and potential regulatory changes impacting cross-border transportation within the EU. The ongoing digitalization and automation efforts are likely to influence future demand patterns, making the sector's progression an interesting aspect to monitor.
Top countries in Number of Semi-Trailers with Permissible Gross Weight of 40,000 kg or More by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 105,910 | 2023 | +3.77% | +3.68% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 91,980 | 2023 | +4.94% | +5.03% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 45,190 | 2023 | +4.7% | +6.37% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 20,630 | 2023 | +3.47% | +3.04% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 15,890 | 2023 | +5.14% | +5% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 11,140 | 2021 | +14% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Finland | 4,470 | 2023 | +9.72% | +9.45% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 3,740 | 2023 | +1.91% | +2.29% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 2,880 | 2023 | -50.07% | -37.98% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 2,830 | 2023 | -0.071% | +0.22% | View data |
