In 2023, Germany led road freight transport in border regions, reporting a significant volume decrease of 16.09% year-on-year, while the Czech Republic and Poland also faced declines at 6.82% and 9.17%, respectively. Conversely, Sweden and Denmark experienced positive growth with rates of 5.02% and 9.52%. Notable declines were observed in Greece (-38.77%) and the United Kingdom (-11.43%). Over the last five years, the overall trend shows varying growth across countries, with continuous fluctuations influenced by economic and logistical challenges.
Looking ahead, European road freight transport will likely be shaped by the integration of sustainable practices, technological advancements in logistics, and geopolitical factors affecting supply chain dynamics. Countries may focus on optimizing cross-border operations and enhancing efficiency to navigate economic uncertainties.
Top countries in National Annual Road Freight Transport of All Types of Goods Unloaded in Border Regions by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 388,880 | 2023 | -22.95% | -16.09% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 295,650 | 2023 | +2.41% | -6.82% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 279,380 | 2023 | -12.07% | -9.17% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 249,900 | 2023 | +14.05% | -2.17% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 223,470 | 2023 | -7.37% | -6.25% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 221,420 | 2023 | -2.9% | +5.02% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 217,660 | 2023 | +73.9% | -5.86% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 215,960 | 2023 | +1.49% | -6.92% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 183,090 | 2023 | -0.15% | -0.49% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 144,640 | 2023 | -0.031% | +7.73% | View data |
