In 2023, Poland led European cross trade road freight transport with 27.61 million tonne kilometers, followed by Lithuania and Romania. Notable increases included Romania's 5.63% rise and Bulgaria's 5.34% growth, reflecting robust expansion. Conversely, the Netherlands and Germany experienced downturns, with declines of 6.27% and 5.13%, respectively. Denmark and Switzerland witnessed significant negative variations, suggesting weaker performance. Over a five-year horizon, Poland's strong CAGR reflects its dominance and sustained growth in the market, while countries like Finland and Austria have shown declining trends.
Looking ahead to 2024, observe Poland's continued leadership and potential shifts in Eastern European countries driven by infrastructure investments. Western European nations might explore green logistics and technological advancements to regain market momentum. Additionally, geopolitical developments could impact Ukraine and Belarus's freight transport capacities.
Top countries in Volume Of Cross Trade Road Freight Transport Share by Country (Million Tonne Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 27.61 | 2023 | +2.99% | +3.58% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Lithuania | 11.68 | 2023 | +4.1% | +3.48% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 10.66 | 2023 | +5.03% | +5.63% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ukraine | 8.36 | 2023 | +0.91% | +0.48% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belarus | 8.03 | 2023 | +1.08% | +0.64% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 5.02 | 2023 | +0.86% | +1.72% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 4.95 | 2023 | +1.91% | +5.34% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovenia | 4.13 | 2023 | +2.82% | +2.46% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 3.94 | 2023 | +0.093% | +1.34% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 2.42 | 2023 | +1.24% | +2.62% | View data |
