In 2023, Poland led European national road freight transport of wood-related products, with Sweden and the Netherlands following. Notable growth was observed in Estonia with an 11.33% increase, while Austria saw an 11.1% decrease. Latvia, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands also experienced significant positive variations, whereas the Czech Republic, Ireland, and Slovakia faced declines exceeding 6%. The persistent demand in Poland and dynamic activities in smaller markets like Latvia indicate evolving opportunities.
Future trends to watch include continued growth in Baltic countries and potential recovery in regions with negative trends. Environmental regulations and evolving market demands will influence these dynamics. Monitoring international market influences and sustainability trends are pivotal for future growth perspectives.
Top countries in National Annual Road Freight Transport of Products of Wood, Cork, Straw, Plaiting, Pulp and Paper, Printed Matter and Recorded Media Loaded in Non-Mountain Regions by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 50,930 | 2023 | +9.52% | +0.47% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 34,520 | 2023 | +0.76% | +2.45% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 19,150 | 2023 | +8.66% | +2.8% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Latvia | 9,270 | 2023 | +5.08% | +4.77% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Hungary | 7,450 | 2023 | +11.69% | +1.61% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 6,320 | 2022 | +7.95% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 5,980 | 2023 | +0.74% | -6.04% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 4,570 | 2023 | -1.93% | -3.4% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 4,170 | 2023 | -2.32% | -11.1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Estonia | 3,320 | 2023 | -9.18% | +11.33% | View data |
