In 2023, Germany led European national annual road freight with 85.22 million metric tons, though it experienced a slight decrease of 0.75%. The Netherlands showed significant growth with a 5.18% increase, reaching 39.12 million metric tons. Poland and Sweden were stable, while Austria rose by 1.49%. Slovakia and the Czech Republic faced declines of 5.43% and 6.87%, respectively. Denmark saw a modest drop, while Latvia's freight transport soared by 12.26%. Luxembourg improved slightly by 5.68%. Overall, variations generally reflected economic shifts and structural changes in logistics.
Looking forward, technological advancements in logistics, sustainability initiatives, and economic conditions remain key influences on road freight transport. Continued growth in the Netherlands and Latvia is expected, while Germany may stabilize as it addresses modernization challenges. Eastern European countries could leverage digitalization to improve efficiency and resilience. Monitoring regulatory changes and innovations in vehicle technology will offer insights into potential growth areas for non-island transport sectors.
Top countries in National Annual Road Freight Transport of Equipment and Material Utilized in Good Transport Unloaded in Non-Island Regions by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 85,220 | 2023 | +3.29% | -0.75% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 39,120 | 2023 | +3.46% | +5.18% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 24,700 | 2022 | +84.19% | View data | |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 23,560 | 2023 | +42.67% | -0.58% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 9,110 | 2023 | +7.54% | +1.49% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 7,140 | 2023 | +0.34% | -6.87% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 2,510 | 2023 | +21.58% | -5.43% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 1,260 | 2022 | -13.16% | -12.83% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 1,070 | 2023 | -3.79% | -1.21% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 599 | 2023 | -3.23% | +12.26% | View data |
