In 2023, Spain led with a road freight volume of 381 million tonne kilometers of toxic substances, followed closely by Germany at 313 and Italy at 300. Italy exhibited a significant year-on-year growth of 12.98%, while France witnessed a decline of 15.44%. Notable increases were seen in the United Kingdom and the Netherlands, at 10.28% and 11.94%, respectively. Austria and Portugal saw the most significant reductions, both above 12%. The CAGR over the last five years suggests a moderate growth across most countries, indicating evolving trends in distribution.
Future trends to watch encompass regulatory changes impacting transportation, advancements in safety technology, and shifts in demand due to environmental considerations. Monitoring these aspects will be crucial in predicting the trajectory of road freight volumes related to toxic substances across Europe.
Top countries in Total Road Freight Volume of Toxic Substances by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Tonne Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 381 | 2023 | +2.45% | -3.86% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 313 | 2023 | -2.8% | -0.75% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 300 | 2023 | +4.17% | +12.98% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 149 | 2023 | +3.47% | +0.27% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 106 | 2023 | 0% | +10.28% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 103 | 2023 | +19.77% | +2.28% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 62 | 2023 | +12.73% | +1.34% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 58 | 2023 | 0% | +11.94% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 51 | 2023 | 0% | +2.09% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 48 | 2023 | -4% | -15.44% | View data |