In 2023, France led European road freight transport wages with €12.32 billion, slightly increasing by 1.94%. Germany's wages, at €11.05 billion, were up by 3.13%, while Italy saw a 2.42% rise to €8.19 billion. The UK, despite Brexit challenges, reported €6.87 billion with minimal growth, while Poland's 8.07% increase reflects rapid economic development. Smaller economies like Lithuania benefit from significant double-digit growth, at 16.71% to €1.77 billion, indicating a robust potential to catch up with Western Europe. In contrast, Ireland experienced a decline, down by 5.14%, which hints at regional discrepancies.
Looking ahead, trends highlight Eastern Europe's accelerating wage growth, suggesting further economic integration within the EU. As digital logistics and green transportation solutions gain traction, countries investing in such technologies may witness more significant salary advances. Monitoring shifts in regulation and trade agreements, particularly post-Brexit, will be crucial to understanding future wage dynamics in the road freight transport sector across Europe.
Top countries in Wages and Salaries of Road Freight Transport by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 12,320 | 2023 | +1.82% | +1.94% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 11,050 | 2023 | +2.94% | +3.13% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 8,190 | 2023 | +2.38% | +2.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 7,300 | 2023 | +4.06% | +4.85% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 6,870 | 2023 | +0.15% | +0.033% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 4,980 | 2023 | +1.37% | +2.27% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 4,550 | 2023 | +7.59% | +8.07% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 2,360 | 2023 | +1.76% | +1.7% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 1,830 | 2023 | +1.08% | +1.8% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 1,770 | 2023 | +10.9% | +16.71% | View data |
