In 2023, Poland led the European market for flat glass freight, accounting for the majority share with 59.23 million tonne kilometers. Spain and Austria followed with significantly lower shares, 9.41 and 8.3 million tonne kilometers, respectively. Year-on-year trends from 2023 indicate a positive growth in Poland with a 3.75% increase, while Spain and Austria experienced declines of 5.03% and 6.51%. Croatia showed the strongest growth, with a 14.87% increase. France, on the other hand, saw a substantial decrease of 19.23%, indicating potential challenges in its transport infrastructure or market demand.
Future trends in the European road freight sector for flat glass depend on several factors:
- Technological advancements in manufacturing and logistics, which could optimize transport efficiency.
- Regulatory and environmental measures that could shift market dynamics, especially in France and other declining markets.
- Economic recovery post-pandemic, potentially boosting demand and subsequently transportation volume.
- Infrastructure investments across Europe that could address current logistics challenges.
Top countries in Road Freight Volume of Flat Glass Shaping and Processing Sector Share by Country (Million Tonne Kilometers)
| # | 9 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 59.23 | 2023 | +3.88% | +3.75% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 9.41 | 2023 | 0% | -5.03% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 8.3 | 2023 | 0% | -6.51% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 6.64 | 2023 | +300% | -1.59% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 6.09 | 2023 | +120% | -19.23% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 3.32 | 2023 | 0% | +14.87% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 2.21 | 2023 | +100% | 0% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 1.11 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 1.11 | 2023 | +100% | 0% | View data |
