In 2023, Poland led the global road freight transport volume for hire and reward with 18.88 million tonne kilometers, reflecting a significant 2.37% year-on-year increase. Canada and Japan followed with 14.98 and 11.73 million, showcasing a growth of 1.78% and 0.96% respectively. Notable growth was recorded in the Czech Republic with a striking 10.8% increase, while Greece exhibited a decline of 7.23%. Over the last five years, emerging markets like Bulgaria and Latvia presented average annual growth, while countries such as Hungary and Slovakia faced declines.
Future trends to watch include the impact of digital transformation and automation on logistics efficiency, potential regulatory changes affecting cross-border transport, and the environmental impact of road freight emissions influencing sustainable transport innovations.
Top countries in Volume of Road Freight Transport for Hire and Reward Share by Country (Million Tonne Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 18.88 | 2023 | +5.02% | +2.37% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Canada | 14.98 | 2023 | +0.95% | +1.78% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Japan | 11.73 | 2023 | +4.9% | +0.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Russian Federation | 8.15 | 2023 | |||
| 5 | 5 South Korea | 7.7 | 2023 | +1.54% | +1.05% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 7.57 | 2023 | +0.61% | +0.93% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 6.02 | 2023 | +3.1% | +0.62% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 3 | 2023 | +3.01% | +10.8% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 2.88 | 2023 | +3.49% | +3.64% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 2.77 | 2023 | +3.48% | +5.21% | View data |
