In 2023, South Korea led globally with 522,000 self-employed individuals in road and pipeline transport, followed by the United States with 451,000. Growth was notable in the US (3.82%) and France (1.67%). However, Spain and Italy saw declines at -1.38% and -2.0%, respectively. Smaller markets like Sweden and Slovenia experienced significant contractions of -3.58% and -5.59%. Over the past five years, a CAGR indicates moderate growth in nations like the United States, contrasting stasis or decline in European countries.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements and regulations impacting self-employment in transportation. Increased automation and electric vehicle adoption may alter self-employment dynamics, potentially leading to more significant shifts in market structures and the need for new skills.
Top countries in Number of Self-Employed Persons in Road Transport and Pipeline Transport by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 South Korea | 522 | 2023 | 0% | +0.27% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 451 | 2023 | +2.27% | +3.82% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 296 | 2023 | +1.72% | +2.71% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 139 | 2023 | -1.42% | -1.38% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 132 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 122 | 2023 | -2.4% | -2% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Canada | 84 | 2023 | +1.2% | +1.49% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 77 | 2023 | -1.28% | -1.25% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 63 | 2023 | +1.61% | +1.67% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 53 | 2023 | -1.85% | -1.44% | View data |
