In 2023, the national road freight volume of mail and parcels in Switzerland stood at 2.56 million metric tons. Forecasts from 2024 to 2028 show a gradual decline in this volume. Year-on-year variation indicates a steady decrease: -1.2% from 2024 to 2025, -1.2% from 2025 to 2026, -1.2% from 2026 to 2027, and -1.2% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast period is approximately -1.2% per year.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Technological advancements in logistics and delivery methods, potentially affecting operational efficiencies.
- Changes in consumer behavior towards e-commerce, which may influence parcel volumes.
- Environmental policies and regulations that could impact road freight logistics.
- Economic factors, such as inflation and GDP growth, impacting freight demand.