The forecast for the UK national transport of empty road freight from 2024 to 2028 shows a steady decline in volume, beginning at 27.97 million units in 2024 and decreasing annually to 25.61 million units by 2028. In 2023, this volume stood at 28.60 million units, indicating a persistent downtrend. From 2024, the year-on-year declines are around 2.2% to 2.3%, averaging an annual decrease of approximately 2.2% over the five years (CAGR).
Future trends to watch include the impact of logistics optimization and economic fluctuations on transport needs, alongside technological advancements such as autonomous vehicles and enhanced freight logistics, which could further influence the transport of empty loads.
