In 2023, the long-distance road freight in containers in Germany reached an estimated value of 16.65 billion tonne kilometers. The forecast for 2024 is 16.74 billion tonne kilometers, marking a slight increase. Subsequent forecasts show a steady growth: 16.83 billion in 2025, 16.92 billion in 2026, 17.0 billion in 2027, and 17.09 billion in 2028.

Key points:

The average year-on-year growth from 2024 to 2028 is approximately 0.52%.
This steady growth reflects a gentle upward trend in modal shift potential for road freight in Germany.

Future trends to watch for include:

Technological advancements in logistics and supply chains that could boost efficiency.
Environmental regulations pushing for shifts from road to rail or other modes.
Economic factors impacting freight demand and modal choices.