The analysis of European road freight transport volume with a maximum permissible weight between 12,001 and 40,000 kg shows varying trends across countries in 2023. Spain and Poland saw growth at 1.14%, while Germany experienced a significant decline of 9.14%. Modest growth was observed in the Netherlands and Sweden, at 0.57% and 2.66% respectively. The UK had a slight increase at 0.09%, whereas France and Finland saw decreases of 3.69% and 1.94% respectively. Even smaller markets like Lithuania, Latvia, and Macedonia showed positive growth, unlike Portugal and Norway which faced declines.
Future trends to watch include:
- Policy changes impacting cross-border logistics could affect volumes.
- Economic fluctuations may alter the demand for freight services across sectors.
- Technological advancements and adoption of sustainability practices could drive efficiency.
- Increased competition in the logistics sector may lead to strategic shifts in transport activities.
- Infrastructure improvements and expansions might modify distribution patterns, especially in Eastern Europe.
Top countries in Volume of Road Freight Transport with a Maximum Permissible Weight Between 12001 and 40000 kg Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 25 | 2023 | +1.41% | +1.14% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 22.38 | 2023 | +0.81% | +1.14% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 13.86 | 2023 | -9.48% | -9.14% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 10.97 | 2023 | +0.73% | +0.57% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 9.44 | 2023 | -0.38% | +0.09% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 6.19 | 2023 | -3.49% | -3.69% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Switzerland | 4.8 | 2023 | -0.053% | -0.14% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 2.54 | 2023 | +3.2% | +2.66% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 1.53 | 2023 | +3.09% | +2.37% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 1.28 | 2023 | -1.98% | -1.94% | View data |
