In 2023, Poland dominated the European road freight volume for the flat glass shaping and processing sector, followed by Spain and the Czech Republic. Poland experienced a significant growth of 9.0% from the previous year, indicating a strong upward trend. Conversely, Spain and France saw declines of 4.36% and 17.81%, respectively, highlighting potential market challenges. Slovakia, Croatia, Austria, Czech Republic, and Lithuania maintained stable volumes, while Portugal saw a notable decrease of 12.94%. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate has shown varied results across these countries.
For future trends, watch for shifts in market dynamics influenced by economic policies, technological advancements, and sustainability efforts. Countries leading in production efficiency and infrastructure improvement, like Poland, may continue to grow, while others may need innovative strategies to overcome declining trends. Additionally, increased demand for sustainable building materials and expanding construction activities could boost sector growth.
Top countries in Road Freight Volume of Flat Glass Shaping and Processing Sector Share by Country (Million Vehicle-Kilometers)
| # | 9 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 49.38 | 2023 | +5.26% | +9% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 19.75 | 2023 | 0% | -4.36% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 7.41 | 2023 | +200% | 0% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 7.41 | 2023 | 0% | -17.81% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 4.94 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 2.47 | 2023 | 0% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Lithuania | 2.47 | 2023 | -100% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 2.47 | 2023 | 0% | -12.94% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 2.47 | 2023 | 0% | View data |
