In 2023, Germany was the dominant player in road freight transport within Europe, although it experienced a slight decline of 0.99%. Growth was notable in Romania and Norway, with year-on-year increases of 10.4% and 9.13%, respectively. Spain, Italy, and Poland showed modest increases, reflecting a resilient road freight sector. Conversely, Bulgaria and Slovakia faced declines of 3.71% and 3.6%, and Estonia observed a significant drop of 22.07%.
Future trends to watch include the impact of sustainability initiatives, technological advancements in logistics, and potential shifts in supply chain routes due to geopolitical changes. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for anticipating shifts in European road freight dynamics.
Top countries in National Annual Road Freight Transport of All Types of Goods Loaded in Intermediate Regions Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 24.8 | 2023 | -0.61% | -0.99% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 12.05 | 2023 | +0.31% | +1.62% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 10.18 | 2023 | -1.17% | +1.95% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 9.64 | 2023 | +5.67% | +1.79% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 7.82 | 2023 | +0.18% | -0.03% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 5.44 | 2023 | +2.35% | +0.93% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 4.08 | 2023 | +4.33% | -1.01% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 3.62 | 2023 | +6.52% | +9.13% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 3.5 | 2023 | +0.35% | +0.16% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 2.45 | 2023 | -2.95% | -0.32% | View data |
