The projected national transport of empty road freight in the UK shows a consistent decline from 44.96 million journeys in 2024 to 37.1 million journeys by 2028. Compared to the actual figures in 2023, these projections indicate a year-over-year decrease as follows: -4.51% for 2025, -4.62% for 2026, -4.76% for 2027, and -4.87% for 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) suggests an average annual reduction of approximately -4.64% over this five-year period.
Future trends to monitor:
- Technological advancements in logistics improving efficiency might accelerate the decline in empty freight journeys.
- Potential regulatory changes focused on reducing carbon emissions could impact road freight operations.
- Market demand fluctuations, influenced by economic conditions, may alter current projections.
