In 2023, Spain led the European road freight volume for grains, unmanufactured tobacco, seeds, and animal feeds with 29.7 thousand journeys, demonstrating slight growth. Poland followed with 24.56 thousand journeys, showing moderate growth. France saw a decline with 12.51 thousand journeys. Notable increases were seen in Romania and Latvia, while significant decreases occurred in Portugal and France. Over the past five years, there have been fluctuations, with current figures showing Spain and Poland as dominant players.
Future trends to watch include potential increases in journeys from Romania and Latvia as emerging players, while France and Portugal might need strategic adjustments to address their declining volumes. Market dynamics, such as changes in agricultural production and trade policies, will also play critical roles in shaping the sector. Urbanization and increased automation could further influence road freight efficiencies and strategies in Europe.
Top countries in Road Freight Volume of Grain, Unmanufactured Tobacco, Seeds and Animal Feeds Wholesale Sector Share by Country (Thousand Units (Journeys))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 29.7 | 2023 | +24.97% | +1.06% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 24.56 | 2023 | +3.54% | +0.33% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 12.51 | 2023 | -8.46% | -13.85% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 10.19 | 2023 | -0.3% | -0.93% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 9.28 | 2023 | +474.14% | -1.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 4.6 | 2023 | +77.65% | +3.2% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 3.59 | 2023 | +84.38% | -2.22% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 1.73 | 2023 | +280% | -9.71% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 1.31 | 2023 | +95.45% | -2.97% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 0.82 | 2023 | +22.73% | -14.47% | View data |