The European national road freight volume for equipment and material shows significant disparities among countries. Germany remains the largest player with 22.82 million tonne kilometers by 2023, although experiencing a 2.52% decline. Spain and Poland showed positive growth, with variations of 2.59% and 6.21%, respectively. Italy also had an increase of 6.71%, while the UK saw a decrease of 4.66%. Smaller countries like Greece and Bulgaria witnessed significant growth of 13.33% and 9.71%. France saw the most substantial decline of 8.49%, reflecting a weaker performance in western Europe.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in logistics, an increase in environmentally friendly transport solutions, and the impact of regulations on cross-border and domestic freight. Automation and further digitalization may reshape the dynamics, reducing costs and improving efficiency. Environmental considerations such as emissions, renewable energy utilization, and sustainable practices are likely to influence policy-making and operations in the European road freight sector.
Top countries in National Road Freight Volume of Equipment and Material Utilized in Good Transport Share by Country (Million Tonne Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 22.82 | 2023 | -1.62% | -2.52% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 16.98 | 2023 | +2.43% | +2.59% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 10.68 | 2023 | +3.75% | +6.21% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 10.66 | 2023 | +14.04% | +6.71% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 8.67 | 2023 | -2.07% | -4.66% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 7.83 | 2023 | +3.5% | +3.2% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 4.71 | 2023 | +3.42% | +3.79% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 3.83 | 2023 | -5.1% | -8.49% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 2.53 | 2023 | +19.33% | +2.54% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 2.48 | 2023 | +2.98% | +1.98% | View data |
